Point Pediatrics

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth!! ✊🏾

06/17/2026

Playgrounds are a great place for children to stay active, build confidence, have fun, and develop social skills, but they can also be a source of injuries if safety precautions aren't followed. Before your child starts climbing, swinging, or sliding, take a moment to check that the playground is age-appropriate and has a safe surface underneath, such as wood chips, mulch, sand, or rubber. Hard surfaces like concrete and asphalt can increase the risk of serious injury from falls.

It's also important to supervise young children, teach safe playground behaviors, and make sure equipment is in good condition. Learn more here.👇

There are a wide variety of ways children can be injured on playgrounds. Ask yourself the following questions before allowing your child to play on climbing structures, slides and swings.

06/16/2026

Summer is a fun season, but it is also a season with more bugs! 🦟 Insect bites can be annoying, itchy, and uncomfortable. And some insects can spread illnesses, like the West Nile virus or Lyme disease. One way to protect your children is to use the right insect repellent.

It is recommended to select repellents that have been registered by the EPA and contain ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or another EPA-registered active ingredient.

To learn more about insect repellents and other ways to protect your kids from bug bites, check out this link. 👇

Read on for more information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) about types of repellents, DEET, using repellents safely, and other ways to protect your child from insect bites.

06/15/2026

☀️ Summer is busy for everyone, so to help keep appointments available and your kids healthy, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Amy Peardon, who will be providing additional coverage this summer.

From sick visits to school physicals, we’re here to help keep your kids healthy and school-ready. 💙

Please join us in giving Dr. Peardon a warm welcome! 🎉

06/12/2026

Some of the smiles behind Point Pediatrics ⭐️

We are so grateful for our amazing team and for the families who trust us with their children every day. Caring for your kids is more than our job—it’s a privilege.

06/11/2026

We want to share this important video from the AAP and Dr. Scott Hadland, who talks about the dangers of teens turning to AI chatbots when they're experiencing a mental crisis.

Nearly 1 in 5 teens now turn to AI chatbots when they’re struggling. Dr. Hadland published a study last year in which he tested 25 chatbots by posing as teens in a crisis.

More than half of the responses weren’t clinically appropriate, and some were outright dangerous. The “companion” apps built to feel like a friend were far worse than ChatGPT or Gemini at spotting a teen who needed real help.

You don't need to ban your teen from phones. But it's important to ask them what they use and what it tells them, remind them that a chatbot isn’t a therapist, and make sure they know they can always come to you.

☎️ If you ever suspect your child is in danger, call or text 988. If you have concerns about your child's mental health, we are here for your family as well.

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06/10/2026

Stuttering is a type of speech disfluency that some children develop when they start talking. The most common type of stuttering in children is developmental stuttering, which usually occurs between the ages of 2.5 and 5. In this type of stuttering, kids have a hard time expressing what they want to say. Over time, the stuttering goes away for most children. But if you notice stuttering issues occurring later or continuing after the age of 5, call our office so that we can assess and determine the best course of action to reduce or eliminate the stuttering.

Learn more about stuttering and speech issues in children here. 👇

Does your child have trouble getting words out? Learn the signs of stuttering, when it’s typical, and when to see help from a speech-language pathologist.

06/09/2026

Babies usually begin eating solids after 6 months. When introducing solids, it's always best to give your baby the most nutrient-packed foods possible, a.k.a. superfoods. Here are 10 superfoods that support a baby's development and healthy growth! 🥕

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06/04/2026

AI-generated content is becoming more common online, and not everything labeled "educational" is actually helpful for young children. 🤖📱

Experts are raising concerns about the "AI slop," which refers to low-quality, AI-generated videos and content created to capture attention rather than support healthy learning and development. These videos may be repetitive, overstimulating, inaccurate, or lack meaningful educational value.

Young children are especially vulnerable because they are still learning how to understand stories, emotions, and what is real vs. pretend. That’s why it’s important for parents and caregivers to stay involved, choose trusted sources, preview content when possible, and prioritize real-world play, conversation, and connection. As AI-generated content becomes more widespread, being intentional about what children watch can help support healthier screen habits and early development. Learn more here. 👇

Discover the clear indicators of AI-slop that we can use to make good decisions about what kids are watching.