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Understanding Childhood Asthma
posted: May 16, 2017.
A common condition seen in kids and teens, asthma is a lung condition that causes trouble breathing and shortness of breath. During an attack, the bronchial airways become inflamed and Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric, Diet and Nutrition, Children's Oral Health, Skin Condition -
Summer Camp
posted: May 13, 2017.
Summer is right around the corner! Have you thought about what your child is going to do once the school year ends? Western Massachusetts has tons of great summer camps for Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric, Diet and Nutrition, Children's Oral Health, Skin Condition -
How to Help Your Teen Make Healthy Eating Choices
posted: May 02, 2017.
As children grow into adolescence, their bodies require more nutrients to grow healthy and strong. But as many parents know, for those teens with busy school schedules, sports practices and Read moreCategory: Children's Health -
Bug Bite Safety
posted: Apr. 24, 2017.
As the spring & summer seasons approach, let's review some recommendations about bug bite safety. Most bug bites are harmless; however, insects can expose children to disease and health risks. Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care -
New Parents: How to Select the Right Crib for Your Baby
posted: Apr. 18, 2017.
A new baby needs a lot of things. From bottles and car seats to high chairs and baby monitors, an expectant parent has a lot of decisions and purchases to Read moreCategory: Child Care -
Sun Care
posted: Apr. 16, 2017.
As we welcome this unseasonably warm weather into the Pioneer Valley, our kids will be spending more and more time outside. While that's a good thing, it's important to remember Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric, Diet and Nutrition, Children's Oral Health, Skin Condition -
Fostering Responsibility
posted: Apr. 05, 2017.
Developing a sense of responsibility is a step-by-step process that will benefit your child throughout their lifetime. As children develop, it is important to teach them responsibility in ways that Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric -
Understanding Tonsillitis
posted: Mar. 31, 2017.
The tonsils are oval-shaped, pink masses of tissue on both sides of the throat. They are part of the body's immune system, designed to fight off bacteria and viruses that Read moreCategory: Pediatric Care -
Headaches and Children: Knowing When to Call the Pediatrician
posted: Mar. 14, 2017.
A number of factors can cause a child to develop a headache, such as stress, lack of sleep, skipped meals and certain medications. Other times a child may suffer from Read moreCategory: Pediatric Care -
Welcome the newest member of our team!
posted: Mar. 09, 2017.
We are excited to introduce the newest member of our team, Nurse Practitioner Jenny Salander! Jenny completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at The University of Michigan. After gaining experience as Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric, Diet and Nutrition, Children's Oral Health, Skin Condition -
Does My Child Have a Food Allergy?
posted: Feb. 28, 2017.
Especially during the younger years, adequate food and nutrition is vital for a child’s growth and development. But for some children, a snack or meal as simple as a peanut Read moreCategory: Pediatric Health Care -
Vitamin D: Are You Getting Enough?
posted: Feb. 19, 2017.
Most of us know that vitmain D is important for healthy bones. But alomst daily, it seems, we learn more about the significance of vitamin D on our health. Now, a recent Read moreCategory: Child Care, Skin Care, Child Safety, Child Health Care, Pediatric Health Care, Children's Health, Pediatric Care, Child Healthcare, Pediatric, Diet and Nutrition, Children's Oral Health, Skin Condition -
Hear This: Turning Down the Volume Now May Save Your Teen's Hearing in Adult Years
posted: Feb. 15, 2017.
It may seem like your teenager is ignoring you, but in reality, they may be having trouble hearing you. More and more we see kids listening to their MP3 players Read moreCategory: Pediatric Care -
Diaper Rash: How to Soothe and Protect Your Baby's Bottom
posted: Feb. 02, 2017.
A baby’s soft, smooth skin is delicate, making it susceptible to diaper rash, a common and mild irritation of the skin that causes redness in the area where the diaper Read moreCategory: Child Healthcare -
Fit Kids, Healthy Kids - How to Make Exercise a Way of Life
posted: Jan. 16, 2017.
Children need physical activity on a regular basis to keep them healthy and strong. It’s unfortunate that many kids today are considered overweight. In fact, according to Centers for Disease Read moreCategory: Child Healthcare -
Battling Teenage Acne
posted: Jan. 03, 2017.
Acne is by far the most common skin complaint among teenagers, affecting nearly all of those between the ages of 12 and 17 at least occasionally, according to the American Read moreCategory: Skin Care
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