SIX TIPS TO HELP KIDS DEAL WITH STRESS
In today’s busy world, it’s easy for anyone – even kids – to feel overwhelmed. For kids, maybe they are worried about homework and grades, or maybe they are being
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for Your Baby
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! In addition to setting up a nursery, baby-proofing your home, picking out the perfect name, getting ready for a baby shower or two and setting up your
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FINDING TIME TO EXERCISE
“I am so busy keeping track of an active three-year-old! How can I find time in my schedule for some exercise?” It’s true that you need to keep a close
Continue ReadingRESOLUTIONS FOR THE YEAR ROUND!
We all go through the steps, now that the year is over, and a new year begins. We reflect back on how quickly the time has gone by and what
Continue ReadingHELP YOUR KIDS SAY NO WAY TO TOBACCO TODAY!
The reality is that 5.6 million U.S. kids alive today will ultimately die from smoking. Currently in California, 5.4% of high schoolers smoke traditional cigarettes and 17.5% use e-cigarettes. What’s
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STREP THROAT
My kindergartner is complaining of a sore throat. How can I tell if they have strep throat? Every fall, school kids come into my office with strep throat or strep
Continue ReadingHealthy Snacking Tips
& 7 Healthy Snack Ideas
The back to school season is here and it’s time to start thinking about packing lunch boxes again. Snacking can sometimes get a bad rap, but nutrient-dense snacks are the
Continue ReadingTODAY’S TEENS ARE STRESSED OUT…
Here’s Some Advice…for Parents
Dr. Anna Mendenhall from our Encinitas pediatric office shares her perspective on how our teens are coping in the face of unrealistic expectations from parents…in addition to growing up, learning new
Continue ReadingAre You Registered to Vote?
Let Your Voice Be Heard!
Three short months from now voters across the country will head to the polls for the midterm elections, casting their votes on numerous important issues and proposals on the ballot.
Continue ReadingReady to go back to school?
Every school year parents and kids alike look forward to summer. However, it seems like just a few weeks in to summer we are already talking about going back to
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