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• posted: Sep. 01, 2016
• Bedwetting

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: Aug. 01, 2016
• 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: Jul. 15, 2016
• Allergy

Children are notorious for getting sick frequently, and as parents this is often hard to handle. However, there is a chance that you have mistaken your child’s undiagnosed allergy as Read More

• posted: Jul. 05, 2016
• Infant Jaundice

Jaundice is a common condition in newborns, caused by excess yellow pigment in the blood called bilirubin, which is produced by the normal breakdown of red blood cells. When bilirubin Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2016
• 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: May 10, 2016
• Sun

What to do for your child this summer Children love the summer. It’s a great time for children to go out and play in the sun, but they need to be Read More

• posted: May 03, 2016

Generally, a fever is brought on by an infection from a virus or bacterial infection. While many times a parent’s first instinct is to worry when their child has a Read More

• posted: Mar. 31, 2016
• 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: Mar. 03, 2016
• Pediatrician

The health of your little one is so important and it’s important that your pediatrician understands this, too! The moment your child is born everything changes. Now all of your time Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2016
• 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: Feb. 03, 2016
• ear infecction

Nearly all children will experience an ear infection at some point. An estimated 80 to 90 percent of children have at least one ear infection by the age of three. Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2016
• Childhood Asthma

A common condition seen in kids and teens, asthma is a lung condition that causes trouble breathing and shortness of breath.  During an attack, the bronchial airways become inflamed and Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2015
• Teen Health

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: Dec. 01, 2015
• Crib

A new baby needs a lot of things. From bottles and car seats to high chairs and baby monitors, an expectant parent has a lot of decisions and purchases to Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2015
• Sport's Injuries

Find out the most common sports injuries and when to see your Gaithersburg pediatrician.   When it comes to playing sports the areas most prone to injuries are the head, finger, knees, Read More

• posted: Oct. 30, 2015
• Tonsillitis

The tonsils are oval-shaped, pink masses of tissue on both sides of the throat. They are part of the body's immune system, designed to fight off bacteria and viruses that Read More