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In young children, viruses like the common cold are the number one trigger for wheezing. In this...Full Answer -
Antihistamines are used to treat allergies, so antihistamines can help control asthma triggered by...Full Answer
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Not all fevers need to be treated. In this video, I will explain how to know when to give your child...Full Answer
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Asthma is a chronic disease, characterized by inflammation of the airways. In this video, I will...Full Answer
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Asthma is hereditary: If parents have asthma, their children are more likely to suffer from asthma....Full Answer
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Eczema is a defect in the top layer of the skin that makes it hard for the skin to hold onto moisture....Full Answer
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If your child is involved in a contact sport, then there is a greater chance of them having a second...Full Answer
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Many things can make asthma worse, but it often depends on what a child's triggers. In this video,...Full Answer
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Acetaminophen is a safe medication when used appropriately to lower fever and ease pain in children....Full Answer
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Seasonal allergies are usually diagnosed because kids start showing symptoms every year around the...Full Answer
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In order to diagnose the specific triggers of asthma and do lung function testing, it's a good idea...Full Answer
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Infants usually sleep between 12 to 14 hours in a 24 hour period. However, in this video, I will...Full Answer
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Hydration is key in treating diarrhea in children. In this video, I will explain that as long as...Full Answer
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There is no "safe" amount of sun exposure, as the sun can harm the skin any time. However, in this...Full Answer
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It's best to try to prevent sunburn, but sometimes kids will get burned anyway. In this video Tanya...Full Answer
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If your child has severe allergies, it may be a good idea to keep an epinephrine injector like an...Full Answer
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Seasonal allergies vary across the country says Tanya Altmann, MD, pediatrician. In this video she...Full Answer
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Ideally, kids should have sunscreen on any time they're exposed to the sun for any period of time....Full Answer
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Epinephrine injectors like EpiPens will typically last for about a year, says Tanya Altmann, MD,...Full Answer
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Epinephrine injectors like EpiPens are not difficult to use, but it does take a little training,...Full Answer
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It's important to protect your child's eyes from the sun because even your eyes can get sunburned. In...Full Answer
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If a child is allergic to a pet, the recommendation is usually to get rid of the pet. However, in...Full Answer
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Allergy tests are fairly accurate and can be helpful in identifying specific triggers. In this video,...Full Answer
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If your child has severe environmental allergens, allergy shots may be a good option for preventing...Full Answer
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Your pediatrician may recommend that your child see a specialist for ear tubes if she has had the...Full Answer
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There are certain things we do at every physical whether your child is 3 or 13 such as vital signs like blood pressure. Check vision and hearing. Look at their...Full Answer
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"Children have very sensitive skin and can burn easily if exposed to the sun. Even little ones with darker...Full Answer
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After the procedure, a thin piece of gauze is left covering the incision site. The gauze may stay in place...Full Answer
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Try over-the-counter lice shampoo applied to a dry scalp and hair and leave on for as long as rec...Full Answer
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In general, it’s a good idea to see your pediatrician within 2 days of leaving the hospital. In decades past, longer...Full Answer
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Your baby can’t tell you that he’s not feeling well, but he will show you by changing his normal...Full Answer
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Rectal temperatures are the most accurate and preferred method in newborns. Although the idea may...Full Answer
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Getting rid of a yeast infection requires a special cream to clear it up. I find that using a pre...Full Answer
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If the nasal congestion does interfere with your baby’s ability to eat or sleep, touch base with your...Full Answer
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It’s actually best if you don’t. Your infant or toddler does not need juice. Although 100% fruit...Full Answer
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The American Academy of Pediatrics and most pediatricians recommend starting solids around 6 months...Full Answer
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued guidance on identifying attention deficit hyperactivity...Full Answer
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So for how long is expressed breast milk good? Just remember what I call the rule of 4s. Freshly expressed...Full Answer
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Breast pumps are manual or electric, but if you plan to pump frequently, you may want to invest in an elect...Full Answer
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There’s no question that breast milk is the best nutrition for your baby, but it does not contain enough vitamin D. ...Full Answer
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Improper latch-on can cause pain and really interfere with breastfeeding. Here is a walk-through on proper...Full Answer
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While you don’t have to quit caffeine cold turkey, it’s worth pointing out that while caffeine may perk you up, it also may...Full Answer
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Even if you become ill, you should absolutely continue to breast feed. Your breast milk can actually help protect your infant from...Full Answer
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To increase milk supply...
• stay hydrated (keep a water bottle within reach while nursing)
• eat a...Full Answer -
You may be surprised to know that occasional moderate alcohol consumption is actually OK (the American Acad...Full Answer
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There is no safe amount of unprotected sun exposure, due to risk of skin cancer. It's best to avoid the sun as much as possible, especially during...Full Answer
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The diaper cream you choose will depend on the type of diaper rash your baby has. In the first week of...Full Answer
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Milk plays an important role in providing kids with nutrition needed for proper growth and development. Milk contains nine essential...Full Answer
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Milk plays an important role in providing kids with nutrition. Milk contains nine essential nutrients...Full Answer
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For children truly allergic to cow's milk or for vegan families, almond milk can be used as a milk substitute. ...Full Answer