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Newborns & COVID-19

Question My partner and I got COVID-19 vaccines while I was pregnant, but is it safe for our newborn to be around unvaccinated people?...

Meet Dr. Liedecker

Dr. Sheryl Leidecker completed medical school in Houston, Texas, and her pediatric training in Toledo, Ohio. She is Board Certified in...

Immunizations For Kids

Why is it so important for my kids to get caught up on their childhood immunizations during the COVID-19 pandemic? Shaunte Anum-Addo, MD,...

Safe Schools During The COVID-19 Pandemic

As we’ve learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, going to school in person is how children and teens learn best. Many students also get...

Visiting The Pediatrician Doesn’t Have To Be Scary

Fear of the doctor is an issue that resonates with many families. Many parents of toddlers and preschoolers say their children are afraid...

Is your child ready for the 21/22 school year?

While we are enjoying pool parties and vacations now, the 2021/2022 school year is right around the corner. For many families, this year...

Meet Dr. Bullock

Kids First pediatrics was founded in 2008 by Selam Bullock, MD, FAAP, with the mission to treat the entire well-being of a child, not...

Physicals for kindergarten & Middle School Students

Is Your Child Ready to Enter Kindergarten or Middle School In The Fall? Congratulations, you and your kids made it through a tough school...

4th of July Safety

Stay Safe this 4th of July- healthychildren.org On any other day of the year, would you hand your child matches or a flaming candle...

Masks For Unvaccinated Children

Does my unvaccinated child still have to wear a mask when the rest of the family doesn’t?- healthychildren.org Answer New guidance...

Sun Safety For Kids

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. And together, with the American Academy of Dermatology and The American Academy of Pediatrics, Kids...

Preparing For Summer Camp

As the world starts to open back up, many kids are excited to resume their annual trips to their favorite summer camps. While summer...

The Science Behind the COVID-19 Vaccine: Parent FAQ’s

As a parent, you probably have plenty of questions about COVID-19 vaccines. Right now, only the Pfizer vaccine is authorized for kids age...

Is It Safe To Travel This Spring?

As the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues, we get a glimmer of hope that the end of the pandemic may finally be within sight. Some...

New Born Visits

Celebrating the miracle of birth is very exciting. Whether you are a parent for the first time, or well seasoned when it comes to caring...

Should Your Child Be Tested for COVID-19?

Many families are asking whether their children should be tested for COVID-19. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages parents to...

Virtual Prenatal Appointments at Kids First Pediatrics

Whether you are a first-time mom or expecting again, the Kids First board certified pediatricians and certified pediatric nurse...

Don’t Wait to See a Pediatrician

Why is it important to see your pediatrician? If you have put off doctor visits during the COVID-19 pandemic, now is a good time to visit...

Returning to School During COVID-19

New COVID-19 vaccines offer families hope that everyday life, including school, can get back to normal. Vaccines likely will not be...

Screen Time Strain on Kids

How can I help my child avoid eye and back strain from being on the computer?- healthychildren.org By Gary Kirkilas, DO, FAAP...