Dr. Bob: I am a new parent and concerned about what I hear about spoiling children. I have been cautioned to avoid doing too much (run to her whenever she cries or not being firm enough as she gets older) for her. Yet I want to do everything I can to make sure she feels…
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Sore joints – September 20, 2024
Dr. Bob: My husband and I love to pick up our 2-year-old daughter by her hands and swing her in between us when we are walking. My mother-in-law, a nurse, said that that could cause injury to her elbow. We see parents doing that all the time. What could go wrong? Answer: During the course…
COVID vaccine – Again? – September 13, 2024
Dr. Bob: I see that the FDA just approved a new COVID booster, and the CDC is recommending the vaccine for everyone. Should my children, ages 6 and 12, get the vaccine? Is this next shot really safe? Answer: I think that it is really hard to understand why we have to continue to get…
Trying for a healthy diet – September 6, 2024
Dr. Bob: I am worried about the diet of my children. Both of my daughters tend to be very picky and refuse many foods that I want them to eat. They would rather watch the TV at dinner instead of eating the healthy meals I prepare. Then I get frustrated, and my husband says that…
What to do about ADHD? – August 30, 2024
Dr. Bob: I fear that my 5-year-old son has ADHD. He seems to be on the go constantly. He has already been called out in kindergarten for being too loud and disruptive. His father said he had similar problems and struggled in school. What should I do? Is there a specialist who can help? Answer: …
Neonatal jaundice – August 23, 2024
Dr. Bob: My new baby, my third, had obvious jaundice. My first two babies were put under the lights for their jaundice. I expected the same for this child, but the doctor said that a new protocol was being used and that the lights were not necessary. I’m confused. Please explain. Answer: I can understand…