Pediatrics

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The beginning of a new year is a great time to focus on physical activity for the entire family. Regular physical activity has many benefits for overall health. Exercise can…

Summertime Tips The sun is finally coming out and we should go outside! The warmer months are a wonderful opportunity to explore, play, and learn in the great outdoors. Here…

How do we know; How do we help? Most school-aged children have been exposed to bullying in some form. Bullying is a prevalent form of youth violence, common in school…

Warm weather is here, which means fun in the sun and opening up the doors and windows to get some fresh air…But that also means the outdoors get into our…

Ideas on Keeping your Family Safe Accidents are the leading cause of harm for children and adolescents, and many of those accidents are preventable. From harmful chemicals around the house…

For A Brighter Future As parents and caregivers, we want to give our children the best possible start to life. Research has shown that reading books to a child is…

Six Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay Fall 2021

DID YOU KNOW THAT TOOTH DECAY IS THE MOST COMMON CHRONIC DISEASE IN CHILDHOOD? Over half of third graders in Washington have at least one cavity. Children who experience tooth…

What Is Anxiety? Stress, worries, and fears are a normal part of our lives. But when these anxieties and fears take control, become excessive, and began to negatively affect our…

How to be kid-safe around windows and water. It’s summer, which means we get to hopefully plan some fun ways to enjoy the warm weather. But, even with the fun,…

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Some adolescent health talks are intimidating and parents are often unsure when to have these conversations. We recommend regularly having chats with your child about their medical, mental, and dental health so we can provide your family with any needed support.