Blanchard Valley Pediatrics

11/02/2026

Is your water bottle clean? Probably not.

Find out the best way to wash your water bottle and how often you should wash it: https://bit.ly/3B1v0ex.

10/22/2026

Night feeds can be exhausting, but your baby’s safety never sleeps. Here are 4 ways to stay alert and keep your little one safe during those late-night moments.

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Video description: Expert featured in various areas of a NICU, holding a baby doll and demonstrating ways to stay alert at night when doing a night feed.

10/19/2026

Car crashes are one of the leading causes of death in U.S. teenagers. Because parents and caregivers often control what vehicles their teens drive, their choices make a big impact on the safety of their teens and others on the road.

Here is a blog with 3️⃣ recommendations for parents and caregivers when choosing the first car for their teens: https://bit.ly/4jPn4hI.

Image description: Teen smiling and wrapping their arms around a red car with their head laying on the vehicle.

Here are some recommendations for parents and caregivers when choosing the first car for their teens.

10/15/2026

Swelling is a normal reaction of the body to an injury. Sometimes, though, the body goes overboard, and the inflammatory response is excessive and can actually begin to cause more damage than good.

Check out the graphic to learn what you can do if you experience swelling.

10/12/2026

🚲 Does your child love to ride their bike around the neighborhood?

Here is a resource with 🔟 bike safety tips every parent should know to keep their child safe ➡️ https://bit.ly/4523ZlS

10/09/2026

What do you do when you hear your child say, "I think I'm going to throw up”?

Nausea is a very uncomfortable feeling that no one enjoys! Learn the most common causes of nausea and what you can do to help your child: https://bit.ly/4d2tEhK

I don't know about you, but there are few things that send chills down my spine like hearing my kids say,

10/07/2026

Parents: Watch the video below for 5 signs your teen might be sleep deprived. 😴

Does this sound like your child? If your teen could use better sleep, follow these tips from our expert:

1️⃣ Create a sleep-friendly environment: Aim for a cool, dark and quiet room and consider using a sleep mask or white noise machine.

2️⃣ Cooler temperatures are key! Lower bedroom temperatures to help your body dip in temperature for better sleep.

3️⃣ Prioritize homework wisely. Handle work on a computer or laptop early to avoid bright lights affecting sleep and save pencil and paper homework for later in the evening.

09/28/2026

Room sharing (NOT bed sharing) with your baby for the first 6 months can reduce the risk of SIDS by 50%. Follow the ABCs of - Alone, Back, Crib. Every baby. Every sleep.

09/23/2026

Is it time to move your child to a front-facing car seat? Here's everything you need to know: https://bit.ly/49ROOww

Image description: Small child sitting in purple car sear with big white sunglasses on and staring at the camera making a funny face.

Why is it important to keep your child rear facing as long as possible? Carrie Rhodes, Passenger Safety Program Coordinator at Nationwide Children's Hospital answers this question and provides recommendations on how to determine if your child is ready f...

09/18/2026

Our community partners offer free parenting support and services, including one-on-one parenting support, two-hour single workshops and multi-week groups.

Please visit our Triple P page for more information about the topics and to register: