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- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jan. 20, 2021
All children need to get a tetanus shot. When we think of tetanus we often think of rusty nails; however, this bacterium isn’t just found on rusty metal items, it
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jan. 07, 2021
Whether you’re simply taking a weekend trip to visit the grandparents, or you and the family are flying internationally, you must know how to keep everyone healthy and safe while
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Dec. 21, 2020
Accidents happen. Perhaps your child hurt themselves falling off their bike or taking a rough tumble down the stairs. In these instances, the first thing you’ll probably do is check
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Dec. 03, 2020
A urinary tract infection isn’t just something that happens to adults. Children can also develop UTIs. Since children are more likely to suffer from kidney damage as a result of
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Nov. 13, 2020
You may be surprised to learn that many car seats are not used properly. In fact, around 46 percent of car and booster seats are improperly used, which greatly impacts
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Oct. 29, 2020
You just got the call from your child’s school: someone in your kid’s class has chickenpox. This highly contagious virus isn’t usually anything to worry about, but it can certainly
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Oct. 15, 2020
Asthma is one of the most common chronic disorders that pediatricians diagnose in children and teens. While there is no cure for asthma there are effective ways to manage your
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Sep. 30, 2020
Your child won’t stop rubbing their eyes. They say it’s incredibly itchy. When you go to examine it, you notice their eyes are also bloodshot and inflamed. Oh no, it
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Sep. 09, 2020
You want your child to lead a healthy, happy life but it can be difficult if they are picky eaters or only seem to crave junk food. If you’re having
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Aug. 28, 2020
What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Aug. 14, 2020
While we may not love it, all kids are going to act up, throw tantrums and be irritable at times; however, if your child is displaying negative actions and behaviors
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jul. 29, 2020
To ensure that your child grows up healthy and strong, they need to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccines. These well-child visits are incredibly important for your
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jul. 15, 2020
Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jun. 29, 2020
So, your child’s teeth just started to come in. We know that this can be an exciting milestone for parents. Of course, this also means considering your child’s oral health.
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jun. 17, 2020
Parents want nothing more than their children to be healthy and happy. This applies to every element of their well-being, including their eyes! Your pediatrician recommends that all children receive
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Author:
- Heart to Heart Pediatrics
updated: Jun. 02, 2020
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person views and interacts with the world around them, including other people. In most cases, differences become apparent
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