Oct 18, 2010 | -, From the Doctor, Health
By Elizabeth C. Allen, MD Behavioral Pediatric Specialist Does my child have ADHD? How is it treated? And what can I do to help my child do his/her best? These are questions parents often ask. Children who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) typically...
Oct 17, 2010 | -, From the Doctor, Health, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies
By Cherrie Welch, M.D., M.P.H. Neonatologist and Pediatrician at Brenner Children’s Hospital One of a mother’s first decisions is “Should I breastfeed my new baby?” There are many opinions as to what choice a new mom should make. As a pediatrician...
Oct 17, 2010 | -, Children's Health & Wellness, Developmental Concerns, From the Doctor, Health
By Dr. Kurt Klinepeter, Brenner Children’s Hospital Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician Many parents worry at some point whether their child is developing normally and when they should be concerned about sitting up, walking, talking and interacting with others....
Oct 12, 2010 | -, Dental, From the Doctor, Health
By Mark H. Kaley, DDS, Kaley Orthodontics When I talk to parents both in and out of our office, three topics come up over and over again: thumb sucking, tooth spacing, and orthodontic timing. If you are like most, there was no need to consider such things until that...
Oct 3, 2010 | Children's Health & Wellness, From the Doctor, Health
By Dr. John Petty, Pediatric Surgeon for Brenner Children’s Hospital Surgery! Parents react to the news that their child will need an operation with a wide range of emotions, but let’s face it, no one is happy to hear the “S” word when it comes to...
