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Peak Fussiness

I am happy to report that we are at the 5-week mark with baby #2. In virtually every way baby #2 has been much easier than baby #1. Mostly we attribute this to less trial and error parenting on our part rather than any major difference between the two.  We hope our first son can forgive us someday.

One thing that we have kept our eye on is the 5-weeks mark.  If you remember from one of my previous posts on crying, peak fussiness happens in babies [Read more...]

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You Decide: What is a Strep Carrier?

Understanding what it means to be a Strep carrier is critical if you want to understand the management of sore throat.  It is especially critical for Smart Parents to understand so they can be vigilant to make sure their children are not needlessly exposed to antibiotics and their side-effects.  While most physicians are aware that some kids [Read more...]

Antibiotic Eye Ointment in Babies

In the hospital, one of the first things the delivery nurse is likely to do to your baby is spread a greasy concoction of antibiotic ointment into your baby’s eyes.  This ointment will certainly make it hazy during those early hours [Read more...]

Sugar Water for Vaccine Pain

There are many different controversies surrounding immunization in children.  One of the controversies surrounds controlling the pain children experience with vaccinations.  If you do choose to vaccinate your baby, there are a few things you might consider to help ease the pain your newborn experiences. [Read more...]

Umbilical Cord Infection?

I got a call from some friends the other day regarding their new daughter’s umbilical cord. This is a common problem that many new parents encounter and also a common problem that I see in the ER. The issue relates to infection. Infection of the umbilical cord is a serious problem and ALWAYS requires medical intervention. However, in the normal process of the umbilical cord falling off it often looks pretty horrible sometimes resembling infection.  So how to tell?  Hopefully this post will help some parents with that very question.   [Read more...]

You Decide: Strep & Throat Abscess

If you discuss Strep throat long enough someone will eventually bring up the potential complication of a throat abscess.  The fancy medical name for this is peritonsillar abscess (or in the U.K. – Quincy).  Basically this is when you have a large collection of pus in one of your tonsils.  In the era of ready access to the ER, surgeons,  and antibiotics this is generally [Read more...]

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Babywise Tips

For those who follow my experience with Babywise, you will note that one of my suggestions involves finding others who have been there and done that.  With that in mind, I have a new recommendation for both first time and seasoned Babywise parents.  The Blog is called Babywise Tips and the author is a trusted friend and parent. [Read more...]

Vaccine Info & Updates

Pneumonia Vaccine in Children

The pneumonia vaccine (Prevnar-7®) is a relatively new addition to the immunization schedule for infants and children. Even though many people call it the pneumonia vaccine it actually protects children against meningitis, blood infection, ear infection, and pneumonia.  In the U.S. [Read more...]

H1N1 Vaccine Safety

There is just so much information available to us these days that it is often difficult to even know where to start when trying to answer a basic question.  One question that I have, as do many of my readers is… [Read more...]

Thimerosal and the Flu Vaccine

There is still a great deal of concern in the press and especially cyberspace regarding Thimerosal, which is a mercury containing compound.  This is despite a wealth of evidence that it in no way leads to, or causes, autism.  However, [Read more...]

Measles Stats

Here is a link to some recent stats on measles in the US. Of all the vaccines that parents choose to decline or delay, this is almost certainly number one on the list. More, of all the vaccines given, this is also first on the list for fear-mongering by the media and conspiracy theorizing by rogue scientists. Smart Parents no doubt consider all the information when making health decisions for their children. This article is certainly one important [Read more...]

Dr. Bob’s Alternative Vaccine Schedule

Many parents have read The Vaccine Book, written by Dr. Sears, and have decided to use either his alternative or selective vaccine schedule.  For those who read this blog, you will note that I have recommended it as a useful book.  I think the book is well researched and gives parents a nice balance of the potential risks of vaccines and the actual risks of the diseases the vaccines are meant to prevent. [Read more...]

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