Category: Pediatrics

Two happy girls share watermelon.

Healthy Snacks, Healthy Teeth

Encouraging kids to eat during their mealtimes can be a challenge. Instead, children may eat more snacks throughout the day; however, eating too many can cause cavities. Being selective about snacks can reduce cavity formation.

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A little boy playing baseball.

There’s No Crying in Baseball!

Learning to talk about our feelings can help us cope and understand situations. Anger, a secondary emotion, can result in aggression though it might be sadness or frustration. Teaching your child to voice their feelings can reveal underlying emotions. Encouraging this type of expression can help calm your child and allow them to process their feelings.

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A little girl sleeping.

Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

Melatonin is a naturally produced hormone in the human body. It helps us sleep; however, falling asleep can still be challenging at times. This post addresses whether giving Melatonin to children is safe.

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A baby sleeping.

Creating Healthy Sleep Habits For Your Kids

Getting adequate sleep is necessary for a child’s development. Creating good sleeping habits starting in infancy can positively impact a child’s health. This article provides information on good and bad sleeping habits and when to seek help.

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