As I am writing this article the COVID-19 cases in Minnesota continue to rise at a rapid pace. It remains true that children who get COVID-19 typically have mild symptoms and recover quickly without problems. However, as we learn more about this virus we are learning more about it’s potential to Read More
What About Antibiotics?
The idea of catching an infectious disease is on the minds of many individuals. And, with that, come along a lot of different questions, such as do you have a fever, or do I need antibiotics? I remember a time when my son felt like I could fry an egg on his head. He had a fever of 104 F, and had the Read More
Exposed to Coronavirus? Worried Your Child Has Symptoms? Here Are Some Guidelines for Deciding What Is Next.
With kids returning to school and daycare, we are going to start seeing an increase in all types of illnesses. We always do. Runny nose, sore throat, ear infections, fever. These are all part of a typical return to school scenario for many children. But now with the concern about coronavirus, what Read More
Why Your Pediatrician Wants to See Your Kids for Well Visits
These last 6 months have been a blur with the COVID-19 pandemic, I can hardly believe it is September and school has started again. I remember the feeling of great uncertainty earlier this year when this virus was starting to spread and we quickly closed schools, cancelled appointments, sports games Read More
Fever, Thermometers and When to Be Concerned
As we head into cold and flu season I thought I would take a moment to discuss fever and assessment of fever in children. Whether you are a new parent to a newborn or a parent with school age children required to check daily temperatures prior to heading off to school for COVID screening, there can Read More
What to Consider Before Welcoming a New Pet into the Family
With COVID-19 keeping people at home, many people are considering bringing a new pet into the household. Pets can provide so many benefits for children and families: companionshipreduced levels of anxiety and depressionthe opportunity to teach children about responsibilityincreased exercise and Read More