Boston Children's Primary Care Alliance

08/26/2026

Is your child starting to feel the first day of school jitters? Here's how to ease their anxiety and help them prepare.

08/24/2026

Feeding a baby is not a one-size-fits-all decision. In this episode of Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast, learn more about breastfeeding, formula feeding, and how to make informed choices that work for your baby and your family.

Feeding a newborn comes with a lot of questions and opinions. In th...

08/19/2026

Sending your child off to their first childcare environment is an important milestone. When you are going on daycare and school tours or meeting with providers, ask these questions to make sure they’re the right fit for your child.

08/17/2026

Make it a healthy start to your child’s school year! A well visit with a pediatrician can help set their physical, mental, and behavioral health on the right course.

Looking for a trusted pediatrician in your neighborhood? Boston Children’s Primary Care Alliance is a great place to start!

📷 Framingham Pediatrics

08/13/2026

Because children can adapt to functioning with an eye condition and don't always outwardly show symptoms, having your child’s eyes regularly tested is key for early detection. Read more about the importance of pediatric eye screenings ⬇️ 👀

It’s important to have your child’s eyes regularly examined during crucial development years that start at birth.

08/11/2026

Kids aren’t the only ones who come out to play during the summertime—bees do, too. Here’s the “buzz” about treating a bee sting at home 🐝

Seek medical attention right away if your child has been stung and develops signs of an allergic reaction. Keep an Epi-pen with your child if they have a history of severe allergy to a bee sting, and talk to your pediatrician if you have questions about your child’s bee sting allergy.

08/07/2026

Teaching your teen how to set boundaries and develop a sense of self-worth can empower them to face tough decisions on their own. Here’s how parents can help their child navigate peer pressure.

Advice on dealing with peer pressure from the Division of Adolescent Medicine/Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital.

08/05/2026

Keep your family safe in the surf and sand! Follow these beach safety tips 🏖️

08/03/2026

Certified lactation counselors, like Kathy James at Pediatrics at Newton Wellesley, are a valuable resource. They provide education, guidance, and compassion through the ups and downs of feeding your baby.

“Having lactation services within your pediatrician’s office says a lot about how they emphasize supporting new mothers on their breastfeeding journey. But at Pediatrics at Newton Wellesley, we also love to provide support for parents for whom breastfeeding does not work,” says Kathy.

We are so proud of the lactation services within Boston Children's Primary Care Alliance! If you have questions about feeding your baby, please reach out to your primary care provider.

07/30/2026

Good nutrition fuels your young athlete with the energy they need to achieve their dreams. Here’s how to help them develop a winning nutrition plan.

A solid nutrition plan for any athlete begins with this simple rule: Eat enough. Sports dietitian Laura Moretti Reece explains.