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• Think Like Pinkalicious for a Chance to Win Free Giveaways!

  Did you know that eating too many pink cupcakes can give you pinkititis? It’s a very scary disease that can make you turn pink all over!!

• What questions do you have about vaccines?

  Last night, I went to my pediatrician’s office to learn more about vaccines. His office provides monthly educational sessions discussing various aspects of children’s health, and I must admit that I look forward to each and every one. Perhaps that is partially because I am a healthcare professional and I’m a little bit nerdy that way. But mostly it’s because I’m a mom, and each and every time I go I learn something new that helps me take better care of my daughter.

• Does Your Child Have Abdominal Migraines?

  Is your child complaining about stomach pain? One possible cause might surprise you: Abdominal migraines.

• Signs that your child may have a hearing loss

  Did you know that May is “Better Hearing & Speech” month? When I became an audiologist many years ago, it was considered a great success if a child with hearing loss had been fitted with hearing aids by 2 years of age. Awareness of audiology and better hearing has come a long way since then. Now, we routinely work with parents and infants with hearing loss who are 1-2 months old!

• 7 Tips to Keep Your Child Safe in the Summer Heat

  I have a love/hate relationship with our Florida summers. Is it paradise or punishment? I think that depends.

• Preparing for Baby's Arrival... Continued

  Earlier this week, we talked about several ways for new and expectant parents to become prepared for their new arrival. Here is some more helpful information that every parent should know:

• The 5-Second Rule

  How Much Germ Knowledge do YOU Have?

• ​​Concussions in Babies and Toddlers: What You Need To Know

  At some point, every kid bumps their head — sometimes harder than others. While most of these accidents are minor, all head injuries should be monitored for signs of a concussion, which could get worse without timely and appropriate care. 

• Does Your Baby’s Head Have a Flat Spot?

  If you’ve noticed what appears to be a flat spot on your baby’s head, the first thing you should do is take a deep breath and realize it’s probably temporary and no danger to your child’s health. Babies’ brains nearly double in size during the first year of life. Their skulls are designed to accommodate this, along with that passage through the narrow birth canal during delivery. But that malleability also makes it possible for head shape abnormalities like flat spots to develop. 

• Can't Find Baby Formula? Here Are Some Tips

  With the nationwide infant formula shortage, it’s stressful not knowing where your baby’s meals will come from. But don’t panic. There are options to find formula. Here’s what you can do.