Fall Activities for the Whole Family

Fall Activities for the Whole Family

October is usually an amazing month for our region, with cooler temperatures, lots of football to enjoy and of course everything the Halloween season brings leading up to trick-or-treat fun. Get your little ones in a joyful pumpkin mood with our list...
Safely Leaving Your Child Home Alone

Safely Leaving Your Child Home Alone

Success lies in talking it through, creating a plan, and adapting to change. You and your spouse work. Your kids are older now and no longer qualify for after-school care options available in the community. What now? It may be time to let your child stay home...
Top 5 Things When Selecting Your Pediatrician

Top 5 Things When Selecting Your Pediatrician

Choosing an experienced pediatrician can be one of the most important things you do for your child. From active little bodies to those on the verge of adulthood, the skilled team of physicians at Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health is here to provide exceptional...
Common Cold 101

Common Cold 101

Colds are caused by viruses, so there generally are no antibiotic treatments needed. Sometimes, a secondary infection such as an ear infection develops, but usually the illness runs its course in one to two weeks. Any associated fever is typically in the beginning and...
4 Ways to Help Your Child Mask Up

4 Ways to Help Your Child Mask Up

Keeping your child healthy during our recent surge of RSV and COVID-19 may include having them wear a mask in public places. Children may be uncomfortable with masks at first, so it’s important to start helping your child get used to them. Here are some ways you can...