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ParentingU Podcast: Breastfeeding 101
Breastfeeding is natural, but it can be challenging, especially in the beginning. Being prepared can make all the difference. Gregory J. Gelpi, MD, FAAP, IBCLC, Our...
What Type of Care? It’s Tricky, But We’re Here to Help
Without fail, your child will start coughing or spike a fever at the least opportune time, like a Friday evening after a long week at school or bright-and-early on a...
Children and Fear of Doctors: How You Can Help
Children and Fear of Doctors: How You Can Help For many children, the prospect of seeing a doctor is a cause for concern. This fear of doctors is common and can stem...
The Basics of Breastfeeding
Discover the basics of breastfeeding and why it can be beneficial to your child.
Sleep Schedules for Heading Back to School
Part of getting ready for heading back to school is reestablishing a good sleep routine. With the longer days of summer and more flexible schedules it’s very easy to...
The Growing Athlete
Learn what you can do to help your young athlete continue to play their sport of choice safely and successfully.
Ready to Launch – Prep Teens for College
Whether moving across town or across the country, launching your teen to college is a huge milestone in your parenting journey. In addition to lists of things to pack,...
How to Cope with Back-to-School Anxiety
Transitions can be hard, and children may experience anxiety when heading back to school after summer vacation. Anxiety is a part of being human. Managing and reducing...
No Bully Zone – Teaching Kids to Be Inclusive
Learning how to be a good friend is a life skill all kids can develop. Bullying is never OK. We’ve gathered some tips to help parents support their kids to hopefully...
Hydration Guide for Kids
Making sure your little ones stay hydrated is a year-round challenge, but it’s even more top-of-mind when it’s hot outside. Don’t let the heat keep you and your family...
Ear Infection or Swimmer’s Ear?
Summer in the South requires water to cool off from the humidity and heat. In addition to taking water safety seriously, when kids are in and out of the water...
What Parents Should Know About Facial Birth Defects
Sometimes as a baby develops during pregnancy things don’t go according to plan. Cleft lips and cleft palates are birth defects that sometimes happen. A cleft lip and...
