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• posted: Jun. 11, 2024
• Nutrition,  Healthy Eating Habits

Establishing healthy eating habits in children is essential for their growth, development, and overall well-being. Good nutrition sets the foundation for a lifetime of health. It’s important to have an Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2024
• Childhood Sleep Disorders

As parents, you're familiar with the nighttime rituals of lullabies and bedtime stories, but what happens when those tender moments turn into hours of tossing and turning? Childhood sleep disorders Read More

• posted: May 30, 2024
• Asthma

Asthma is a common condition among children. While there is currently no way to cure asthma, it typically moderates with age and is often easier to manage and less disruptive Read More

• posted: May 28, 2024
• Pediatrician

Visiting a pediatrician at Young Pediatrics can be immensely beneficial for both parents and children in various scenarios. Routine check-ups monitor a child's growth and development, ensuring potential issues are Read More

• posted: May 08, 2024
• Screen Time

In today's digital age, technology plays an integral role in our daily lives, offering endless opportunities for learning, entertainment, and connection. While screens can be valuable tools for children's education Read More

• posted: May 01, 2024
• Immunizations

Children are surrounded by bacteria and viruses. Some of these bacteria and viruses can cause serious, even life-threatening diseases like meningitis, hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Immunizations safeguard your child’s health, and Read More

• posted: Apr. 18, 2024
• Vaccinations

Concerned about vaccinations for your child? Dr. Staci Young, Dr. Elizabeth Satterly, and Dr. Stephanie Lorts at Young Pediatrics in Glen Carbon, IL, provide important insight and clarity to calm Read More

• posted: Apr. 10, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Well-Child Visits,  Well-Child Check-ups

As parents, it's natural to feel concerned about your child's health and well-being, especially when they're experiencing symptoms or discomfort. While many childhood illnesses and injuries can be managed at Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Wellness Checkups,  Well Visits

Here’s the scoop on why you should be bringing your little ones in to see a pediatrician regularly. It's important that you make time to bring your children in to see Read More

• posted: Mar. 08, 2024
• Behavioral Health,  Behavioral Health Evaluation

As a parent, it’s only natural to be curious about your child’s behavior. Is your child’s behavior normal, or is it a sign your child needs help? A behavioral health Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2024
• Well-child Visits,  Regular Well Visits,  Well Visits

You want to safeguard your child’s health, but you can't do it alone. You need some help. Regular well visits to your pediatrician can protect your child’s health by providing Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2024
• Vaccinations

Children are one of the most vulnerable age groups because a child’s immune system is not as well developed as that of an adult. Early childhood vaccinations play an important Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2024
• Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity affects approximately 30% of children in the U.S., and numbers continue to rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity is one's body mass Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2024
• Ear Infections

Ear infections are common in children because their ears are not fully developed, and it can be difficult to properly drain fluid. Ear infections can be brutal, and it can Read More

• posted: Jan. 01, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Child Development

Monitoring your child’s development is an important part of what a pediatrician does. It’s important to visit your pediatrician, because child development is a complex area and needs the expertise Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2023
• Mental Health

You want your child to be healthy, and an important part of good health is great mental health. Promoting mental health in your child is one of the most important Read More