• posted: Sep. 12, 2017

A child’s job is to explore every nook and cranny of his or her world, but that can often lead way to injury. From split lips to skinned knees, scrapes Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017

As children grow into adolescents, their bodies require more nutrients to grow healthy and strong.  But as many parents know, for those teens with busy school schedules, sports practices and Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Germs,  Prevention

Kids pick up germs all day, every day.  Whether they are sharing toys, playing at day care or sitting in the classroom, whenever children are together, they are at risk Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Kids and Pets

Raising your children with pets provides a great opportunity for learning, nurturing, and building healthy relationship skills that will benefit your children for the rest of their lives. With help Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Bed wetting

Bedwetting is a common childhood problem. Many children who master toilet training during the day, usually between the ages of two and four, continue to experience episodes of bedwetting through Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Infant Sleeping Safety,  SIDS

Your child’s safety is your responsibility, even when your baby is sleeping.  Nimisha Shukla, MD, your pediatrician in Edison, is available to provide you with helpful tips to keep your 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
• Children,  Poisons

Young children explore the world by putting things in their mouth.  For this reason, more than one million children under the age of six are victims of accidental poisoning each Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017

 After a long and difficult winter for many Americans, the spring season couldn't get here fast enough! Unfortunately, with the warming air and beautiful green comes an increase in seasonal Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Sun Safety

Too many parents wrongly assume that the sun is only dangerous when it’s shining brightly. The fact is, the sun’s rays are dangerous no matter what time of the year, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Child Safety,  Playpen Safety,  Playpen,  Kid Safety

When you are not able to watch your child closely, many moms or dads will place their child in a playpen.  While you might think this is a safe place Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Potty Training

Saying goodbye to diapers is one of the milestones that parents look forward to the most.  Kids are also generally excited about wearing “big kid underwear,” as well.  Typically, most Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Eczema

It’s normal for a child to get a rash at one time or another. But one common type of rash known as eczema can be especially troubling.  Eczema refers to Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Baby Food

Giving your baby his first spoonful of solid foods is an exciting time!  Many parents look forward to the day their little one takes their first bite of rice cereal, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Baby Nail Care

When it comes to caring for your baby, nail care is often overlooked.  In the first few months of life, you may not be too worried about caring for your Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2017
• Vaccinations. Child Care

Despite all of the research supporting the effectiveness of immunizations, many parents still question the safety of vaccines for their little ones.  Will they protect my infant from serious disease? Read More