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Similac Recalls Infant Formula
9/24/10 Yesterday, as some of our patients are aware, Similac recalled some lots of infant formula. This occurred because an infestation of small beetles was found at one of their plants, and insect parts were detected in some of their powdered formula. According to Abbott Nutrition, who makes Similac, the “Ready to Feed” liquid was [...]
Does my baby weigh too much?
OVERWEIGHT: PREVENTION IN INFANTS DEFINITION An overweight baby is one with a weight gain far out of proportion to height gain. An overweight baby looks fat. Such- a baby is not necessarily a healthy one. The infants who continue to be overweight as children and adults usually have parents, siblings, or grandparents who are [...]
RECALL of Children’s Tylenol and Motrin
Many our patients have read the recent news that McNeil, the makers of Tylenol and Motrin, have temporarily recalled their product. For full info on the recall see this link: http://www.mcneilproductrecall.com/ If your child has had recalled medicine, don’t panic! The medicines were recalled because some had a “moldy smell” , also because there [...]
Ask The Doctor – Sir Cough A Lot!
Question When do I need to call the doctors about a cough? Answer This is one of our most asked questions. Coughs can be caused by many reasons but usually not serious ones. The most common cause of cough is the common cold brought on by the Rhinoviurs. This nasty virus can cause nasal congestion, [...]
Ask The Doctor – Kids on a Plane!
Question I was wondering. Every time my kids go on an airplane, they wind up sick for vacation. Since the air on planes is just recycled, I assume they pick up the germs that way. Is there anything I can do to prevent this…mega doses of Vitamin-C or Echinacea before the trip? Do you have [...]
Talking To Your Children About Death
People who accept the inevitable end of physical life can enjoy and respect life here and now. Death is a great teacher, but talking about death is difficult. The Importance of Listening Listening, and being available to listen, is one of the best ways we can help friends whose loved ones die. Many bereaved people, [...]
Does Your Child Have A Stuttering Problem
The Problem Many children repeat words and phrases or mispronounce words as they learn to talk. Most of these difficulties are normal and disappear with time, although they are naturally of concern to parents. When children are learning to speak, between 18 months and 5 years of age, they normally repeat words and phrases. This [...]
Coping with the Early Riser
The Problem Some young children awaken before their parents do, usually between 5 and 6 am. These 1 to 4 year old children are well-rested and raring to go. They are excited about the new day and want to share it with others. they call out from the crib or come out of the bedroom [...]
Toilet Training
Toileting is a developmental skill that must be learned. Some children take to it swiftly, others take a little more guidance. The time to master this skill does not correlate in any way with successes in other areas of development. Most toddlers take several weeks to master daytime toileting, and most have occasional relapses. The [...]
