Tag: pediatric health
Protecting Your Baby’s Vision
The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends scheduling your babies’ first eye exam at six months of age.
Healthy eyes and good vision play a critical...
A Pediatrician’s Tips for Helping Your Child Maintain a Healthy Weight
Childhood obesity in America is unfortunately a problem on the rise. According to the CDC, about 1 in 6 children in the United States has...
Annual Physicals vs. Sports Physicals: What’s the Difference?
Regular physicals are different from sports physicals, but both are equally important. Whereas the sports physical focuses on well-being related to the athletic issues,...
Passing on my Genetic Syndrome to my Child
At my 20-week anatomy scan, we learned that my first born had clubbed feet. I knew something wasn’t right when the ultrasound tech got really...
Getting New Glasses: My Excellent Experience at Eyemart Express
My 3 and a half year old son wears glasses. We discovered this past winter that he will need to wear them “all waking...
What It’s Like When Your Child Needs a Tonsillectomy
My daughter, Olive, has always snored. A lot. She’s only six years old, but her snores rival those of a TV grandpa. But it...
Fevers: How High is Too High?
Fevers can be alarming, but when should you really be concerned?
Should I make a doctor's appointment? Should I wait? What about my infant that...
Why I Wish She Didn’t Need Glasses
I started wearing glasses when I was eight years old. I was nearsighted, and as the years went on, my vision got worse and...
Fighting the Itch: Our Battle with Eczema
My son was born with sensitive skin and has been dealing with skin issues since day 1. First it was cradle c(r)ap, then baby...
Top Tips for Healthy Smiles
When does my toddler really need to go to the dentist? When can they brush on their own? Do sweet snacks really hurt?
If your...
Our First Ambulance Ride
It’s an interesting feeling hearing sirens in the distance and knowing they’re coming for your baby. It’s ominous because of the sense of crisis,...
Finding the Right Doctor Matters
Just a few hours after our sweet baby boy was born, a doctor walked in and told us (in not so choice words) that...
The 2018 Guide to Pediatric Health in Kansas City
The providers you trust with your child's health - whether it's the pediatrician or dentist you visit regularly, or the services you need during...
My Kiddo Got Glasses. Now What?
My three-year-old son just got glasses. I pitched this blog to our editor thinking "oh I can write a great, informative blog about what...
Time for a First Checkup
My daughter is 22 months old and attached to her pacifier. She barely opens her mouth for me to brush her teeth. Needless to...
