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ParentingU: The Ultimate Summer Road Trip
Road trip season is here, and while the memories are priceless, the meltdowns, messes and backseat battles can feel endless. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the...
3 Ways to Help Teens Stay Safe and Grounded Over the Summer
Summer break offers teens a well-earned break from school, but with all that free time can come new challenges. Without the structure of a school day, teens may feel...
Summer Fire Safety for Families
Summer brings cookouts, campfires and family fun, but it also brings an increased risk for burns and fire-related injuries. Knowing how to prevent burns and what to do...
Reclaiming Confidence: How Chest Wall Correction Transforms Lives
For children with sunken or protruding chests, the impact of chest wall deformities reaches far beyond their physical appearance. These conditions can deeply affect...
Understanding Measles: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Measles is making a dangerous comeback — putting unvaccinated children most at risk. On a recent episode of Medical Monday with Brian Haldane, Annie Contreras, MD,...
ParentingU: Helping Kids with ADHD Stay Social Over the Summer
Summer brings a welcome break from early alarms and homework, but for kids with ADHD, the lack of structure can create challenges. Josh LeJeune, NP, pediatric primary...
Water Safety for Summer Fun
Families are heading outside to soak up the sun and splash into water fun. Before you jump in, Charlotte Sibley, MD, a pediatrician who practices at Our Lady of the...
Keeping Kids Hydrated and Healthy in the Summer Heat
When the Southern summer hits full swing, the heat and humidity aren’t just uncomfortable. They can be dangerous, especially for kids. Children are more vulnerable to...
Bug Bites and Kids: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Bug bites are practically a rite of passage during summer in the South. Whether your kids are playing in the backyard, exploring a park or just enjoying a popsicle on...
One of the Most Important Decisions You’ll Make as a Parent
Find the right pediatrician before your baby arrives. Learn why early connection matters and how to schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet.
Summer Skincare Tips for Tweens and Teens
Find the right pediatrician before your baby arrives. Learn why early connection matters and how to schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet.
From Fragile Beginnings to Thriving Futures: Catching Up with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital’s First Patients
Five years later, we catch up with three of Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital’s first patients — stories of resilience, growth and hope.
