Understanding Your Teen’s Medical Rights
When your child gets older, their medical care is different than when they are young. As they reach puberty and their teenage years, the need for privacy increases, and their health and medical needs are no exception. Many young adults and teenagers are not comfortable reaching out to their parents for help. Instead, they rely […]
Food For Thought: Children’s Books on Cooking
Reading recommendations from our own Dr. Alice Mar The next best thing to eating yummy food is reading about it. Here is a selection of books guaranteed to appeal to your imaginary tastebuds. For extra fun, pair the books with go along snacks or cooking adventures as a family. Bon appetite! Bee Bim Bop by […]
Sun Safety Tips for Kids
Skin cancer is the most preventable cancer there is today. It is also one of the fastest-growing cancers among adults, and it is rapidly increasing among children. The dangers of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation or UV light are well documented. Luckily, we can still enjoy time outdoors with the proper precautions. Keep reading to learn […]
Children’s Books to Celebrate National Poetry Month
Reading recommendations from own Dr. Alice Mar. April is National Poetry Month! It’s a great time to read poetry with kids. Maybe you have never been a poetry lover or your kids think poetry is boring. Give some of these books a try…they just might change your mind. Hailstones and Halibut Bones by Mary O’Neill A […]
Facts and Myths About Autism Spectrum Disorder
April is Autism Awareness Month. While awareness of autism is growing, many misconceptions still exist about the disorder and the individuals diagnosed with it. We’ve provided answers to commonly asked questions regarding autism, its symptoms, and its causes. What is autism? Autism is a neurological disorder that affects about 1 in 44 American children. Due […]
Books About Birds
Reading recommendations from our own Dr. Alice Mar One of the best parts about having kids is learning about the things they are interested in. One of my kids really loved birds when he was younger (so much so that he became a vegetarian at age 5 when he realized the Thanksgiving turkey was a […]
Sports Safety and Injury Prevention in Kids
Sports are a great way to introduce children to an active lifestyle, build camaraderie with their teammates, and expend extra energy. While there are numerous physical, social and emotional benefits to playing sports, it is vital to consider safety before, during, and after sports to prevent injury. Follow the safety tips below to ensure your […]
Books to Celebrate the Year of the Tiger
Reading recommendations from our own Dr. Alice Mar Happy New Year! Don’t worry, I’m not a month late…February ushered in the Lunar New Year in many Eastern countries. And in 2022 it also ushered in the Year of the Tiger. Enjoy these tiger themed books with your kids! It’s a Tiger by David LaRochelle This […]
Is Your Teen Dating Safely?
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. It is important to acknowledge that there are high rates of dating violence across the United States, and those numbers are only getting higher as the pandemic continues to take its toll. Dating violence impacts people of all ages and is especially common among both teens and young […]
Masking in Schools
January 23, 2022 Dear Parents, As doctors who have dedicated our careers to safeguarding the health and welfare of the children in our community, and especially as the physicians you have chosen to care for your children, we feel it imperative to share the following thoughts and information with you regarding masking in our schools. […]