SHARE Approximately one in ten children are diagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental condition which is a physical difference in the brain. Symptoms of this medical condition can interfere with your child’s activities in various situations including school, at home or with friends. But what do the symptoms look like? ADHD symptoms include […]
SHARE Now more than ever, you have many options to get your child medical care when and how you need it. Here are the many options available to you: In office visitsSchedule a routine office visit with your pediatrician at your CPCMG office for annual well child exams, management of ongoing conditions and more.How to
SHARE Flu season is around the corner. Influenza, the virus that causes the flu, is a respiratory virus that can seriously impact your child’s health. Common symptoms include a sudden onset of high fever, sore throat, fatigue, body aches, and cough. This is not your run of the mill common cold. Some children can develop
SHARE Breastfeeding is a wonderful way to nourish and bond with your baby. Not only is breastmilk the optimal nutrition for your baby, but it is also high in proteins that help develop the gastrointestinal tract, the immune system, and the brain. Breastmilk also has many antibodies that help fight respiratory and gastrointestinal infections. Human
by Annalisa Abjelina, MD, FAAP in Health News SHARE Share on FacebookShare on Twitter In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women. World Heart Day is celebrated annually on September 29, to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease. Here are four easy things to do to keep your family’s
SHARE With so many hardships and pressures going on this past year, getting rid of stress may seem impossible. But stress management isn’t about getting rid of stress but learning how you respond to the problem and deal with its symptoms. When you’re stressed, you may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, sad, or discouraged. When you’re experiencing
SHARE Even though your baby might not be able to talk or read, taking the time to read to them has incredible benefits. Here are the three B’s of reading to your newborn: It’s a chance to BOND with your baby.Reading to your newborn is a great opportunity for one-on-one time. Your baby will get
SHARE Schools are back in session and if your child is going to a classroom in person, they are likely working to establish new social networks and reconnect with friends. With so many changes, your child may not tell you if they are having any issues in school. Here are ten common signs your child
SHARE Eye exams are important at all ages and stages of life and at CPCMG, you can expect your child’s eyes to be checked at each well visit. Eye exams will uncover vision problems, detect potential eye diseases, and help your child enjoy life-long good vision. For babiesDid you know that when babies are born,
SHARE My pediatrician has recommended a frenotomy for my baby since we’ve had some breastfeeding challenges and my baby is underweight. How will a frenotomy help? Your baby may have a condition called ankyloglossia, more commonly known as tongue-tie. This condition happens when the frenulum (the thin piece of tissue that connects the tongue to
