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Sniffles and Sneezes: Fall Allergy Season
10
Sep 2024
Sniffles and Sneezes: Fall Allergy Season
Ragweed, dust and mold are the most common allergens in kids during fall. See what triggers allergy symptoms and when you should call the doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Lice 101: What to Look for and How to Treat Them
05
Sep 2024
Lice 101: What to Look for and How to Treat Them
Lice spread easily from kid to kid. With school back in session, learn what to look for and how to get rid of them.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Do Pre-Teens and Teens Need More Calcium?
02
Apr 2024
Do Pre-Teens and Teens Need More Calcium?
The majority of teens aren't getting enough calcium, and they have the highest need of any age group. Read why and how they can get it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Child Development and Behavior
Tips for Managing Reflux in Infants and Older Kids
06
Feb 2024
Tips for Managing Reflux in Infants and Older Kids
Gastroesophageal reflux can be experienced by infants, older kids and teens. Learn how to manage GER in children and when your child might be referred to a specialist.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Fall Allergies Part II: How to Help Your Child
12
Oct 2023
Fall Allergies Part II: How to Help Your Child
Learn how you can ease you child's fall allergy symptoms through both medical and non-medical approaches.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1
Healthy Living
How to Help Your Feverish Child Feel Better
22
Aug 2023
How to Help Your Feverish Child Feel Better
When your child has a fever, it can really make them feel bad. Here are some tips to help your child feel better again.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Fevers: Temperatures and How to Take Them
18
Jul 2023
Fevers: Temperatures and How to Take Them
What temperature signals a fever? If your child has a fever, when do you call the doctor? Find answers to these fever questions and more.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 2
Healthy Living
How to Help Kids Avoid Frostnip and Frostbite
19
Dec 2022
How to Help Kids Avoid Frostnip and Frostbite
Before kids head out in the cold & snowy weather, learn how to prevent and spot frostnip/bite and what to do if you notice the warning signs.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
How Can I Prevent My Kids From Getting Motion Sickness?
23
Nov 2022
How Can I Prevent My Kids From Getting Motion Sickness?
Motion sickness is fairly common in kids, especially between the ages of 2-12. Understanding why it happens can help parents prevent it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Growing Pains: Helpful Tips for Parents and Kids
28
Jul 2022
Growing Pains: Helpful Tips for Parents and Kids
Growing pains are deep, cramping pains that occur in childhood, usually in the lower legs. They occur most often in kids ages 3-12. Here are some tips for managing these pains in your child and when to call the doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Walking Pneumonia: 101 for Parents
22
Sep 2021
Walking Pneumonia: 101 for Parents
Walking pneumonia isn't typically as severe as typical pneumonia, but it needs treatment. Learn more about the symptoms and when your child should see a doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1
Safety and Prevention
6 RSV FAQs
09
Sep 2021
6 RSV FAQs
Learn more about respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and get answers to the six most commonly asked questions by parents, including when to contact your child's doctor.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
How to Read A Sunscreen Label
11
Aug 2021
How to Read A Sunscreen Label
There are so many sunscreens on the market! Learn how to read the label and choose the right one for your family with the following tips.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Swimmer’s Ear: Your Questions Answered
08
Jul 2021
Swimmer’s Ear: Your Questions Answered
Swimmer’s ear can occur any time of the year, but often shows up in the summer. Read about the symptoms of swimmer's ear and ways to treat and prevent it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Spring Allergies: What You Can Do for Your Child
23
Apr 2021
Spring Allergies: What You Can Do for Your Child
Pollen and mold are hard to avoid when you want to go outside and play, but there are a number of ways to alleviate allergy symptoms.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
How to Treat and Prevent Diaper Rash
30
Nov 2020
How to Treat and Prevent Diaper Rash
Diaper rash isn’t fun for parents or babies. Fortunately, you can treat most cases of it at home and it often clears up quickly. About 1 in every 4 babies will have diaper rash at some point. It can range from mild to severe. As a pediatrician, I see it a lot. Diaper rash can
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1
Healthy Living
The Importance of Well-Child Visits During COVID-19
18
May 2020
The Importance of Well-Child Visits During COVID-19
We encourage families to schedule over-due and upcoming visits right away. Well-child visits are very important for ALL kids, especially those 24 months and younger, and our best advice is to keep those appointments.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1
Healthy Living
Infant Jaundice: 5 Things Expecting Parents Should Know
26
Apr 2019
Infant Jaundice: 5 Things Expecting Parents Should Know
About 50-60 percent of otherwise healthy newborns will have some degree of jaundice. One treatment is light therapy. Learn more about treatments and what to look for in your newborn.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Kids’ Coughs: What Do They Mean?
01
Feb 2019
Kids’ Coughs: What Do They Mean?
The symptoms that come along with coughs often tell more about an illness than the cough itself.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 1
Healthy Living
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: What is it?
22
May 2018
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: What is it?
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease is caused by a virus and typically starts as a fever and rash. The rash is most commonly found on the hands, feet and inside the mouth, but it can also be found on other places, especially in the diaper area.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Safety and Prevention
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
06
Dec 2016
4 Must-Know Facts About Whooping Cough
Most parents are aware of the dangers of whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory disease. Here are four must-know facts about it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Healthy Living
Whooping Cough: Is Your Vaccine Current?
23
Dec 2015
Whooping Cough: Is Your Vaccine Current?
What you need to know about whooping cough and the vaccine to prevent it.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
Childhood Obesity
Is it Okay to Give My Child Juice?
05
Dec 2014
Is it Okay to Give My Child Juice?
Eliminating juice is one of the easiest ways to reduce sugar in children's diets. One of our general pediatricians explains why.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0

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