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Thanksgiving in South Texas means kids running in every direction — trampolines, cousins, dogs, ATVs, bounce houses, you name it. And while the chaos is fun, it’s also when preventable injuries happen fast.
As a pediatrician — and someone who grew up around hunting — I know firearms can be part of wonderful family traditions.
But those traditions only stay safe when we treat every firearm with respect.
Today we're taking a break from safety tips because November is also National Family Literacy Month. Check out this 15 minute habit that can have profound affects on your child's brain health 👇🏻
Today we're taking a break from safety tips because November is also National Family Literacy Month. Check out this 15 minute habit that can have profound affects on your child's brain health 👇🏻
Drowning can happen in any kind of water - including buckets, bathtubs, and (rarely) toilets. But remember, safety isn't about paranoia; it's about adding layers of protection. Check out these tips for preventing indoor drowning 👇🏻
I never blame parents for car seat mistakes — because almost everyone makes them.
Here are the 3 most common ones I see (and how to fix them in 5 minutes). 👇
Halloween should be spooky — not dangerous.
Here are 5 pediatrician-approved safety tips so your kids can enjoy every treat (and skip the tricks that send families to urgent care). 🎃👇
Weight management is an important health topic, but these conversations can be very sensitive. Here are my 3 rules for having these conversations with my patients and their families.