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• 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

• posted: Sep. 01, 2023
• Developmental Milestones,  Child's Growth

One of the best parts of being a parent is being able to watch your child grow and develop. Once they’re born, they’ll start hitting specific milestones throughout their lives Read More

• posted: Aug. 02, 2023
• Limiting Screen Time,  Screen Time

Screens are now a common part of our society. Your child can easily spend a full day on their screen, but that’s not great for their developmental and physical health. Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023
• Allergy,  Child Allergies

Does your child suffer from allergies? Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your child has a cold, or if your child has allergies, which can be treated. Your Read More

• posted: Jul. 07, 2023
• Sleep

Is your child having trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep? Occasional sleeplessness is usually nothing to worry about, but if your child is suffering from prolonged lack of sleep, Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2023
• Mental Health

Your child’s mental health is just as important as their physical health. It is extremely important that you’re nurturing your child’s mental health and giving them a safe space to Read More

• posted: Jun. 09, 2023
• Newborn Care

Having a newborn is an exciting time, and a busy time. If you are new to parenting, you probably have some questions about newborn care. Your pediatrician has the answers Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2023
• Mental Health

If your child is experiencing frequent sadness, your child could have depression. If your child feels anxious when experiencing new things, your child could have anxiety. These are just two Read More

• posted: May 16, 2023
• Diabetes,  Asthma,  Chronic Conditions,  Epilepsy,  Food allergies,  Obesity

If your child is dealing with a chronic condition, it can affect many aspects of their life. It can be difficult to pay attention in class if they’re dealing with Read More