Visiting the doctor can be a stressful event for both caregiver and child, especially as the child enters an age that requires multiple shots and vaccines. While the anxiety and fear seem uncontrollable, there are actually many things parents can do to help prepare...
It’s imperative to select a pediatrician before bringing baby home from the hospital. It’s not an easy decision, especially since a child is such a precious gift. Most parents want to ensure that their little ones have the best care possible. Think of it...
I have a sweet tooth and I love chocolate. I’ve just shared my favorite chocolate dessert here. But then I wonder, as a doctor and passionate cook, is chocolate bad or good for me? I found an article that claims 7 health benefits of chocolate: Dark chocolate is loaded...
While all hospitals focus on the well-being of patients, treating traumatic injury, and acute and chronic disease, children’s hospitals differ from regular hospitals in several ways. Children have different physiology and needs than adults and require tailored...
I’ve written about what to ask before surgery and how to get your child ready for surgery. But what will the day of surgery actually be like? Knowledge is a great way to combat fear and anxiety. Let me walk you through the steps your child will go through (for...
No one knows exactly why a cleft lip or cleft palate occurs in infants, but science indicates that it could be a combination of DNA and other factors like the mother’s environment. The birth defects affect babies around the world, and in the United States alone,...
