COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Pediatric Population
May 11, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval for emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in younger teens, aged 12-15.
Tips for Returning to School Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Apr 30, 2021
After more than a year of doing “Zoom School,” many children are returning to the classroom for the first time. Parents and kids alike are justified in wondering, “Is this safe?” Unfortunately, it’s not a clear-cut answer. Risk really depends on an...
Addressing Pediatric Feeding Issues with Feeding Therapy
Sep 15, 2020
More than 2.3 million American children under the age of five suffer from pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), which is defined as “impaired oral intake that is not age-appropriate and is associated with medical, nutritional, feeding skill, and/or...
All About Post-Partum Depression
Aug 11, 2020
You’ve just welcomed your new bundle of joy into the world. It should be a blissful time, right? Unfortunately, not every pregnancy and post-birthing experience is a positive one. The subsequent weeks and months may be filled with sadness, anxiety,...
Using Virtual Reality to Relieve Pediatric Pain and Anxiety
May 3, 2019
The hospital can be a scary place, especially for children. Whether it’s routine lab work to help manage a chronic illness, stitches, or something as simple as a flu shot, kids would rather be anywhere but the hospital.