• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Hearing Loss

It may seem like your teenager is ignoring you, but in reality, they may be having trouble hearing you.  More and more we see kids listening to their MP3 players Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• eating habits

Sometimes a sit-down meal seems impossible at times for busy families.  Making sure that a meal is healthy feels like an even bigger challenge.  With a little organization, you can Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Sore Throats

In infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, the most frequent cause of sore throats is a viral infection.  No specific medicine is required when a virus is responsible, and the child should Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Child Care

Generally, a fever is brought on by an infection from a virus or bacterial infection. While many times a parent’s first instinct is to worry when their child has a Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Appendicitis

Truth is, anyone with an appendix can get appendicitis—even our children.  Appendicitis is a painful inflammation of the hollow finger-shaped organ attached to the end of the large intestine.  If Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Healthy Eating

Too often, children fall into unhealthy routines when it comes to eating.  These habits can jeopardize their long-term overall health, potentially leading to serious complications later in life. In fact, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Vision

As a parent, you may rely on the results of a school vision screening, or the fact that your child doesn’t report any symptoms, as an indication he or she Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Food Allergies

Especially during the younger years, adequate food and nutrition is vital for a child’s growth and development. But for some children, a snack or meal as simple as a peanut Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Common Cold,  Sick Children

Does My Child Have a Cold? Colds may be common, but that does not mean caring for your child’s cold is easy.  To help your little one feel better, Nimisha Shukla, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Diaper Rash

A baby’s soft, smooth skin is delicate, making it susceptible to diaper rash, a common and mild irritation of the skin that causes redness in the area where the diaper Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Childhood Obesity

More and more, childhood obesity is becoming prevalent in the U.S.  According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, over the past two decades it has doubled in children and tripled Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017

As the skin cancer rate continues to rise, many of us can’t help but wonder why people continue to expose themselves to harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. A tan, whether it’s Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Washing Hand,  Proper hygiene

One of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of illnesses is through proper hand washing.  Young children in particular need to be reminded to wash their hands, which Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Baby Proofing,  Baby Proof,  Baby Home

When your little one turns into baby-on-the-go, it's time to start baby proofing your home. While you cannot create an environment that is 100% safe, you can take the best Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Whooping Cough

Symptoms of Whooping Cough When our child is sick, it can take a toll on not only them, put you as a parent.  Your pediatrician in Edison is available to help Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Sick child,  Meningitis

It isn’t easy to spot the symptoms of meningitis, as many people confuse the early signs and symptoms with the flu.  Meningitis signs and symptoms may develop over several hours Read More