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ParentingU: Managing Screen Time: Expert Tips for Parents
When school’s out and structure fades, screens have a sneaky way of taking over. What starts as one episode or a five-minute scroll can stretch into hours, especially...
Precision and Peace of Mind: How Robotic Surgery Helped One Man Beat Throat Cancer
John was sitting in his deer stand in Mississippi when he first noticed a small lump beneath his jawline. At 69 years old and a practicing pharmacist with more than...
Potty Training Without Pressure: What Parents Need to Know
When the school year approaches, some parents feel the clock ticking — especially if their child isn’t yet potty trained. But when it comes to potty training, health...
ParentingU: Helmet Hair, Don’t Care. A Parent’s Guide to Safer Summers
Sun’s out, wheels out! Whether your child is rolling on training wheels or racing around the neighborhood on a scooter, summer brings plenty of opportunities to play...
A Smarter Scalpel: Elevating Surgical Care with AI-Powered Robotics
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System is ushering in a new era of surgery with the addition of nine da Vinci 5 robotic systems, the most advanced generation...
ParentingU: Your Kids’ Summer Allergy Survival Guide
If your child deals with allergies, summer doesn’t always offer relief. In fact, for many kids, summer can bring its own set of triggers — and myths. On this episode...
All We Want to Image Is You: Meet Our New 3T MRI
A vibrant wrap. A kid-friendly design. And powerful technology that’s changing how we deliver imaging for children. Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital is now home...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Your Must-Have Checklist for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is part of life in the Gulf South, but each year still brings new storms — and new reminders of why it’s so important to be ready. We often think of...