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Tylenol Dose
Acetaminophen (name brand = Tylenol) is a pain, discomfort and fever reducer commonly used during illnesses and for conditions such as teething. Acetaminophen is broken down (metabolized) by…Ibuprofen Dose
Ibuprofen (name brands = Advil, Motrin) is a NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug). Compared to acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen typically lasts an hour or two longer and has better fever…Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
What is it? Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral syndrome caused by a family of viruses called enteroviruses. The most common enterovirus that causes HFMD…Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)
Seasonal allergies, also known as allergic rhinitis, affect many families during the spring and early summer season. Runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, sneezing, stuffy nose and mouth…Is it Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?
March, April and May are riddled with airborne allergens here in the Richmond area. It is primarily tree pollen but others, such as grass pollens, may be present…Throat Infections
Throat Infections in Children Most throat infections (more than two thirds) are caused by viruses, and are associated with fever, headache, stomachache, and swollen glands under the jaw….Vomiting
Vomiting in Children Nausea and vomiting are symptoms that can be caused by many different illnesses. Usually, it is a stomach or intestinal virus that can produce fever,…Diarrhea
Diarrhea in Children Diarrhea refers to frequent (greater than six per day) loose stools. Gastroenteritis (intestinal infection that causes diarrhea and sometimes belly pain, vomiting and/or fever) is…Lice
Did you get a letter home from your child’s school about a lice outbreak? Is your child scratching their head more than normal? Unfortunately, your child may have…
An Interview with Dr. Sullivan: Child Care Q & A
Dr. Sullivan shares insights from her experience navigating child care with her toddler. From challenges to must-pack items, she provides answers to commonly asked questions.
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Crying
As a new parent, your ears are attuned to every sound that your baby makes. The ooos and aaaaas of cooing and the giggles you elicit are so…Sleep and Restlessness
Sleep Like a Baby ‘’Sleep like a baby’’. Really? Surely the persons who coined that phrase were never parents, up hours on end trying to sooth a newborn,…Helping Siblings Adjust to a New Baby
“As soon as I saw you, I knew an adventure was going to happen.” -Winnie the Pooh A big event in the life of a family is…
An Interview with Dr. Chiu: Boy Mom Life
From toddler years to tween interests, we covered key topics and fun phases in this video with Dr. Chiu.
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