Ep. 104: Easing Dental Fear in Kids

When it comes to taking care of little teeth, parents often face an uphill battle. Dentophobia, or the anxiety related to oral care and/or going to the dentist, is common among children and it has risks. In children, it can…

In February, Americans celebrate Heart Month, a time spent focusing on improvement of heart and vascular health for all ages. Areas of focus often include monitoring and controlling blood pressure, managing cholesterol and blood glucose levels, moving more and eating…

“Soft skills,” such as communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, and problem solving are important to overall success in life and the process of building them begins early in childhood. Children with ADHD, autism, anxiety disorders, and learning differences often have challenges…

Social-emotional skills are just as important to learn in childhood as academics. As a pediatrician, I see many children struggling to behave and even getting suspended from school due to delays in emotional regulation. These children are often labeled “bad”…