Dr. Bob: How can two siblings who are raised in the same home behave so differently? Answer: This is an age-old question. How is it possible that two sibs, with the same parents and raised in the same household, behave so differently? My forty plus years of pediatrics experience has certainly demonstrated this phenomenon, and,…
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Didn’t We All “Come From Away?”
I hope that the memories of 9/11 call up our “better natures”.
Talking with my child about cancer in a grandparent – September 15, 2023
Dr. Bob: How do I talk to my 7-year-old about their grandparent’s cancer diagnosis? I am worried about saying too much, but I want to be honest. Answer: I completely understand your concern. Let’s first acknowledge one thing – I suspect that you are very worried about this diagnosis yourself. Whether the diagnosis of cancer…
The Cost of Lies
Lies have a cost because they multiply; because they tear at our social fabric; because they can become unrecognizable.
Handling childhood snoring and constipation – September 8, 2023
Dr. Bob: My 5-year-old snores. Should I be worried? Answer: There are multiple causes for snoring in children. Most of them are self-limited but when snoring persists, medical attention should be sought. Since snoring is usually related to partial obstruction of the nasal passages and upper airways, one of the most common causes is an…
Teachers Affect Eternity
At all levels of education, teachers have provided the stability needed for life-long learning and fueled an enthusiasm for life-long learning.