More than 3,500 babies in the U.S. die suddenly and unexpectedly every year while sleeping, often due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental deaths from suffocation or strangulation. In an effort to reduce the risk of all sleep-related infant deaths, the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) updated policy statement and technical report includes…
Read moreIf you are celebrating your little one’s first, second, or third Halloween this year, it is important to know how to make the night safe and fun for even the tiniest monsters! Following are 8 Tips for a Smooth and Safe Halloween with Little Ones: 1. Allow for plenty of time to fright-prep. As a parent, you know…
Read moreHand washing and keeping things clean are your best defenses from getting ill with a stomach bug. Not surprisingly, this is particularly true after touching or supporting your child and when preparing food and eating. Some viruses will survive on surfaces for days. And some viruses like Norovirus can even survive hand sanitizer. You have…
Read moreAs parents, we’ve all heard our kids complain about boredom, and thought, now what?! Below are a few ideas that might help beat the boredom blues! Create a City Blue painters tape, Legos, match box cars etc. Take the blue painters tape and make a road map on the carpet. Next, have them build homes,…
Read moreA new school year in upon us and that means early mornings, homework and early bedtime routines. A good night sleep can make all the difference in the world and help your child be the best student and person they can be. Below you will find some helpful guidelines to keep your troops well rested…
Read moreMany families in our office have been grateful for the help of Theo, our referral coordinator. Theo has worked at Kids First Pediatric Partners since 2007. Theo helps families navigate with coordination of care for specialists or tests that are needed. We know how cumbersome insurance can be, and Theo helps to ensure that patients…
Read moreWith a new school year underway, it’s a good time to address the problem of bullying. Bullying is a serious problem that can make a victim miserable, especially with cyber bullying–where bullies have instant and constant access to victims. At its worst, bullying can leave the victim with serious long term effects and can even…
Read moreWe’re excited to announce a fun crossword and word search for Kids First patients. We’ll be printing them for kids who visit our office, and you can download yours here. Once your kids complete it, post a photo to our Facebook page! Download the crossword here. Download the word search here. Save Save
Read moreSummer is in full swing, and that means road trips! Whether you’re going across town or across country, here are some helpful tips to keep you and your little ones (and bigger ones) safely strapped into car seats. Buckle Up! Everyone in the car- children and adults alike- need to be buckled at all times….
Read moreMany of you have likely seen recent media reports regarding the nasal spray flu vaccine for this coming season. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (a committee at the Center for Disease Control) voted that live attenuated influenza vaccine – commonly referred to as the Flumist -should not be used during the 2016-2017 flu season….
Read moreWarm weather is finally upon us, and along with sunny days come pesky bugs! Mosquitoes and ticks are just part of the summer experience, but some can harbor illnesses that can be passed on to humans and have the potential to make us sick. And this year, with Zika so often in the news, everyone…
Read moreFor months now news and social media outlets have featured stories on the spread of the Zika virus and the dangers it presents. With the upcoming Olympic Games in South America – not to mention summer travel season approaching – that leaves parents with a lot of questions. I wrote about Zika a few months…
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