Dr. Bob: I am worried about my child’s weight. I read so much about too many children being overweight and all of the concerns about pre-diabetes. Do you have any suggestions? Answer: You are right to be concerned. Multiple factors appear to be contributing to increased weight in too many children. Less exercise, less healthy…
“Seasons of Love” – One minute at a time
Abundant friends and love can make us “wealthy” and our lives fulfilled if we consider each minute (all 525,600 of them) in a year a chance to exhibit a season of love.
How do I handle colic? – October 20, 2023
Dr. Bob: My grandson seems to have fits of crying that are difficult for any of us to control. I remember his mother having colic, but this seems so much worse. What can his mother do? How can I help her? Answer: Indeed, you seem to be describing colic. We don’t really know what causes…
Selfishness
Selfishness does not and will not serve us well. We must recommit to the principles of the American dream and reject the notion of us vs. them.
Handling temper tantrums – October 13, 2023
Dr. Bob: My young son seems to have too many temper tantrums at home. He is 3 years old so I can’t say that it’s just the “terrible twos.” How do I deal with them and get him to calm down? Answer: In my experience of over four decades in pediatrics, this is one of…
Conflict Resolution by Rational Discourse
Conflicts will always be present so we must be able learn the lessons of rational discourse. We need meaningful dialogues while listening and being sensible without demeaning others.