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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 [...]

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, [...]