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Your teeth last you a lifetime!

Don’t forget to take care of them and teach your children the same. I tried to instill good dental hygiene in my children and attempt to do it daily in the office. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/296692.php

Talking to your baby!

Language development in babies starts right from birth. Here’s the latest research on how to maximize your child’s language. http://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/features/talk-your-baby?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How early is too early for sports?

In case you missed it this morning, here is my WINK XCW segment discussing just this topic. http://www.winknews.com/2015/07/09/healthy-kids-extracurricular-sports/

Children with Autism are hypersensitive to touch and sound …

And this new research shows that they are also hypersensitive to smell. http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/news/20150702/children-with-autism-respond-differently-to-smells-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A phrase I say at least daily …

If your child has chronic diseases or illnesses, please read this and be your own best advocate. http://themighty.com/2015/04/the-3-words-i-want-every-single-hospital-employee-to-hear/

All Children in a family are equal!

I have so many wonderful families in my practice. They all involve the same dynamic: a parent /parents and a child / children. Please take a look at this article: http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/a32823/things-to-never-say-to-adoptive-families/

I hope that all of you have a wonderful 4th of July!

I think it’s important to remind our children of the meaning behind the holiday! http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/db56fe3d-09b4-4494-a3bf-fcc78e06e4d9/independence-day-all-about-the-holidays/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mktg2015

In case you missed it this morning on Wink TV …

I discussed Water versus Energy Drinks. http://www.winknews.com/2015/07/02/healthy-kids-staying-hydrated/ We didn’t get to everything, so here is the ‘nitty-gritty:’ Hydration: Water vs. Sports Drinks: Exercise < 60 minutes + Low Intensity = water Exercise < 60 minutes + High Intensity = diluted sports drink Exercise > 60 minutes + Low Intensity = water should be OK Exercise > 60 minutes + ...

First Energy For Life Walk!

The time is coming sooner than you think for our first annual Energy For Life Walk. I’d love for everyone to participate in whatever capacity you are able to do. Donate, walk, form a team, get your office to donate or sponsor! https://www.kintera.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?ievent=1137190&lis=1&kntae1137190=6F01F0E7EF934A89BD56E6209F958100&supId=422845595&team=6371282

It’s summertime and more children are in the water!

Drowning is a real danger! We have all heard about typical drowning, but 15% of the time, ‘Dry Drowning’ is the problem. Here is great information out of a devastating situation. http://pool.littlethings.com/dry-drowning-pool-water/?utm_source=TS&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=shocking

New hope for teens with headaches!

I do not usually recommend surgery unless there is a medical reason, but I have several teens in my practice right now with intractable headaches. This is interesting: http://teens.webmd.com/news/20150625/surgery-may-help-teens-with-frequent-migraines-study-contends?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Heat Injuries

I did my usual television spot on WINK TV’s morning show talking about heat injuries. Florida, in the summertime, is a setup for heat injuries. http://www.winknews.com/2015/06/25/healthy-kids-heat-injuries/

Chores Are Part of Being a Family and Growing Up.

Often parents don’t give children enough credit. Here’s a realistic list of chores that every child can adhere to:

As a pediatrician, I talk about safety a lot.

Please make sure your yard is safe for your furry friends as well. http://pets.webmd.com/features/yard-cats-dogs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Too much sitting?

Depending on who you ask, too much sitting can make you sluggish or anxious. This article shows the most recent research’s findings. http://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/news/20150619/can-too-much-sitting-make-you-anxious?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Father’s Day Contest winner

Some great websites for parents!

This summer, the recommendation is 2 hours per day of physical exercise for your child and one hour of mental exercise per day. To help keep your child’s mind active, take a look at these websites:

Father’s Day Contest!

First posted on June 12, but will repost for those who missed it! For all the grown-ups out there who have taken on the role of ‘Father,’ I’d like to wish you a Happy Father’s Day! As many of you know, I am in the process of renovating my office and have about 3/4th of the ...

Father’s Day Contest Continues …

WINK TV’s spot this week on trans fats

In case you missed it this morning: http://www.winknews.com/2015/06/18/healthy-kids-fdas-final-trans-fat-ruling/