Peninsula Pediatrics

10/12/2026

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day!

10/08/2026

With so many screens and digital media options available, figuring out what’s appropriate for your young child can feel overwhelming. 📱It's not only important to pay attention to how long your child spends on a screen device, but also to what they’re watching, how they’re engaging with it, and what screen time may be replacing.

Here are 5 questions to ask when making screen time decisions, including whether the content is age-appropriate and whether it encourages interaction, learning, and connection. 👇

Explore simple screen time tips to balance your child's media use with healthy development, play and social interactions.

10/07/2026

It's # ADHDAwarenessMonth. If your child is having ongoing difficulty with attention, impulsivity, or hyperactivity, you may wonder whether ADHD could be the cause. 🧠

While there isn’t one single test that can diagnose ADHD, your child can be screened by gathering information about their behavior in different settings, such as at home and school. We will also examine whether other health or developmental concerns could be contributing to their symptoms. To learn more about how children are diagnosed with ADHD and how to find them the right support, check out this guide. 👇

If you believe your child may have ADHD or need support, call our office. ☎️

​There is no single test for ADHD. The process requires several steps and involves gathering a lot of information from multiple sources. You, your child, your child's school, and other caregivers should be involved in assessing your child's behavior.  

10/06/2026

As a reminder for , creating a safe sleep environment is one of the most important things you can do to help reduce your baby’s risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). 👶💤

Always place your baby on their back on a firm, flat sleep surface with only a fitted sheet. Keep blankets, pillows, bumpers, stuffed animals, and other soft items out of their crib or bassinet. It's also recommended for babies to share a room, but not a bed. Make sure to also avoid overheating and smoke exposure.

Click here to learn more about SIDS prevention and how to protect your baby. 👇

​About 3,500 babies die each year in the United States during sleep because of unsafe sleep environments. Some of these deaths are caused by entrapment, suffocation, or strangulation. Some infants die of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, there are ways for parents to keep their​ sle...

10/01/2026

In this age of AI, even preschoolers are beginning to encounter it through smart speakers, apps, toys, and screens.📱While young children may understand that AI is a tool and different from a person, they may not recognize that AI can be wrong, collect personal information, or seem friendly without having real feelings.

It's important for families to let their children know that AI is a machine and not a friend or trusted adult. Here's how to talk to your preschooler about AI. 👇

What do preschoolers understand about AI? Understand the role of parents in guiding AI literacy with young children.

09/30/2026

Head lice are common among school-age children, and having them isn’t a sign of poor hygiene. While head lice don’t cause serious illness or carry any diseases, they can cause discomfort and itchiness and be frustrating for the family. 😩

Here's information about how to look out for lice and how you can treat your child at home. 👇

The following information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) will help you check for, treat, and prevent the spread of head lice.

09/29/2026

Do you have kids who are picky eaters? Getting your children to eat healthy food doesn't have to be a battle! There are many ways to get your kids to open up to nutritious foods. 🥦🍓

Helping children learn about food through their senses, like taste, touch, and smell, can help them become more comfortable with new foods. Check out this guide for tips on helping picky eaters adapt to more variety. 👇

Getting your toddler or preschooler to try new foods can feel like a challenge, but picky eating is a normal part of development. This article shares simple, low-pressure ways to help young children explore healthy foods through taste, touch, smell and play. Plus, don't miss the free downloadable Ea...

09/24/2026

As a reminder for , proofing your home so that it's safe for your child is important for their protection. 👶🏠 Everyday items around the house can become safety hazards.

Simple steps like securing furniture, covering electrical outlets, keeping cords and small objects out of reach, and using safety gates can help prevent common injuries. Check out these 14 baby-proofing tips to help make your home safer for your baby. 👇

When Baby starts cruisin' it's time to baby proof! Keep Baby protected from common household hazards with our room-by-room baby proofing tips.

09/22/2026

😴 Many kids don't get enough quality sleep, and that can affect their physical and mental health, mood, behavior, concentration, and ability to manage stress. Over time, sleep problems can lead to anxiety and depression.

To help your kids get enough sleep, encourage consistent bedtime routines, healthy sleep habits, and limiting screen use before sleeping. Learn more here. 👇

If you have any concerns about your child not getting enough sleep, call our office. ☎️

​Sleep plays a key role in children’s mental and emotional health. Learn how poor sleep affects stress, mood, anxiety and depression—and practical ways families can support better sleep at every age.

09/21/2026

Wishing you a blessed Yom Kippur!