Elmwood Pediatrics
Getting an infant or toddler to sleep through the night can be a difficult challenge, and it’s one of the lessons that can have the most impact on your child’s physical and mental health. If you’re having a tough time getting your child to sleep or you’re wondering if you’re implementing the right guidelines, … Continue reading
Nearly 45% of American adults consistently partake in the tradition of creating New Year’s Resolutions; ranging from health, careers, to relationships. However, that doesn’t mean kids should be left out of the tradition. Having your kids make New Year’s Resolutions can teach them self improvement and make them feel a part of the tradition their parents make, … Continue reading
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is an incredibly common disease that is actually a group of more than 100 viruses.
According to the CDC, about 79 million people in the United States currently are infected with HPV, and 14 million will become infected each year. … Continue reading
Head lice is every parent’s nightmare, and it causes most people to squirm.
School is back in session, which means the chance of your child getting head lice is even higher. But it’s important to remember that it’s not a serious disease or disorder, … Continue reading
Vaccines do not cause autism. Vaccines are safe and save lives. Vaccines should be given according to the recommended schedule approved by the CDC and AAP in order to best protect children and all of society. Please see the American Academy of Pediatrics’ … Continue reading
Parents get caught up with their child’s back-to-school checklist, and sometimes they forget they should go through their own checklist. Parents make sure of the following during the beginning of the school year: … Continue reading
You’re about to have a day with your kids at Lake Ontario Beach Park, so you go to get sunscreen. Walking down the sunscreen aisle in Wegmans can be a little overwhelming because of all the choices. How do you know which one is right for you and your child? … Continue reading
Summer is a time for children to enjoy the weather and play sports. Even though sports and other activities are important for children to be involved in, it’s also important to make sure your children are safe while playing. … Continue reading
Elmwood Pediatrics will begin offering fluoride varnish application to all infants and toddlers ages 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 2.5 years and 3 years old at the time of their well child check. Most insurance companies pay for this service. … Continue reading
With your busy schedule and active lifestyle, it can be difficult to pack healthy snacks for your children. While pre-packaged snacks are an easy choice, they are often loaded with processed ingredients that can be harmful for kids. Here are a few options for easy, … Continue reading
