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  • Summer Safety Tips for Children

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: Jun. 03, 2022.

    Keep your child safe while enjoying fun in the sun. School’s out for summer, and your child may be gearing up for outdoor adventures, summer camps, swim team, and other activities. Read more
  • The Importance of Children's Nutrition

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: May 04, 2022.

    Make sure your child is following a healthy, balanced diet. One in 5 school children is considered obese in the US. So, how do we stop these statistics from getting any Read more
  • The Importance Of Well-Child Care Visits

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: Mar. 23, 2022.

    A healthy child begins with the right doctor. A pediatrician can help you and your child make the best and most informed decisions regarding their health. It’s important to have Read more
  • Peanut Allergies in Children

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

    In the past 15 years, we’ve seen a massive increase in the number of children with peanuts allergies, so it goes without saying that most parents are worried about giving Read more
  • Know the Signs of Chickenpox

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

    The infamous chickenpox, a virus known to cause itchy blisters all over the body. It most often happens to school-age kids, but unfortunately, if you’ve never had this infection as Read more
  • When a Fever Requires Medical Attention

    Author: LaCanada Pediatrics PC posted: Jan. 17, 2022.

    A fever is one of the biggest concerns that parents have when it comes to their infant or child. We understand that a fever can sometimes be considered an emergency Read more
  • Does My Child Have a UTI?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 05, 2022.

    When bacteria enter the bladder or the kidneys this can result in a urinary tract infection. Unfortunately, UTIs are quite common in infants and kids, so it’s important to recognize Read more
  • Know the Warning Signs of Prediabetes

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 17, 2021.

    Diabetes is on the rise, and not just in adults. More and more children in the US are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes used to be Read more
  • Does My Child Have a Concussion?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 08, 2021.

    A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs as a result of a blow to the head. Since concussions can be serious, it’s important that you’re able to recognize Read more
  • Bike Safety for Your Child

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 20, 2021.

    Just like responsible parents, our pediatricians are interested in keeping your children well – this includes helping your kids stay safe while riding their bikes.  The National Safety Council reports Read more
  • Is Your Child Struggling With Potty Training?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

    Potty training is a big moment for your child and is something that may challenge them in many ways. Unfortunately, many young ones do struggle during this process and may Read more
  • FAQs About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

    Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 10, 2021.

    Hand, foot and mouth disease isn’t a childhood infection that’s often discussed but should be. After all, this communicable viral infection is more common in young children than most people Read more
  • Your Baby and Cradle Cap

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 13, 2021.

    Noticing rough, scaly patches of skin on your newborn’s scalp? If so, this is a sign of cradle cap. This condition (also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis) is fairly common Read more
  • Does My Child Need Glasses?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

    We all want our children to be healthy and to have the best chance for success, especially once they start school. Of course, your child must be getting regular vision Read more
  • Your Child and the Importance of Vitamin D

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 19, 2021.

    Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly widespread in the US, and not just with adults! In fact, about one in 10 children in the US are deficient in vitamin D and Read more
  • Preventing Pediatric Heat Stroke

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

    Climate change has certainly caused the temperatures to climb here in the US, especially during the summer. While we know that kids love to play outdoors, when temperatures are high Read more