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• posted: Feb. 09, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Sore Throat

A sore throat is common everywhere, including in Waxahachie, TX. It can affect both adults and children. When it is your child who has a sore throat, you may be Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2024
• Vaccinations

Children are one of the most vulnerable age groups because a child’s immune system is not as well developed as that of an adult. Early childhood vaccinations play an important Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2024
• Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity affects approximately 30% of children in the U.S., and numbers continue to rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity is one's body mass Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2024
• Ear Infections

Ear infections are common in children because their ears are not fully developed, and it can be difficult to properly drain fluid. Ear infections can be brutal, and it can Read More

• posted: Jan. 01, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Child Development

Monitoring your child’s development is an important part of what a pediatrician does. It’s important to visit your pediatrician, because child development is a complex area and needs the expertise Read More

• posted: Dec. 26, 2023
• Learning Disabilities,  Developmental Disabilities

Is your child living with learning and developmental disabilities? Dr. Jean Strength and the team at Pediatric Health Care Associates in Waxahachie, TX are here to help ease the path. Diagnosing Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2023
• Mental Health

You want your child to be healthy, and an important part of good health is great mental health. Promoting mental health in your child is one of the most important Read More

• posted: Dec. 03, 2023
• Learning Disabilities,  Developmental Disabilities

Learning and developmental disabilities can affect a child's ability to acquire new skills, understand information, and interact with their environment. These conditions manifest in various forms, such as dyslexia, autism, Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2023
• Nutrition

Caring for your child involves many decisions each day. One of the most important things that you can do is ensure that they’re getting the right nutrition and that they’re Read More

• posted: Nov. 30, 2023
• Ear Infections

What Causes Ear Infections? Ear infections are common among children, and though they often go away on their own, it's always a good idea to contact your Waxahachie, TX, pediatrician, especially Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2023
• Sports Injuries

Child sports injuries refer to physical harm in children while participating in sports and recreational activities. They can range from minor bruises to painful conditions, affecting muscles, bones, and joints. Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2023
• Well Care Visits

Find out why visiting the pediatrician is just as important for teens. We all know just how important it is to bring newborns and children to the pediatrician’s regularly, but we Read More

• posted: Oct. 16, 2023
• Well-Child Visits,  Well Visits

Dr. Mary Strength and the team at Pediatric Health Care Associates provide well visits in Waxahachie, TX to keep children healthy and growing strong. Importance of Well Visits With Your Pediatrician  With Read More

• posted: Oct. 06, 2023
• Asthma,  Respiratory Health

An asthma attack can be scary, especially if it happens to your child. There are some steps you can take to help prevent an asthma attack. Our pediatrician can tell Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2023
• Sports Physical

When your child wants to participate in their favorite sports, it’s important that you’re doing all that you can to keep them protected. Not only do they need all of Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023
• Childhood Illnesses

Your child comes into contact with millions of microscopic viruses and bacteria daily. Your child’s immune system also isn’t as robust as that of an adult. These two factors combine Read More