Mosquitoes are the worst! Mosquitoes can send you running inside to miss out on a lot of fun outdoors.

If my child has yellow or green mucus in their nose, does that mean an antibiotic is needed?

The dreaded words: "Your child will need a doctor's note to return."

This time, let's talk about the flu and flu shots.

Having corona on our mind kind of just raises the idea about hygiene and how we can optimize that in our homes and in child care settings, like schools and other facilities like daycares.

If you've ever noticed your baby rubbing her ear or the side of her head, you may have wondered what the heck is going on? Is she just scratching an itch, or could there be something else more serious?

When Halloween is over, most of us are stuck with a heap of candy that either our kids got when out trick-or-treating or leftover from what we did not hand out to trick-or-treaters.

There are few things softer and sweeter than a baby’s new skin. So it can be surprising for parents to learn just how many rashes and skin conditions can affect babies!

Hey for this med minute let's talk about cell phone safety.

The scurry of little feet running to grab a tissue leaving a trail of little blood drops is a common occurrence in most households.

Compared to when most of us parents were kids, life is much more complicated for our little ones. These stressful times make parenting difficult

It can be tough to tell what’s causing your baby’s discomfort. Is it an ear infection? Or teething? There are a few key differences between the two that can help you figure it out. Here’s what you need to know.

When your baby has a fever, you want to do everything you can to make them comfortable. One question you may have is what is the best way to dress them? Keep reading to learn more about how to dress a baby with a fever at night!

It is not uncommon for babies to be afflicted with baby eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis.

We know there has been a lot of discussion and news regarding the recent spread of the novel coronavirus.

When it comes to their speech development, the questions seem to multiply.

I always thought I would be able to keep my children away from the social media craze and have them blissfully creating art and playing outdoors with the neighbors.

It's usually inevitable that kids will need a prescription for antibiotics at some point, whether it be for strep throat for impetigo, or for an ear infection.

"Mom! Michael's ear is bleeding!" shrieked Raida's fourteen-year-old daughter.

How Does the Growth Chart Determine the Weight Category for My Child?

What is a Growth Chart?

As a parent, you want your child to have the best overall health, including good oral health. Here are some answers to common questions parents have about pediatric dental health:

Strep throat is a common diagnosis that many parents and kids have to deal with.

What is a fever?

If your home is like most with young children, there are toys everywhere!

Did you know that about 25% of infants have had at least one ear infection by one year of age?

Do you wake up every morning lately hoping your kids can go to school so you can maintain some normalcy during these crazy times?!

Introducing a bedtime routine early in your child’s life sets them up for the future, and benefits you! It's no secret that the pandemic put a damper on everyone’s sleep

Halloween is such a fun holiday for kids. It’s also such a joy for parents to watch their kids enjoy this American tradition dressed up in adorable costumes.

The flu this year has been really bad: over a hundred thousand people in the US have already tested positive, and we still have months left in flu season

It can be disconcerting to discover that your child has baby eczema, but this skin condition is actually more common than you might suspect.

There are so, SO many things young children can’t do, but there is one thing no kid is ever too young for - reading!

Does your child have Amblyopia?

Don't rely on school or nurse vision screenings for your child's eye health! According to experts, children should have their first eye exam as a newborn, and by age 5, every child needs a check-in with an ophthalmologist. Annual eye exams are also essential to ensure optimal vision and good eye health. Keep an eye out for anything unusual and schedule an exam whenever needed.

As a parent of two little children myself, I share a lot of the same concerns that most parents do about the corona virus.

There are two things especially important to note:

Shopping for car seats can be extremely overwhelming! There are so many products on the market, and it can be hard to know what the right choices are- not to mention how expensive everything is!

Just yesterday my son said to me, “I’m not hungry, I’ll just wait for dessert.”

Our babies start communicating with us from the moment they’re born.

Having a sore throat can mean many different things.

After twenty-five years of being a mom, you think you'd have seen it all.

Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is an illness that develops from Group A Streptococcus, the bacteria that causes strep throat. It presents itself on the body usually after having strep throat with a red rash that feels like fine sandpaper.

With COVID on our minds, the holidays will be different this year for all of us, but that doesn’t mean they have to less than fun and fabulous!

Itchy, flaky, dry skin: it’s uncomfortable and painful, and something no one wants to watch their child experience.

Although baby eczema is one of the most common skin conditions to occur in children under the age of 10, it can be very upsetting when it first appears on our baby’s beautiful, new skin.

A huge question as parents have now is how to stay safe during halloween, yet be able to let our kids trick-or-treat and enjoy the holiday

Standard growth charts and parameters do not apply to all children.

For the most part, the sequence of fine motor skills development is the same for all children, but the pace at which they acquire the skills differs.

Shopping for car seats can be extremely overwhelming!

Most parents teach their children to be generous and to share. Family members often show affection by sharing their drinks, utensils, or by kissing a child. But sometimes, these simple acts of caring can be dangerous

Speech and language are a significant part of a child’s development.

A lot of parents ask me about antibiotics when their kids are sick. There are certain infections that require antibiotics, but actually, the majority of cases do not require antibiotics.

You're on a walk with your family and- ouch! Something stings your little one! Insect stings hurt and can be very scary.

Headaches are one of the most common medical complaints in children and teenagers.

Let's talk about antibiotic use - when it's needed and when it's not.

I'm going to use these next two med minutes to go through some common myths in pediatrics that I'm going to squash.

It's 2am and your child is crying up a storm again. Do you let him cry it out? Do you pick him up and rock him? Do you lay with him until he falls asleep?

How Does the Growth Chart Determine the Weight Category for My Child?

Everybody poops, but how many bowel movements per day is considered normal for my child?

Hearing your baby utter his or her first word is a magical moment, for both of you! But when is that supposed to happen?

Last time I spoke to you a little bit about antibiotic use and how it's not needed for viruses. This time let's talk about when they are needed for something like strep throat.

Isn’t it great to have a furry friend? Most of the time, yes, but not when they bite you!

The weather changes and boom! There’s a chorus of sneezes and sniffles in the house, accompanied by runny noses and watery eyes.

What is a normal amount of times for a child to have a bowel movement per day?

We've discussed the importance of bedtime routines, but what about morning routines?

No day like today and no time like the present to show your love!

Perhaps you’ve seen the flyers for “storytime with signs” at your local library or notices of “Baby Sign Language Workshops” at local clinics

What Can I Use Virtual Doctor Visits for with Blueberry Pediatrics?

It is inevitable that at some point your child will need antibiotics, whether it be for an ear infection, strep throat, or a bad cut that looks red and is painful.

Wondering when you need to start taking your baby to the dentist?

Halloween is such a fun time of the year and obviously this year it poses a lot of challenges to us.

Sore throats are quite common in all children and may occur several times a year.

There are a few common questions that us pediatricians are always getting about antibiotics.

Time for some more pediatric myth debunking!

Let's start with the basics - what is a food allergy?

Last med minute I talked about cell phone safety and actually found some extra information that might be really useful.

Get that thumb out of there! Why don't we try taking it out?

Sleep is SO important for all ages! On top of what I learned in medical school and pediatrics residency, I read

From the moment your baby is born, you start waiting for the moment when you will hear your baby’s first words.