True Connections Pediatrics, PLLC

08/12/2026

Are the serving size and portion size the same thing? Well, not exactly. Serving sizes are recommended amounts for foods based on quantities typically eaten by people in one setting. Sometimes serving sizes are determined by the amount of nutrients as well as other ingredients in order to help consumers make healthy choices about their food options. On the other hand, portion size is the amount of food one puts on their plate, in their bowl, etc.

08/12/2026

Tics, obsessions, and sudden mood swings can be signs of PANDAS. If you're concerned, reach out to a medical professional for advice.

08/12/2026

Teach kids healthy coping strategies, like deep breathing and mindfulness, to help them manage stress and improve mental health 🧘♀️

08/11/2026

08/10/2026

Rest is not a reward for work, it’s a prerequisite. 🌿

Observing National Lazy Day by giving ourselves full permission to slow down, unplug, and embrace the art of doing absolutely nothing. Because sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is reset.

08/10/2026

Looking for a protein-packed meat-free breakfast option? Make oatmeal almond or soy milk and add 2 tablespoons of chia seeds! You'll be giving your body lots of fiber, healthy complex carbs as well as protein to keep you strong, satisfied and energetic. If oatmeal sounds bland, try adding granola, nuts, berries, apples, and/or cinnamon to your bowl.

08/10/2026

Here's a tropical smoothie that you can make at home. All you need to do is blend these ingredients: 1 tablespoon of strawberries, 1 half cup of banana chunks, 1 cup of peaches, 1 cup of orange or mango juice, and two tablespoons of ice. Enjoy!

08/09/2026

Between the covers of a great book is a pretty fantastic place to be.

Happy National Book Lovers Day! Today is a great excuse to clear your schedule for an hour, pick up your current read, and dive back in. What’s currently resting on your nightstand?

08/09/2026

Here’s an interesting fact about our brains. While our bodies use our pain receptors to tell our brains we are experiencing pain, our brains themselves have no pain receptors. However, our brains (and spines) are covered by three thin layers of tissue called meninges which is full of pain receptors. Talk about irony!