Lucky McMahon is a very determined 5-year-old. To see evidence of that determination, you don’t have to look much further than the child-sized climbing wall at the Decatur Memorial Hospital Sports Enhancement Center. The wooden wall, which can be adjusted…
Vaccines have been in the news a lot recently, as researchers race to create a new vaccine to protect against COVID-19. But it’s important to keep your child’s other vaccinations up-to-date, too. “August is National Immunization Month—a reminder to parents…
Starting a new school year in the midst of a worldwide pandemic has created a lot of uncertainty for kids and parents. “It’s not surprising that so many families are feeling stressed as the school year approaches,” said Jonathan Ponser,…
Masks are one of the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But as any parent knows, it can be a challenge to get young children to leave on things they don’t want to wear—whether it’s mittens, socks or…
Teen obesity is becoming an epidemic. In the past 25 years, the number of teenagers who are considered overweight or obese has tripled. Dr. Ashish K. John, a pediatrician with Memorial Physician Services’ Koke Mill, said this can largely be…
Have you started negotiating with your toddler yet? Or stood there in public as your child throws a temper tantrum on the floor? You aren’t alone. “Navigating and learning how to provide discipline from toddlerhood through the teenage years is one of…
As we face COVID-19, the new coronavirus, and changes occur in our daily life, your children will likely have a lot of questions. It is important to be open and honest with them. “Parents should make sure they are informed…
You wash your hands frequently to avoid getting sick, especially as influenza season nears its height. But are you washing them long enough? That quick wash of a few seconds with soap and water may not help as much as…
It’s the middle of the night and your child, who had been sleeping soundly in his own bed, has found his way to your bedroom. You allow him to climb in bed with you for some comforting and, more often…
If you spend time online, you’ve seen the stories. Moms asked to cover up or stop breastfeeding in public as to not offend people around them. While health experts and most of society agree “breast is best” when it comes…