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Potomac Pediatrics

Pediatric medical practice offering psychiatry, nutrition, lactation, and fitness services.

We strive to provide care and support that extends beyond the exam room. Here at Potomac Pediatrics we offer unique classes and seminars for parents! Our goal is to offer you up to date medical knowledge that is provided in a gentle manner and is easy to understand. We pride ourselves in providing state-of-the-art medical care and, in that pursuit, we meet once a month to review the medical journa

ls and current relevant studies. We maintain our board certification status by actively participating in continuing medical education.

05/22/2026

From Dr. Pedoeim:
While this rainy weather may not fit the MDW vibes we were hoping for, summertime and pool season are right around the corner! Swipe for a refresher on some of our most important tips for staying safe while enjoying water play with your little ones this summer 🏖️😎

04/27/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
True or False?

Cow’s Milk is a great source of protein, vitamin D, calcium and fats for toddlers. However, too much can result in severe anemia. This is related to irritation to the gut lining that causes bleeding, and because when toddlers fill on milk, they are often not eating a variety of iron-rich foods.

Fun fact: Dairy also blocks the absorption of iron! It’s best to take a multivitamin + iron separate from the last milk.

04/09/2026

From Dr. Pedoeim:
We all know screens are part of everyday life—but balance is key for healthy development. Excess screen time in younger infants and toddlers can affect developing language and social skills, while older kids and teens can experience negative effects on sleep, school performance, socialization and exercise. The American Academy of Pediatrics has provided helpful guidelines for safe age-appropriate screen use to help parents navigate our digital world:

Under 18 months:
Limit screen time as much as possible - but a few minutes of educational media here and there isn’t the end of the world!

18–24 months:
Rather than strict time limits, the AAP recommends focusing on choosing high-quality, educational content and watching together with your child. As a general suggestion, consider limiting daily screen time under 30-60 minutes in a day.

2–5 years:
Focus on educational and high-quality programming. Continue to co-view with your kids as much as possible, and help them understand what they’re seeing. Consider limiting time to an hour per day.

6+ years:
Create consistent limits to ensure screen time doesn’t replace sleep, physical activity, or family time. Talk with kids about ways to identify ‘safe’ media - including recognizing ads and potential interactions with strangers.

Healthy Screen Habits for All Ages:
- Keep screens out of bedrooms at night
- Turn off devices 1 hour before bedtime
- Encourage outdoor play and hands-on activities
- Be a role model—kids learn from you!

Remember: It’s not just how much screen time, but how it’s used. Prioritize connection, learning, and balance.

03/19/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
Protein is a big topic right now in adult nutrition, and most people assume it’s equally important/necessary for a toddler’s diet! What people don’t realize, is that toddlers need significantly less than adults. Swipe to see some easy sources of protein, you’re likely giving more than you think!

02/27/2026

From Dr. Suri:
Potomac Pediatrics is excited to offer a new Sexual Reproduction Class designed specifically for teens ages 10-13!

What: Led by Dr. Neha Suri, this class helps young adolescents better understand their changing bodies in a safe, age-appropriate, and medically accurate environment.
We’ll cover topics such as:
- How reproduction works
- Physical & emotional changes of puberty
- Periods, erections & normal development
- Respecting personal boundaries & healthy relationships
- Common questions & myths
We use trusted, evidence-based resources from Girlology.com, developed by pediatricians and adolescent health experts.

Who: Ages 10–13 (+ Adult encouraged to attend)

When: Wednesday, April 15, 5:00 -7:00 PM

Where: Potomac Pediatrics

Our goal: To give your child the tools, clarity, and confidence they need to navigate puberty comfortably - and to help open healthy conversations at home. When children understand their bodies, they grow with confidence and strength. So let’s start the conversation now, before the world does!

Sign up through our website, or via the link: potomacpediatrics.com/reproduction-new/

02/16/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:

Introducing allergens can be stressful, but check out the tips in Dr. Barrios’ blog post (link below) on doing so to help reduce the risk of food allergies.

Swipe for a picture of my son loving his first taste of peanut butter (served thinned/mixed with his milk)
- If your baby is prone to rashes, try to avoid it touching their cheeks so you don’t confuse irritation for an allergic reaction!
- Reminder: Whole nuts are a choking hazard.
- Give it 3-4 times within a week early in the day so you can observe them for a couple of hours after to ensure no reaction. Avoid doing this right before bedtime!
- If you’re still nervous, join our peanut butter parties where a trained nurse is present as you introduce allergens

https://potomacpediatrics.com/early-peanut-introduction-why-and-how/

02/03/2026

From Dr. Pedoeim:

The snow days may have provided a brief respite from winter illnesses, back to school also means back to germs- including a slight uptick in the stomach flu 🤢 Here’s a refresher on what you need to know for this most dreaded trend:

Vomiting is often the first symptom to appear and lasts about 1-2 days. Kids in particular may have several episodes of vomiting over a short period of a few hours. Diarrhea often starts after vomiting (or shortly before) and can last anywhere from days to weeks (!) in younger toddlers 💩

During this time, keeping your child hydrated is key! Focus on small frequent sips of water or a rehydrating drink such as Pedialyte. Once vomiting stops, you can slowly reintroduce food. Start with bland, easy-to-digest foods like bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast - aka the classic BRAT diet 🍌🍚🍎🍞

Viral gastroenteritis is highly contagious for the first 48 hours. Encourage frequent hand washing, disinfect surfaces, and remind everyone in the house to avoid sharing utensils or towels.

Viral gastroenteritis can typically be managed at home to help prevent the spread of illness, and most children also do not require prescription or over-the-counter meds for treatment. However, your child should be seen by a provider if they are vomiting for over 24 hours or if you are worried about dehydration. Look for signs that your child is hydrated by monitoring their urine output - they should have at least 3 wet diapers or urinate at least 3 times in 24 hours. 💦

Remember, while gastroenteritis is uncomfortable, most kids recover fully with rest and fluids 🥴

01/23/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
Having a baby with colic is a unique level of stressful. You may feel that your experience as a parent with a colicky newborn is different or harder than other parents, and that oftentimes is because it is! One remedy has shown promise at alleviating some of the crying in colic - probiotics! Speak to your pediatrician to see if this is okay to try in your baby

01/07/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
Influenza A is here in a big way, especially after everyone gathered for the holidays with family!

If you haven’t yet, it’s not too late to get a flu shot for your child. This year’s flu shot has proven to be more effective in children than older adults.

From AAP: “Early estimates of the 2025-’26 influenza vaccine effectiveness in England against influenza-associated hospitalizations remained within expected ranges of 70%-75% for children and 30%-40% for adults, showing vaccination is an effective tool in preventing influenza-related hospitalizations this season, according to the CDC.“

If you’re curious about the antiviral Tamiflu or Xofluza, feel free to ask your pediatrician!

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from our crew to yours!
Potomac Pediatrics will closing early today 1pm, and POPNOW will be closing at 4pm. Both offices will be closed tomorrow while our staff celebrate with their families, but we’ll be back open bright and early on Friday, December 26! As always, our on-call advice line is live 24/7 while the office is closed.

Wishing all of our patients and families a happy and healthy end to 2025! ❄️

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15204 Omega Drive Ste 100
Rockville, MD
20850

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

+13012796750

Website

http://www.potomacpediatrics.com/

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