In our experience, parents get overly concerned with fevers. Fever is a sign that your body is dealing with some type of infectious process whether it is something mild or something very severe. How high the fever is DOES NOT determine if the infection is severe or not. Our office staff and providers need to know what …
The use of Peppermint Essential Oil (2-3 drops on the soles of the feet and the spine) is an option. **It is recommended to dilute the oil with Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Coconut Oil when applying to children. Peppermint Essential Oil can have a tingling sensation on a child that they can’t explain and may cause …
Two things to consider: Is this an acute problem (i.e. yesterday the stool was normal and today it looks like diarrhea)? Many times acute issues are linked with fever, vomiting, blood in the stool, and/or dehydration. If your acute issues are linked with the above issues, then make an appointment and have your child evaluated. …
This is one of the most common complaints in the toddler and infant period. In most instances there is no magic bullet to halt the process, and many times the conventional approaches create further problems. It is very common when pediatricians initially start their practice in pediatrics to have to refer several patients to Ear, …
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We will discuss these types of questions in the office, so when issues arise you will have a plan. It is at your own risk when you use natural agents or other over the counter remedies which are not our specific recommendations. We will only give recommendations about supplements, herbals, or homeopathics that we have …
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After much research by Dr. Naidoo and other staff members, our office feels that in the APPROPRIATE situations, the essential oils may have a much higher benefit to supporting the body’s ability to heal than the use of over the counter medications, and even in some instances, prescriptions. Most medications, whether by prescription or over …
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This is a very common question around the 4-6 month period, and can be an issue through the first couple years of life. Over the counter, homeopathic teething tablets that dissolve, amber teething necklaces, Motrin (ibuprofen) as needed over the age of 6 months, cold teething rings, and Clove essential oil (diluted and please discuss …
This is a very common complaint in our patient population. We can discuss with you by appointment for chronic issues ongoing for over 2 weeks. If it is an issue that started in the past week, and there is NO VOMITING, you may call our nurse line and leave a message for a recommendation. Oftentimes, …
We feel that nursing is one of the most critical aspects of the first year of life. We will do everything we can to motivate and assist our mothers to be successful at nursing. Unlike many other offices, we will ensure that before making any recommendations about supplementation with formula or donor breast milk, we …
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We want to keep your life simple as a parent with an infant. We have several mothers with careers outside the home and very busy lives that do not allow them to be with their little ones full time. It is understandable that in certain situations, formula is necessary. We want your child to thrive, …
