Monthly Archives: February 2009
Toddler Eating Habits: How Do They Grow?
Question from Melissa: So, my daughter (16 months) is not the best eater these days. I’ve read a million things on various websites about toodlers and eating, but I’d like to know what you think. This is the situation: she … Continue reading
Filed under Healthy Eating, Toddlers
Tugging on the Ears: Is it an Ear Infection?
Between 9 and 12 months of age, many parents bring their little one in to see me because they are worried about an ear infection. Their child has started tugging on, batting at, scratching, or generally messing with their ears. … Continue reading
Filed under Common Illnesses, Newborns and Infants, Toddlers
Rejoicing in Wrinkles: How to Pick a Pediatrician
As a relatively young female physician, I need to balance professionalism and personality. I try to be a young, hip, vibrant pediatrician that connects with parents and kids, while at the same time projecting an air of competence, authority, and … Continue reading
A Pediatrician's Insights on Child Health, Parenting and Doctoring Kids
Fresh or Frozen: Assisted Reproductive Technology Works Both Ways
I knew that one of my favorite families had two sons who were conceived through IVF but I hadn’t asked their mother the details. On a recent visit for the younger child’s checkup, I did. “Our first was fresh”, she … Continue reading →
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