Mission Pediatrics – Safety Seconds – College
Has your child just graduated high school or is looking to go to college? Change can be hard and very stressful.
Mission Pediatrics – Safety Seconds – Batteries
Have you heard about button batteries? Lots of toys come with little batteries in them. These can be very dangerous if swallowed. Batteries can cause burns, vocal cord paralysis, pneumonia and even death
Mission Pediatrics – Safety Seconds – Poisoning
Have you heard about the dangers of e-cigarettes, opiates, household cleaners or detergents? Poisoning injuries can happen to anyone. However, there are a few things you can do to help keep your home safe.
Stopping Ticks
DEET, showers, and tick checks can stop ticks. Reduce your chances of getting a tickborne disease by using repellents, checking for ticks, and showering after being outdoors. If you have a tick bite followed by a fever or rash, seek medical attention. Gardening, camping, hiking, and playing outdoors – when enjoying these activities, don’t forget to…
Asthma
Asthma is a condition that affects a persons breathing. What causes asthma? Asthma can run in families.
Pee and poop in newborns
How many wet diapers should a newborn have?
Usually 5-7 wet diapers a day and 3-4 poop diapers.
Most babies will pee or poop after feeding. If they don’t, not to worry. Some babies can go a few days without pooping and this can still be normal.
Newborn Weight Loss
Is it normal for a newborn to lose weight after they are born?
Yes, during the first week of life a baby can lose up to 10% of their weight.
Usually this is nothing to worry about.
Safe In The Sun – Sunscreen
Do you love being outside in the sun? It feels great to be outside but we want you to be safe. With all the sunscreen out there, how do you know how to choose the right one for your children?
Food Allergies
Having food allergies is not fun and can be very frustrating for children and parents. What are food allergies? Food allergies are when a child eats a food that makes them sick, usually every time. How do you know if your child might have a food allergy? Swelling to lips, tongue and mouth Vomiting or…