Our Monthly Calendar
Learn more about our upcoming events sponsored by Premier Pediatrics. When it comes to taking care of your child, there is so much that you can learn. At Premier Pediatrics, we celebrate growing families by providing the kind of care you and your child deserves.
My Child, My City
We are proud to care for families in the greatest city in the world. There’s raising kids—and then there’s raising kids in NYC. That’s why we created My Child, My City, a series of articles dedicated to helping families raise healthy children in the city we love. Our goal is to help you tap into all that New York has to offer so your kids can grow up resilient, curious, confident, and healthy—true New Yorkers.
Helping Kids Navigate Tough Moments in NYC
When you’re out and about in New York with kids, you never know what you’ll run into—an upsetting news story, a tense moment on the subway, or even a stranger’s outburst on the street. These moments can be confusing for children, and a little preparation can help parents handle them with confidence.
- Be honest and age-appropriate.
Use clear, simple language. For younger kids, tools like drawing, play, or pictures help them express feelings when words aren’t enough. Whatever the age, pause to check for understanding and let your child’s needs guide the conversation. - Share information in small steps.
For school-aged children, offer information in small, digestible pieces. Give them space to process before moving on, and don’t be afraid of silence—it can be part of their way of working through big feelings. - Start the conversation.
Don’t wait for your child to bring it up. Silence can feel like avoidance, and kids may misinterpret it as disinterest. By opening the door, you show that it’s safe to talk about hard things. - Validate emotions.
Encourage your child to share how they feel with open-ended questions. Reassure them that it’s normal to feel sad, nervous, or upset, and avoid telling them how they “should” feel. - Stay present and available.
Let them know the conversation doesn’t end after one talk—feelings and questions can come up later. Remind them that you’re there to listen and that you’re proud of them for being open.
These conversations aren’t always easy, but they build trust and resilience. If you’d like more support, don’t hesitate to reach out.
ADHD 360 Updates
Fall ADHD Wellness Visit – New Requirement
Starting this fall, all ADHD360 participants will need to schedule an ADHD Wellness Visit, in addition to their routine annual physical. These visits are designed to:
- Align with the start of the new school year
- Address academic and behavioral goals
- Review updated Vanderbilt assessments (parent, teacher, and self when applicable)
- Adjust treatment plans as needed
We recommend scheduling between mid-October and November.
Our timeline for these ADHD Wellness Visits is mid-October through November. These visits are especially important for children transitioning to middle school or high school, as new academic and social environments can heighten ADHD-related challenges—even when medication is already in place.
Please begin reaching out by texting us at 212-598-0331 to request an “ADHD Wellness” visit so we can ensure your child is scheduled during this important window.
Good Reads
10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-tech World is an empowering book that helps parents to work with adolescents to be more responsible consumers of technology. It lays out a clear argument about how the unregulated use of phones is fueling the mental health crisis among teens in this country. Then, in 10 practical action-oriented chapters, Dr. Twenge outlines how we can change the trajectory of this trend one family at a time.
Infant Nutrition Expert: Formula Q&A
With so many new formulas on the market—including European options and niche U.S. brands—we’d like to reintroduce Dr. Bridget Young, PhD, a nutritionist and trusted expert in infant formula.
We encourage parents considering formula to explore her website–babyformulaexpert.com. Her “happy hour” video offers a clear, thoughtful comparison of European and U.S. formulas that many families find helpful.
Office Closures
On Halloween, our office will be closing early so our team can enjoy the day with their families and little ones. We appreciate your understanding and wish you a safe and fun Halloween!
Aditi’s Kitchen
Black Bean Enchiladas
Black Bean EnchiladasIngredients
- 8 oz dried black beans
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp oil
- Shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese
- Enchilada sauce
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Garnish
- Scallions, chopped
- Sides/toppings
- Guacamole
- Rinse and soak your beans overnight. In the morning, discard most of water leaving about 1” of water above your beans.
- Add 1/2 tsp of salt to the water and cook in the instant pot for 30 minutes, natural release.
*(If stove stop cooking, combine soaked beans with 3-4 cups of water, salt, and slow cook for 1-2 hours until soft) - Once beans are cooked, heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds and chopped onions. Sauté 2-3 minutes or until onions are translucent and slightly browned.
- Add tomato paste and mix together 1-2 minutes
- Add taco seasoning and beans to the pan and mash with potato smasher into a creamy consistency. Set aside.
- Grease 9″ x 12” baking dish and add a few spoonfuls of enchilada sauce onto bottom.
- Once beans are cooled, spread evenly over tortillas. Roll up and place into baking dish. Do this until pan is full.
- Layer the rest of your enchilada sauce on top and sprinkle cheese mixture over everything.
- Bake, covered at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until cheese is completely melted and bubbling.
- Sprinkle scallions overtop and serve with guacamole. Enjoy!