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Babies Don’t Come With Instruction Manuals

If you’re expecting a baby — or recently brought one home — you’ve likely had a moment (or several) of wondering, “Am I doing this right?” You’re not alone.  “Babies don’t come with an instruction manual,” says Meaghan Flechas Smith, MD, pediatrician with Our Lady of...

ParentingU: A Parent’s Guide to Summer First Aid

From skinned knees on the driveway to mosquito bites at sunset, summer brings a special kind of childhood magic — and messiness.   In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kali Broussard, pediatrician and infectious diseases specialist with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s...

A Healthy Start to the School Year Begins with a Wellness Visit

New backpack? Check. Fresh pencils and notebooks? Check. A wellness visit with your child’s doctor? It’s the most important box you can check this back-to-school season. Before kids head into the classroom or onto the field, a visit to the pediatrician helps ensure...

4 Fun Flavored Water Recipes to Help Kids Stay Hydrated

When temperatures rise, hydration becomes a top priority for families on the go. But if your child turns up their nose at plain water, ParentingU has you covered. April Hamilton, RN, a pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight and nutrition nurse with Our Lady of...