Nov
07
2018
'Is it RSV?'
RSV has arrived at Cook Children's.
Last week, 78 kids tested positive for RSV, compared to only two who tested positive for Influenza A.
RSV is a virus. It’s short for respiratory syncytial virus. It causes a disease in young child Read more
Nov
07
2018
What Parents Need To Know About RSV
One of the most common illnesses pediaricians see is called bronchiolitis. Lots of viruses can cause bronchiolitis, but one of the most well known is RSV.
While flu always receives a lot of attention, I thought this would be a great tim Read more
06
Nov
2018
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The Art of Treating Epilepsy: Diagnosis and Treatment
05
Nov
2018
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Pediatricians’ Group Takes Strong Stance against Spanking, Yelling at Children
02
Nov
2018
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Tips on Protecting You from Fake Charities and Scams
29
Oct
2018
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8 Tips for a Safe Halloween
26
Oct
2018
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What Is Perianal Streptococcus?
Our People
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10,
2018
By Katie Lawrence, CPNP & Kaci Osenga, M.D.
Pediatric Palliative Care (PPC) has been a board certified subspecialty in pediatrics sponsored by the American Board of Pediatrics since 2008. PPC has been a specialty service at Cook Children’s …
July
30,
2018
Each year, Cook Children's sees about 100 children for injuries related to ATVs. As a pediatric surgeon and medical director of Trauma at Cook Children's, Chad Hamner, M.D., has witnessed the damage these machines can cause. He spoke with …
July
17,
2018
Work-Life Balance. What's That?
By Diane Arnaout, M.D.
When I was approached to write articles about “Work -Life Balance” I couldn’t help but chuckle a little under my breath. Balance? What’s that?
As a busy full-time pediatrician, wife to an even …
July
17,
2018
An Introduction to Millennial Nurse Leadership - Stepping in Before You Think You’re Ready
By Danika Meyer, Clinical Nurse Educator, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
“Oh, I can’t do that. I don’t have enough experience.”
I remember uttering these words to my nurse manager after she encouraged me to pursue an open position as a clinical nurse educator. This …
Blogs
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07,
2018
5 Tips To Help With Your Baby's Congestion
There are no miracle cures, but Doc Smitty has advice to help
Are you looking for the miracle cure for your baby’s congestion? Me too. Sorry, it just doesn’t exist. I tell families all the time that if I find it I will market it and retire.
In the meantime, …
August
02,
2018
Why Is My Baby Wanting To Breastfeed All The Time?
Could It Be Cluster Feeding
"Why is my child hungry all the time?"
My first question would be, “how do you define ‘all the time’?”
Some people have unrealistic expectations for a breastfeeding baby. By rule, we …
August
02,
2018
Is My Baby Getting Enough Breast Milk?
A lactation consultant has the answer for you
Parents worry that they do not have enough milk for many reasons:
No sensation of a let down
No longer leaking milk
Mom’s breast do not feel full (or engorged) anymore
Unable to produce milk …
August
02,
2018
What Are My Baby’s Hunger Cues?
You may be surprised at what the last cue actually is
Babies give hunger cues when they are ready to eat.
Though most people think that a crying baby is ready to eat, crying is actually the last cue and a crying baby is more difficult to …