Treating 5 Common Childhood Skin Conditions
Kids have extremely sensitive skin, so finding a dry patch, pinkish blotch, or bump on your child is more common than uncommon. It’s rarely a reason for panic and often can be traced back to simple, everyday skin irritants. If your child is experiencing some light pinkish-red, itchy skin irritation without any additional symptoms (fever, […]
Is Your Teen Being Cyberbullied?
Students are back in class and many districts are now back to in-person learning after more than a year of online instruction. As we start fresh, it’s important to be mindful of what teens experienced last year from a social-emotional development perspective. Studies now show there was a drastic increase of cyberbullying cases in 2020 […]
Oh, Baby! The First Weeks Home with Your Newborn
Welcoming a newborn baby is both joyful and exhausting. Despite what all the books will tell you, there is truly no way to fully prepare for the arrival of a newborn baby. Each little life is special and different. Some babies cry seemingly all day and night, while other newborns sleep well from the start. Some […]
The 3 Most Common Mental Health Diagnoses in Teenagers
Adolescence can be a challenging developmental time for the whole family. Your child’s teen years are overflowing with change. They’re dealing with physiological changes, neurological changes, social-emotional development, and yes, lots and lots of hormones. The onset of rapid developmental change in your teen can be linked to a range of health impacts, from shifts in […]
Preparing Children for the “Post-Pandemic” School Year
As we approach the tailend of summer break, parents can anticipate their kids asking questions about the 2021-2022 school year. 2020 introduced children to a drastically different learning environment as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. Some school districts chose to stay entirely remote while others went with a hybrid in-person model. If there’s one thing […]
7 Ways to Naturally Soothe Summer Rashes, Bug Bites & Stings
Nothing brings a fun summer outing to a screeching (and crying) stop like a young child with a bee sting or case of poison ivy. Unfortunately, rashes, bug bites, and stings go with summer time like BBQ’s and boating. If your child or teen is known to be moderately or severely allergic to any of […]
Your Guide to Thrive Pediatrics Telehealth Visits
At Thrive Pediatrics, we understand your continued need for pediatric health care for your child in current circumstances. That’s why we offer telehealth visits to our patients to get quality health care right from the comfort of their homes. You can schedule a virtual appointment online and easily connect with one of our experienced Thrive Pediatrics providers. Telehealth […]
Baby Talk That Boosts Brainpower: Tips from a Pediatrician
Have you ever tried chatting up a newborn? I know they’re not much for conversation, but there’s a good reason to talk it up (even if the convo is a bit one-sided). Talking to your baby early and can really boost their brainpower. There are so many benefits of talking frequently to babies from a […]
Recognizing Signs of Anxiety in Toddlers
Anxiety is not reserved exclusively for parents. Toddlers can feel stressed out too, but toddler anxiety is often misinterpreted as something else. You might think your little one is just tired or has a belly ache, but it’s possible stress is the cause of those symptoms. So it’s important to recognize when your child is […]
Mineral Vs. Chemical Sunscreens: Here’s What You Should Know
Happy July, Thrive Pediatrics families! The summer months will soon be upon us, and as residents of the midwest, we know you are ready to get outside and enjoy some sunshine! Children and adolescents need plenty of outdoor time, exercise, and fresh air. This helps them sleep better, eat better, and continue working on all those […]
