Dr. Bob: There are times when I need to leave our children home alone – after school, dinner meetings and the like. When do you think it is safe for the children to be home by themselves? How old should they be? What precautions should I take? Answer: This is a tricky question. I think…
Clouds, Love and Life
My reflections can make me commit to considering all sides now and use my experience and years ahead to continue to make a difference for all children.
Concussions – January 31, 2025
Dr. Bob: Both of my children play sports where there is a risk of head trauma or a concussion – football and soccer. Are there special precautions I should take? How serious are concussions in childhood? What do I do if they get a concussion? Answer: Your questions are common ones from parents during childhood. …
Does racism still exist in America?
Let’s not push back by denying things but advance forward to the betterment of all. Let’s put others in front of ourselves. Let’s be heroes.
Speech delays – January 24, 2025
Dr. Bob: I am worried that my 24-month-old son has only a few words. He seemed to be delayed at 18 months, but we were told just to wait and see. His motor development seems fine (sitting at 6 months, walking at 11 months) and he is very playful. Should we be concerned about his…
Areas of Moral Clarity
Using Paul Farmer’s AMCs as our guide, our efforts can be converted into our achievements on behalf of all children.


