Pediatric Hypertension: High Blood Pressure Can Happen Earlier Than You Think
Blood pressure refers to the force applied to the walls of your arteries as blood flows through your body. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition where this pressure is higher than usual and poses a potential health risk. While many believe this condition is restricted to adults, it is also known to appear […]
RSV In Children: Not Just a Cold
Before they become two years old, almost all kids contract RSV at least once. RSV is as expected in healthy kids as a cold. But RSV can cause serious illness in particular kids. Respiratory infections are one of the many viruses that cause respiratory illnesses—nose, throat, and lung ailments. Typically, this virus strikes between late […]
Why Boredom Can Be Good for Your Child
When you think about how wide and wonderful the world is, it can be difficult to believe that such a thing as boredom exists. When we arrive fresh from the womb, we’re endlessly fascinated with everything around us. As we get older, our perception changes and things we once found fascinating may instead be considered […]
What Can You Do If Your Baby Is Constipated?
Constipation happens when your baby’s stools are hard and dry. Constipation can make it difficult for your child to have bowel movements. And in some cases, constipation can be painful. Constipation is common when babies are switching from milk to solid food. Many parents believe switching from breast milk to solid food will prevent constipation, […]
Help Kids Eat Healthier, Even If They Don’t Like Vegetables
Although everyone knows the health benefits of vegetables, only some people consume the recommended three portions (cups) daily. According to the CDC, less than 10% of people consume the recommended servings daily. Even though there is much debate surrounding nutrition, almost everyone believes that increasing your intake of vegetables can benefit your health and well-being. […]
Effective Holistic Ways to Protect Your Children in this Cold and Flu Season
No parent enjoys seeing their child suffer from symptoms of the cold or flu. We all wish that there was a way to protect them from these illnesses or at least cure them quickly. While traditional care remains an important part of remaining healthy, natural remedies, do have a place. There are ways to boost […]
Is Getting An In-Home Nurse For Your Disabled Child Right For You?
Even though it’s not the most straightforward job, parenting is unquestionably rewarding. The majority of our time as parents is devoted to attempting to look after our kids. Parents perform various everyday tasks, including feeding and bathing their children, dropping them off at school and picking them up, and assisting with their homework. Parents are […]
Trauma-Informed Pediatric Care And How It Protects Your Children
Throughout our lives, most of us will be subjected to events that are potentially traumatizing. When these events occur during our youth, they can leave deep and lasting emotional scars. It’s essential that children who have experienced traumatic events have a support system that knows how to help. Advanced Pediatrics of Rockland helps attend to […]
Pediatric Epilepsy: How It Can Be Treated For Better Quality Of Life
Despite the risk of seizures in epilepsy, children are more worried about how their peers will view them when diagnosed with epilepsy. Most children are afraid they’ll be bullied, and many families struggle to afford their child’s medication. However, there are ways to improve your child’s quality of life, even with a difficult diagnosis such […]
How To Recognize Signs Of Childhood Leukemia
The symptoms of childhood leukemia can sometimes look like the symptoms of other illnesses. If you notice any symptoms in your child, it’s vital to have them tested, regardless of whether they’re diagnosed with leukemia. If your child is diagnosed with leukemia, seeing a doctor is vital to their treatment. How to Recognize Signs of […]
