Since this past Tuesday’s Dr.Mom column in The Sacramento Bee, where I discussed bedwetting and encouraged parents to try to relax and not worry so much; I’ve had several e-mails and comments. Two of which I believe deserve more attention, so I will expand on those today. Feeling Humiliated The first comment that really got…
Category Archives: children’s health
On Preventing Childhood Obesity
We hear so much about the obesity epidemic these days, and for good reason. In the past two decades, obesity has doubled in children and tripled in adolescents in the United States. While genetics plays a significant role in the risk for this condition, it does not tell the whole story. Predisposed doesn’t equal predestined….
Pityriasis Alba: A Common Skin Condition in Children
This summer in clinic, I’ve been hearing a recurring question: what are these white spots on my child’s face? In most cases, the answer has been: Pityriasis Alba And though the name is somewhat fancy and possibly confusing, this skin condition is quite common in children between the ages of 3-16. What is Pityriasis Alba?…
5 DOs and 1 DON’T when getting children to take their medicine
Sometimes our children need to take medicine, and sometimes making them do it can be downright painful. Your toddler may run and scream at the sight of the medicine dropper. Or your preschooler stands firm, looks you straight in the eyes, yells “NO!” and clamps her mouth firmly shut. You’re likely wishing Mary Poppins would…
Does Your Child Get Enough Sleep?
Sleep. Essential. Elusive. In seemingly short supply. We all crave it. We all need it. And most of us know the untoward effects of sleep deprivation on ourselves. However, do you know the long term effects of sleep deprivation on your children? Sure, we all know they can get cranky and prone to temper tantrums….
Bottle Weaning: Why, When, and How
As promised, I’m back today to talk about bottle weaning. On Friday, I shared one of my tips on how to get your newly minted one year old to happily drink whole milk. Bottle weaning is a conversation I have at least twice a day in clinic. It’s a common concern among parents and pediatricians…
Dr.Mom Tip: Weaning From Formula to Whole Milk
It’s Friday afternoon, encroaching on the evening here, so I’ll keep this short and sweet. I get this question a lot in clinic: how should I switch my baby from formula to whole milk? The first birthday for your baby is a monumental milestone indeed. Along with all she has accomplished in the first year,…
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