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My baby is Coombs positive. What’s D.A.T.?
Yes, I know, it is not exactly “a top of the evening news” exciting subject. But, with 4 million babies ...
My baby is Coombs positive. What’s D.A.T.?
Learn about the implications of a positive Coombs test in babies. We’ll break down why monitoring for these issues is ...
Pregnancy, pain and your baby: How safe is taking prescription pain medicine during your pregnancy?
There he was in my arms, a beautiful baby boy, just days old, in his blue and pink striped hat ...
Transitioning from a sippy cup: How and when to make the change
I have triplets. And when they were babies, I read every blog post and piece of advice I could find ...
Shoulder and elbow injuries in baseball and softball players: 3 tips to keep your player on the field
As spring baseball and softball seasons come into full swing, so will shoulder and elbow injuries. These injuries can range ...
My toddler accidentally took Concerta: True confessions of a MomDoc
What happens when a toddler takes ADHD medication? My 16-month-old took her brother’s Concerta, a stimulant intended to treat ADHD ...
Avoid a season-ending injury: 4 tips to prevent ACL injuries in young athletes
Athletes of all ages have learned to fear these words: “You tore your ACL.” It’s news that I dread giving ...
Sick Again! The challenges of the winter cold and flu season
There you are, wiping that little nose again. And again. One more time… Okay, last time. Or maybe your house ...
Sprained, bruised or broken? When to go to the ER with orthopedic injuries
I have seen all kinds of sports injuries on the sideline and in the clinic, everything from a bruised finger ...