Our Plano pediatricians know that informed parents are more effective caregivers. As your partners in healthcare, we want you to have all the helpful information you need. For this reason, we have created a blog to supplement the other online resources our pediatric office recommends.
We tailor our blog to issues that we believe are important to parents. Some of the topics we cover include:
Remember that our blog is only intended to supplement your understanding of your child’s health. Children are unique and our pediatric office believes that tailoring healthcare to fit their individual needs means improving the health of the entire Plano community. Never hesitate to contact our pediatric office with specific concerns about your child’s physical, mental or emotional healthcare needs.
Take advantage of our blog and learn more about your child’s healthcare. Contact us to schedule an appointment with one of our board certified pediatricians.
What parents need to know about COVID-19 vaccines for teens
Our Plano pediatricians want parents to know there are approved COVID-19 vaccines for eligible teens. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the Pfizer vaccine for teens who are 16 and older. Currently, Pfizer is the only vaccine available for patients under age 18. However, drug manufacturers have started trials for children 12 and up,
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Heads up! What you should know about your baby’s head shape and flat head syndrome
In magazines and movies, every newborn has a perfectly shaped head, but your baby’s head shape may look a bit different. If your infant’s head is cone-shaped or uneven, there is an explanation. Many babies have conical shaped skulls after pushing their way through the birth canal.
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How to swaddle your infant for safe and comfortable sleep
Chances are you learned how to swaddle your infant for safe sleep in a childbirth class or at the hospital. Swaddling your baby helps them feel comfortable, secure and soothed during sleep. A well-done wrap helps to calm a colicky baby and reduces the startle reflex that wakes infants at times.
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PSOP helping kids in Honduras
PSOP kids show their support for the impoverished children in El Progreso, Yoro, Honduras. The office helped sponsor a fundraiser to aid with expenses at an orphanage and nutrition center. The aid is desperately needed after recent hurricanes severely damaged the orphanage.
The staff bought T-shirts and participated in a virtual run as a show of support.
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Everything you need to know about swimmer’s ear in children
You’ve likely experienced it in your lifetime. Your pool-loving children might have it right now. We all know what it feels like, but just what is swimmer’s ear in children? This is a common and treatable condition, particularly if it’s caught early. Our Plano pediatricians explain what you need to know about this unfortunate side effect of pure summer fun.
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Answering an important question – How often a child should poop
Our Plano pediatricians are your child’s medical partners from birth through the teen years, so it’s our job to support parents in keeping kids healthy each step of the way. Parents who keep track of how often their child goes to the bathroom can spot problems before they become more serious.
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Let our team help you find summer activities for kids during COVID-19
As parents ourselves, we know how difficult distance learning has been for families. Navigating all the apps, Zoom calls and screen time is a job itself. However, it has provided some structure to our children’s days. Now that school is winding down, moms and dads everywhere are scrambling to find summer activities for kids during COVID-19.
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Our doctors explain how to talk to your kids about COVID-19
You, like most parents around the world, are likely wondering how to talk to your kids about COVID-19. Our Plano pediatricians know how overwhelming this time is for moms and dads everywhere. Across the globe, parents are trying their best to work from home,
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Our pediatricians are now offering telemedicine and virtual appointments
Fear and uncertainty are spreading as quickly as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). As a parent, you want to keep your child safe and healthy. As Plano pediatricians, we share this goal, which is why we’re now offering telemedicine. These virtual options include appointments for everyday concerns and remote screening for COVID-19.
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Now offering remote COVID-19 screening for kids
Is it a cold, the flu or something more concerning? As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread throughout the United States, our team at Pediatric Specialist of Plano is taking steps to protect our patients and our staff. Remote COVID-19 screening for children, in coordination with Children’s Health℠ Virtual Care,
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