Coastal Pediatric Group

05/12/2026

We are accepting new patients! One thing our patients love about us, is our top-notch communication! We answer our phones usually on the first ring AND you have the option to text with us! Our secure messaging app is great for busy parent's who don't have the time to make that phone call. Got a question for a nurse? Send us a text! Need a refill? Send us a text! We are here for you 💛

05/06/2026

🩺 Happy Nurses Week to all of the great nurses out there, and especially to our wonderful staff! We couldn’t do it without you 🩷

04/23/2026

Mono is making its rounds right now, so we wanted to share a quick heads-up for our families

“Mono” (short for mononucleosis) is a viral illness that commonly affects older kids, teens, and young adults. It spreads through saliva—so things like sharing drinks, utensils, or close contact can pass it along.

Common symptoms to watch for:
• Extreme fatigue (this is usually the biggest clue)
• Sore throat
• Fever
• Swollen glands (especially in the neck)
• Headache or body aches

Mono can sometimes be mistaken for strep throat, but treatment is different—so it’s important to get evaluated if symptoms are lingering or severe.

It is especially important to check for mono if your child plays contact sports. Mono can cause the spleen to enlarge and rough activity can cause an urgent and serious injury.

If your child isn’t improving, seems unusually tired, or you’re just not sure what’s going on, give us a call, we can get them tested here in the office—we’re here to help!

04/09/2026

🌞Summer camp season is almost here! Many camps have health forms that must be completed by your pediatrician, and these often require your child to be up to date on their annual wellness check/physical.
Our schedule fills up quickly through the summer, so if your child will be attending camp and needs paperwork completed, now is the time to get them scheduled!
Give us a call to book their wellness visit to ensure you are getting the day and time that you need. We’re happy to help get them ready for a fun and healthy summer!

04/03/2026

We are 🐣OPEN🐰 today until 5!

03/31/2026

💜 April is the Month of the Military Child! 💜

This month, we celebrate the strength and resilience of military kids — the heroes behind the heroes. From frequent moves to long deployments, these amazing children handle big changes with courage and heart. 🇺🇸

Help us “Purple Up” to show our support! Wear purple throughout April, and you’ll see our staff rocking purple too in honor of our military families. 💜

Join us in recognizing and celebrating these incredible kids who serve in their own special way!

03/23/2026

☀️Let's talk about sunscreen and how to have safe fun in the sun!
Make sure your sunscreen has these on the label:
Broad spectrum – Protects against UVA and UVB sunrays.
Water-resistant – Water-resistant for up to 40 to 80 minutes. Sunscreens are not waterproof.
Sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher
Mineral sunscreen is recommended for babies over 6 months old, young children, and people with sensitive skin. These sunscreens contain either titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. Check your sunscreen for these.
Tinted sunscreens can be used to protect from UVA, UVB, and VL. These are best for people with skin of color.
For sunscreen to work, it must be used correctly. Follow this guideline:
1-Apply sunscreen about 15 to 30 minutes before kids go outside.
Don't forget about ears, hands, feet, shoulders, and behind the neck. Lift up bathing suit straps and apply sunscreen underneath them (in case the straps shift as a child moves). Protect lips with an SPF 30 lip balm.
2-Apply sunscreen generously. Dermatologists recommend using 1 ounce (enough to fill a shot glass or plastic medicine cup) to cover the exposed areas of the body. Another trick is to use the “teaspoon rule.” Use 9 teaspoons of sunscreen for the whole body: 1 teaspoon for the face and neck, 1 teaspoon for the front of the torso and 1 for the back of the torso, 1 teaspoon for each arm, and 2 teaspoons for each leg.
3-Reapply sunscreen often, about every 2 hours. Reapply after a child has been sweating or swimming.
4-Apply a water-resistant sunscreen if kids will be around water or swimming. Water reflects and intensifies the sun's rays, so kids need protection that lasts. Water-resistant sunscreens may last up to 80 minutes in the water, and some are also sweat-resistant. But regardless of the water-resistant label, be sure to reapply sunscreen when kids come out of the water.
5-Check the expiration date on your sunscreen. If it has changed in color or feeling (texture), throw it away and get new sunscreen.
Children that get sunburnt are at a higher risk of getting skin cancer later in life. A sunburn is a sign of skin damage that you can see, but there is also damage you can’t see. This can happen with all skin types.

03/19/2026

🚨Our office building is closed today, but we’re still here for you by phone! We are sorry for any inconvenience.
We are open normal business hours tomorrow, Friday the 20th!

03/16/2026

03/06/2026

We are accepting new patients! Enrolling is easy, just give us a call!

03/03/2026

Spring Break is almost here! ☀️🌴
We do see vacationers for sick visits as our schedule allows. Call ahead to check availability — we’ll do our best to fit you in!

Safe travels to everyone! ✨