Doc Dette Children’s Clinic

09/09/2026

Small daily habits matter more than occasional big efforts.
10 minutes of reading every day is usually better than 1 hour once a week.
Consistency builds development.

08/09/2026

A child who moves around during story time is not automatically “makulit.”
Many toddlers learn while moving, touching, and exploring.
Short, fun, repeated reading is often more effective than forcing a child to sit still for a long time.

04/09/2026

I often remind parents: play is not a waste of time.
Sa play natututo ang bata ng:
🧠 language
👀 attention
🤝 social skills
🎯 problem solving
Especially for children under 5, play is serious learning.

03/09/2026

Reading starts much earlier than most parents think.
Kahit 6 months old pa lang, ang pagtingin sa pictures at pakikinig sa boses ng magulang ay nakakatulong na sa language development.
Hindi kailangan marunong nang magbasa ang bata para makinabang sa books. :)

02/09/2026

Speech is more than words. 💬💛
Bago magsalita ang bata, may mga importanteng building blocks muna ng communication:
• 👀 Eye contact
• 👂 Responding to their name
• 👉 Pointing
• 👋 Using gestures
• 🔄 Taking turns in interaction
These little moments may seem simple, but they are important steps toward communication and language development. 🌱
Before we listen to their words, let’s notice how they connect.

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31/08/2026

One of the earliest signs of healthy development is connection. 💛

Kapag tinitingnan ng bata ang magulang, nakikisabay sa laro, at gustong makipag-usap kahit gestures pa lang, malaking bagay na iyon.

These little moments of connection can tell us a lot about how a child is developing.

Pero hindi lahat ng developmental concerns ay obvious agad. Minsan, subtle lang sa umpisa—at maaaring mapansin muna sa everyday interactions, play, communication, or behavior.
That’s why early observation and understanding matter. The earlier we recognize a child’s needs, the earlier we can provide the right support.

When you notice something, it’s okay to ask. Early guidance can make a difference. 🌱

At Bright Start Developmental Consultation, we hope to help parents notice, understand, and respond to these little signs—because every child deserves the opportunity to grow with the right support, at the right time.

Bright Start — understanding development, supporting every child. 💛

31/08/2026

📚 A small new project for parents
As a pediatrician, I often meet families who ask about speech, reading, screen time, sleep, behavior, and learning.
Many of these concerns do not always need complicated solutions. Sometimes, small daily habits at home can make a meaningful difference in a child’s development.
Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing simple, evidence-based tips for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers—things parents can realistically do in everyday life.
Topics will include:
🗣️ speech and language
📖 reading habits
🎲 play and interaction
📱 screen time
😴 sleep routines
❤️ parent-child connection
My hope is that these posts will help parents feel more informed, less worried, and more confident in supporting their child’s growth.

Thank you for being part of our community here at MamadocDette Children’s Clinic. 💛

📍 San Carlos City, Pangasinan

01/06/2026

📣📣‼️ NO CLINIC TOMORROW.
I will be on a Medical Mission from 8am to 5pm. Thank you for your understanding. Next clinic schedule will be on Thursday 1:00 pm.

15/04/2026

MYTHS MYTHS MYTHS!
❌Teething Causes Vomiting and Diarrhea‼️
✅ Teething produces nothing but TEETH
☑️ Assuming that teething causes these illnesses cannlead to delay in seeking medical consultation and can lead to high mortality for infants and toddlers.
💚 To soothe teething, parents can massage their baby’s gums with clean fingers. A light gentle rub or masaage can provide relief. Teething devices allow baby to safely suck on a piece of frozen fruit.

❌ Bigkis will give a flat tummy, prevent colic or protect umbilical stump.
✅ Biglis can restrict baby’s breathing, can cause infection risk and has no proven benefit to help with colic, body shale or belly buttons
💚 Keep the cord clean and dry.

❌ Smearing menstrual blood on the fave will prevent the onset of acne
✅ Acne occurs for several reasons: genetics, irritation from dirt and bacteria, hormonal changes, stress, diet and even other lifestyle choices. Direct menstrual blood application on the face has not been protective against acne.

14/04/2026

Updated CLINIC SCHEDULE.

FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE starting TOMORROW at the CLINIC. 10:30 am. Give your family the gift of protection. 💉🩺
APRIL 11 SATURDAY 10:30 am
APRIL 14 TUESDAY 10:30 am
APRIL 16 THURSDAY 1:00 pm
APRIL 21 TUESDAY 10:30 am
APRIL 23 THURSDAY 10:30 am
APRIL 24 FRIDAY 10:30 am
Please be guided accordingly. Thank you.