Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar of our sister practice, Farrell Pediatrics March is the beginning of spring which means bunnies and flowers and cute baby animals. And of course, it is also one of the best holidays of...
Spring is the perfect time to STEP UP your fitness routine. It’s time to move those feet! First, you’ll need to purchase pedometers so you can track your progress, have fun adding to your step numbers, and celebrate your...
It’s time to get stepping! Join Farrell and South Riding Pediatrics in our annual step challenge from April 1-30. The top three children or adolescent finishes will receive $50 towards their favorite athletic brand or store! Anyone who...
February is a short month full of what feels like long cold days. Nothing is better on one of those endless winter days than a cozy mystery. Kids like mysteries and puzzles as much as adults. Here are some...
Punxsutawney Phil may may have predicted an early spring, but rest assured we have plenty of winter weather left in the season. Here are some helpful tips on how to keep your family healthy during the cold weather months:...
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar of our sister practice, Farrell Pediatrics January is an exciting month in the world of children’s literature. Mid-January the top awards in children’s literature are announced. These awards include the Caldecott award (for...
January is a great time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. While it’s easy to make (and let’s be honest, break) resolutions for yourself, it’s a good idea to put some thought...
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar of our sister practice, Farrell Pediatrics If your kids are like most kids, they love snow. Since we haven’t seen much of the white stuff yet this winter in Virginia, here are some...
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar of Farrell Pediatrics Reading to kids is one of the best things you can do as a parent. Reading helps with language development, boosts vocabulary, and builds early literacy skills. Plus, it’s fun!...
With cold weather comes comfort food. As the temperature drops, healthy eating can be an increasing challenge. We’ve put together some tips for how to help keep your children’s nutrition on track this winter: Avoid the Obstacles Food...