In early August, Elena Wagner, GUP’s pediatric nurse practitioner, returned home to her previous pediatric practice in Maine. We are going to miss her as she and her family became part of ours. I know that she touched the lives of many of GUP’s patients and if you would like to send her a note…
Most babies have a moderate amount of gassiness. Remember their GI system is still maturing. If a baby burps well and passes gas easily, there is no problem. Inform the doctor if the baby appears to be having a lot of stomach cramps and crying due to gas. Breastfed babies who are gassy may improve…
Unfortunately, our society currently rewards “doing” not “being” and yet there is great value in being. These days everyone is “plugged in” to a phone, laptop, or other digital device and yet, we are not as a group any more productive than in years past. One of the greatest gifts you can give your children…
Hello! Welcome to Growing Up Pediatrics’ website. We hope that you find the “Is My Child Sick” and “Medications and Dosages” sections helpful along with the web resources and book lists. The “Learn” section will feature articles written by our providers on a variety of topics from care of the newborn to safe driving for…
Children need special time with each parent. 10-15 minutes of undivided attention daily will go a long way in helping children feel your love for them and also prevent many behavior problems. I can hear all of the parents saying “but we already give all of our time to our children when we are not…
Please excuse the mess. We are still open and operating under our regularly scheduled hours. The entire Magnolia Plaza is being renovated in anticipation of the opening of Publix in the fall of 2014. Currently construction of the grocery store is well underway. Our outer façade is scheduled to change summer 2014 as well as the…