Children’s Health Articles

Fireworks can make any celebration magical, but safety comes first.   To ensure the safety of your little ones, follow this advice from Meghan Poole, MD, pediatrician with St. Dominic Family Medicine – Gluckstadt.  The Hidden Danger of Sparklers  “Fireworks are not...

As a parent, you've likely experienced some anxiety when bringing your child to their pediatrician’s office.  Imagine this: you're in the waiting room with your young daughter who has been complaining of stomach pains for weeks. You're worried, stressed and hoping the...

When Jaclyn and Todd Peters brought their 9-year-old daughter Cecilia to Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health for physical therapy, they expected professional care. What they experienced, however, was nothing short of exceptional. Todd is manager of imaging at Our...

As temperatures soar in the South, keeping kids hydrated becomes more important than ever.  Rachael Jackson, MD, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health pediatrician, emphasizes the importance of hydration to ensure your children stay healthy and safe during their...