Pediatric Associates is committed to the health of your child. We have compiled the following list of Useful Topics to help you educate yourself and your child.
Bonding With Grandparents
Have you ever turned to your parents, your spouse's parents, or older relatives for advice or support with your child? If you have, you've probably realized how wonderful grandparents can be. Encouraging a close relationship will benefit grandparents, parents and...
Challenging Behaviors
Challenging Behaviors in Young Children: What are They Trying to Tell Us? Children can and do tell us a great deal about what they need through both verbal and non-verbal communication. At those moments when we are paying closest attention, we can discern a child's...
Importance of Family Meals – “Project Eat”
A study, called “Project Eat,” recently conducted by the University of Minnesota has found that adolescents benefit from family meals in many aspects. Family meals provide routine, consistency, and lessons in communication skills, manners, nutrition and good eating...
Healthy Communication for Enhancing Relationships
We wanted to examine ways to improve relationships, not only with our significant others, but all relationships in our lives. Healthy communication is obviously one of the most important aspects of maintaining and nurturing relationships with others. The book...
Nurturing Good Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is a major key to success in life. The development of a positive self-concept or healthy self-esteem is extremely important to the happiness and success of children and teenagers. Healthy self-esteem is a child's armor against the challenges of the world....
Helping kids avoid peer pressure
Peer Pressure: At one point or another most of us have experienced some form of peer pressure. To those of us who have experienced peer pressure, we realize what a strong influence it can be. Peer pressure—it's more than just a phase that young people go through....
Small Turtles Dangerous Pet Choices for Children
Small Turtles Dangerous Pet Choices for Children Trisha Korioth They may be cute, but they also can be deadly. That's the message health experts wish to convey to families with children under age 5 who might be considering small turtles as pets. While sale of these...
What Your Babysitter Needs to Know
Before you walk out the door, prepare the sitter with the following information: · Make sure the sitter knows where you will be and how to reach you at all times. · Point out where the sitter can find the number for poison control (it should be posted in a prominent...
Choking Prevention
Everyone knows that kids can get pretty excited about food they don't get to eat on a regular basis, like Halloween goodies. So, it can be a good idea to know about choking and what to do during those times you are present while children are "inhaling" yummy treats...
Water Safety Tips
For Infants, toddlers, and young children: · To prevent drowning, empty all water from bathtubs and pails, keep the door to the bathroom closed and never leave your child alone near any container of water. · Use life jackets on boats at all times. · Child proof the...
Sun Safety
When spring time is here, and it is getting warmer outside, finally our kids can play outside! But if they are going to be out in the sun, especially on a hot day, they need to stay safe. The sun is a very essential part to growth on our planet. Daily, the sun is...
Helmet Safety Tips
Bike riding is a lot of fun, but accidents happen. Every year, about 176,000 kids go to the emergency department because of bike accident injuries. That's why it's so important for our kids to wear your bike helmet. Wearing one doesn't mean kids can be reckless, but a...
General Child Seat Use Information
General Child Seat Use Information Buckle Everyone. Children Age 12 and Under in Back! AGE /WEIGHT SEAT TYPE /SEAT POSITION USAGE TIPS INFANTS Birth to at least 1 year and at least 20 pounds. Infant-Only Seat/rear-facing or Convertible Seat/used rear-facing. Seats...
Things to Keep in Mind When Traveling Overseas with Children
Things to Keep in Mind When Traveling Overseas with Children Trisha Korioth Heading overseas on a family vacation can be an exciting experience for children of all ages. Prior to travel, parents should make sure they are well-equipped to handle the health care needs...
Safety Checklists While Away From Home
One very important thing to keep in mind, as we make our lodging and travel arrangements, is the safety of our children. Staying with relatives and friends can be an enriching experience for our kids, but some of our relatives and friends are not familiar with safety...
Winter Sports Safety Tips
Winter Sports Injury Prevention: Millions of families ski, snowboard, and sled each year in the United States and especially in our area. These cold weather activities, which can be exhilarating, can also result in many injuries each year. By developing skills with a...
Parents and Sportsmanship
Across America, concerned coaches, players, and parents wonder when did kid’s sports get so out of control? There’s no doubt that youth sports have become more competitive in recent years. Sports are no longer just an after-school activity or a fun Saturday morning...
Eating During the School Day and Snacks
How can you ensure that your child is eating well during the school day? Here are some tips to help make sure your child eats a healthy snack and lunch. · Most schools regularly send schedules of cafeteria menus home. With this advance information, you can plan on...
Developing Good Homework and Study Habits
· Create an environment that is conducive to doing homework. Youngsters need a permanent work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy. · Set aside ample time for homework. · Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during...
Getting Involved in Your Child’s Education
When parents are involved in their children's education, kids do better in school. Some parents and families are able to be involved in their child's education in many ways. Others may only have time for one or two activities. Whatever your level of involvement, do it...
Back to School Tips
Your kids are heading back for another year at school. For some kids this is an extremely exciting time and for other kids the mere idea of this can cause anxieties. For many families this may be the first year your child is attending school and for others starting...
Holiday Safety Tips
The holidays are an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday season, here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). TREES: · When purchasing an artificial tree, look for the label "Fire Resistant." · When...
Helping Your Children Cope with Stress: Tips for the Holiday Season.
Whatever your special holiday, the holiday season can cause stress in young children. Children respond to stress in their own ways: crying, tantrums, clinging, excessive energy, temporary regression such as thumb sucking and many other ways. We can't eliminate all...
Lice
What to do at home when your child has lice? Vinegar & Cetaphil Treatments If you have further questions or concerns don’t hesitate to call us at 970-259-PEDS (7337)
Facts About Stinging Insects
1. The majority of insect stings in the U.S. come from yellow jackets, hornets, wasps, bees, and fire ants. These insects occur throughout the U.S. except for fire ants which are found only in the Southeastern states. 2. Over 2 million Americans are allergic to...
The Importance of Proper Amounts of Sleep
From the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Sleep Is a Basic Human Need Sleep is a natural part of everybody's life, but many people know very little about how important it is, and some even try to get by with little sleep. Sleep is something our bodies need to...
Children’s Allergies
An estimated 40-45 million Americans (15-20% of the population) have some type of allergy and, in most people; these allergies first appear during infancy or childhood. It is not surprising, then, that allergic disorders rank first among children's chronic diseases....
Labeling your Children
'Keep on telling me what I am, and that's what I'll become' ...so be careful how you describe your children. Try to remember that even very small children understand more than you realize, and absorb ideas from what they over hear. Overheard and understood. Listen to...
The Benefits of Busy Parents Practicing Self-Care
Working parents may find themselves "running on empty" if they don't take time out for self-care. They run the risk of falling into a rut if they never give themselves a break and keep working until they are exhausted. Since parents, in particular single parents, are...
Influenza Vaccine
What is Influenza (also called “the Flu”)? The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Every year in the United States, on average: · 5% to 20% of the population gets the...