Let’s discuss fevers!
A temperature over 100.4F is considered a fever. It is not always necessary for a child with a fever to see their doctor. It depends on the age of the child and the other symptoms they have.
The fever itself is not the disease, only a sign that the body’s immune system is trying to fight an infection. Use Tylenol (2 months+) and/or Motrin (6 months+) if your child seems uncomfortable; otherwise, you can monitor fevers and see if they resolve on their own.
Eighty five percent of American adults drink caffeine on a daily basis. Knapp and Zeratsky give science-backed advice on how to make caffeine work for you in their book “Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day.”
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Fiber is an important nutrient that most children (and parents) are not getting enough of each day. As parents, you do your best to feed your family healthy foods, but you may need help with choosing good sources of fiber.
There are different fiber recommendations for children based on energy needs, age, or weight. Read more
It’s estimated that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Don’t let cloudy days fool you! Up to 80 percent of UVA/UVB rays can penetrate our skin even during overcast days.
The most important to consider when choosing sun protection for your family are an SPF of 30 or higher, water resistance, and broad-spectrum protection meaning that it protects against UVA and UVB rays. Read more
I’m here to tell you as a Pediatrician to stop living like you’re in the 1940’s and to stop using Benadryl for everything related to allergies or allergic reactions.
Antihistamines work by counteracting histamine throughout the body. Read more
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