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7 Must Knows for a New Parent! What is croup? Croup is a general name for inflammation for the upper airways, specifically in the area around the vocal chords. If croup is severe there can be swelling around your trachea (windpipe) as well. Croup is caused by a variety of common viral illnesses. This article [...]

Why is it important for my child to eat foods with iron? Iron deficiency can occur in toddlers who are picky eaters and drink too much milk and don’t eat enough iron rich foods.  Toddlers ages one to three need 7 mg of iron per day. The most easily absorbed iron is called heme iron [...]

What is the “Stomach Bug”? Gastroenteritis is a stomach infection that can cause diarrhea and vomiting. It is usually caused by a virus in the intestinal tract. Viruses get into the intestinal tract by putting dirty hands, toys or other objects near or in the mouth. There is more cause for concern in babies and [...]

Asthma is caused by inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. Read on to learn more about diagnosing and treating asthma and wheezing.

A recent study from the University of Colorado found a connection between the use of compartmentalized plates with pictures of fruits and vegetables and the amount of fruits and vegetables consumed by preschoolers. In this study, food was served family style, and kids used compartmentalized plates with pictures of different food groups. Compared to a [...]

Families have been aware of the importance of sufficient vitamin D consumption in developing healthy bones for years. Vitamin D is important for bone and muscle health.

With the rise of e-cig use in the pre-adolescent/adolescents, we must learn the lingo around vaping to have a meaningful conversation with our kids.