Fee, Fi, Fo, FLU The giant is among us: the seasonal influenza epidemic. This viral infection, known as Influenza or "the flu," for short, is hitting us hard and early this year. Given all the questions and concerns, Center City Pediatrics would like to equip our families with important and accurate information on flu prevention and treatment for children. What are the symptoms of the flu? Flu … [Read more...] about Flu Season Is Here
Archives for January 2018
Tummy Time Basics
Lauren Weiss (PT, DPT) and Kirsten Miller (OTR/L) share their thoughts on tummy time and its role in promoting healthy gross motor development. Want additional tummy time tips and more? The pair facilitates a weekly workshop – “Play Your Way to Developmental Milestones” – on Friday mornings in our Center City office. Since the start of the “Back to Sleep Campaign”, many parents and caregivers … [Read more...] about Tummy Time Basics
Breathe Hard and Sweat a Bit
In this guide to kids and exercise, our pediatricians explore the benefits of physical activity and some ideas to get moving! Getting exercise is not as easy as it used to be. “In my day, I had to walk five miles back and forth to school every day, and that was uphill both ways, in the snow and on Saturdays!!” Sound familiar? Ok, ok, I am sure it was not that ridiculous. But, there is some … [Read more...] about Breathe Hard and Sweat a Bit