Bootin and Savrick Pediatric Associates

10/07/2026

Someone can lay back and relax because he’s more protected against RSV this season!!💉 We have Beyfortus (the RSV antibody) in stock for all babies less than 8 mos old. Have questions about RSV and the Beyfortus shot? Let us know!!!

10/07/2026

Welcome back to our MyBlue HMO families! We apologize for the inconvenience that the past few weeks has caused. Call us if you need help scheduling a well check or sick visit for your child!

10/06/2026

To use hydrogen peroxide or not to use it? That is the question. Our recommendation- do NOT use it! What’s the best way to care for a wound? Keeping it clean 🧼, dry, and protected 🩹 But PS: a wet, soggy, dirty bandaid should not be left in place!

10/05/2026

Nurse Practitioner Tess is back from her maternity leave and ready to see you!! You can find her at Fannin on Mondays and Tuesdays and Memorial City Wednesday-Friday!! This also means that LATE CLINIC is back at MC on Wednesday!!! Join us in welcoming her back. 🎉

10/01/2026

🎃It’s October 1st which means it’s the start of RSV season. Check out these slides for more info about RSV and the amazing Beyfortus shot that helps to keep our babies safe!

09/29/2026

Everything you need to know about Hand, Foot, Mouth Disease! Questions? Post below ⬇️

09/28/2026

09/18/2026

Flu season is just around the corner! We have flu vaccines and mist. Trying to decide which one is best for your child? Take a look at this comparison chart👃💉

09/16/2026

*******INSURANCE ISSUE*******
BCBS HMO plans with ID # starting with T2G ( My Blue Health).

Recently BCBS eliminated the contracts for a large number of physicians who were contracted together as a group. We are working as quickly as possible to get an individual contract for our group. We anticipate this may take a week or two. We had no prior warning of this and are working to resolve this as fast as possible. In the meantime we will work with any affected patients as much as possible to provide uninterrupted care.

We will post an update as soon as we know more.

09/15/2026

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month 💚

About 1 in 5 children and adolescents in the U.S. has obesity. And while weight is influenced by many factors—including genetics, environment, sleep, nutrition, and physical activity—childhood is an important time to establish healthy habits that can last a lifetime. Children with obesity are also more likely to have obesity as adults.

The goal isn’t dieting. It’s building healthy routines for the whole family. Here are 5 habits that can help:

1️⃣ Eat food. Drink water.
Make water the go-to beverage. Limit milk, soda, sports drinks, sweet tea, fruit drinks, and other sugar-sweetened beverages. These liquids have sneaky amounts of calories, sugar, and even sodium! Your child can get calcium from other nutrient dense foods like cheese or yogurt.

2️⃣ Make meals family time.
Whenever possible, eat meals at the table without TV, phones, or other distractions. Eating mindfully can help children recognize their hunger and fullness cues—and family meals are a great opportunity to model healthy eating. 🍽️

3️⃣ Fill the plate with variety.
Offer fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein-rich foods regularly. Don’t worry about making every meal “perfect.” Think about what your child eats over the course of a week, not a single meal. 🍓🥦

4️⃣ Move every day.
Physical activity doesn’t have to mean organized sports! Bike rides, playground time, dancing in the kitchen, walking the dog, swimming, and playing outside all count. Children ages 6–17 should get about 60 minutes of physical activity each day. 🏃‍♀️⚽️

5️⃣ Protect sleep + limit screens.
Sleep is an important part of healthy growth and is associated with a lower risk of unhealthy weight gain. Establish consistent sleep routines and create screen-free times—especially around meals and bedtime. 😴📵

Most importantly, don’t make your child’s weight the focus. Focus on health, habits, growth, confidence, and helping your child develop a positive relationship with food and movement.

Healthy habits are family habits—and small changes add up. 💚