Green Hills Pediatric Associates

10/18/2026

Caring for your little ones is what we’re here for!

10/16/2026

Confidence isn’t something kids are born with. It grows through everyday moments, like giving them small responsibilities, letting them work through manageable struggles, and praising their effort instead of just their wins. Show them what resilience looks like yourself, encourage new experiences, and give them a safe space to be heard, and they’ll learn to believe in themselves.

Discover practical ways to help your child build confidence, resilience, and independence through everyday parenting moments.

10/15/2026

Signed up for appointment reminders by text, call, or email? Great! We just ask that you respond promptly to confirm your visit so we can keep things running smoothly.

Plans change, we get it! If you need to cancel or reschedule, just give us a heads-up at least 24 hours in advance so we can offer that spot to another family who needs it.

10/13/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Parents, we see how much you do for your kids. This month, make time for your own health, too. Ask your doctor when to start mammograms, and share your family health history.

A healthy parent is the best gift for a healthy family! 💗

10/12/2026

Keeping a new baby healthy during cold season comes down to a few simple steps. Limit visitors in the first few weeks (especially young kids), breastfeed if you can since it helps boost their immune system, and stick to good habits like washing hands often and covering coughs.

It also helps to hold off on travel until after your baby's vaccinated, and make sure everyone around the baby is up to date on their shots too. These small steps can go a long way in keeping your little one healthy.

Consider the following ways to help protect baby from illness this cold season.

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day 💛

A child's mental health matters just as much as their physical health. Watch for signs like withdrawal, changes in sleep or appetite, or prolonged sadness, and don't hesitate to talk to your pediatrician if something feels off.

We're here to help!

It’s normal for a child to act out, but there are certain red flags to mental illness.

10/09/2026

One of the simplest ways to keep your child healthy? Frequent hand washing! Teach your kids to wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before meals and after playing outside!

10/07/2026

Our next Saturday Flu Clinic is on October 24th.

NEW THIS YEAR: Self-schedule through your child’s portal at https://www.greenhillspeds.com/patient-portal-registration/.

Flu vaccines are available to patients and parents. All children aged 6 months and older should be vaccinated. Individuals with asthma or chronic diseases are high risk and should receive the vaccine.

The vaccine is preservative-free. We will not have FluMist this year.

Parents may get the vaccine when they are here with their child, and parents do not need to schedule an appointment

10/05/2026

and are distinct conditions, but their symptoms often overlap, making the two tricky to tell apart in children. Over time, unmanaged allergies can actually trigger asthma symptoms, since both involve similar irritants and reactions that restrict the airways. While neither condition can be cured, a pediatrician can help manage both and prevent them from worsening.

Although allergies and asthma are distinct health issues, a relationship between the two can develop in certain cases. Since many of the symptoms for these two problems can appear similar,

10/03/2026

Expecting? Meet our pediatricians before your baby arrives! 👶

We know parents have lots of questions, and we’re here to help! Fill out a quick form, and our team will call you to schedule your free prenatal visit: greenhillspeds.com/prenatal-visit-request