Best Practices Pediatric Service

18/08/2026

14/08/2026

Breast milk storage guidelines can be confusing! Here is the “rule of 4s” for breast milk storage. Share this post with another parent!

09/07/2026

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4. The AAP recommends using multiple layers of water safety protection, since no single method can prevent drowning. These layers work together and include pool fences, alarms, supervision, water safety skills, life jackets, and being ready to respond with CPR. Close, constant attentive and competent supervision is essential whenever kids are playing in and around water. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zcwocX

01/07/2026

Beach days are one of the best parts of summer. ☀️ Before you pack your towels, toys and sunscreen, remember these beach safety tips that are so important for a safe and fun beach day.

Save this for your next family beach trip! https://bit.ly/3YUR3MS

14/05/2026

In most cases, viral gastrointestinal illnesses like rotavirus don't cause serious illness, but children can feel quite sick. The symptoms of a rotavirus infection begin 1 to 2 days after exposure to the virus. Healthy children have symptoms for 3 to 7 days and then recover. In severe cases, children may become dehydrated and require admission to the hospital. Prolonged or severe diarrhea, particularly when accompanied by vomiting, can lead to dehydration.

The rotavirus vaccine is an oral vaccine that helps prevent rotavirus and reduces the severity of infection. If you have any questions about the rotavirus vaccine, speak with your pediatrician. https://bit.ly/3PGCNFW

13/05/2026

Excess in early childhood reduces exposure to adult speech and conversational exchanges, which may negatively affect language development.

This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page discusses screen time and language development in children. https://ja.ma/4d7nQ8Y

10/05/2026

Moms: Your mental health matters. It’s okay to rest, ask for help and take a moment for yourself. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Happy Mother’s Day 💗