Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room
It’s 7 pm on a Friday night when you hear what sounds like a tumble or fall, followed by a loud shriek. Your five-year-old is crying, holding his wrist. It appears to be injured or, [Read More]
Article Category: Health & Wellness
Tips for Children Wearing Masks During the Pandemic
As cities and states begin to reopen, people, including children, are being asked to wear masks when out in public. Children may not understand why they have to wear a mask or the right way [Read More]
Getting the Most Out of Virtual Dr. Visits for Your Child
Teleconferencing apps like Zoom promote good communication between families and physicians while preventing exposure to COVID-19. Although direct human contact and the ability to check height, weight, blood pressure and pulse are missing, the strategy [Read More]
Coping with COVID-19 at Home
The COVID-19 pandemic is creating stress in individuals of all ages. Children can be particularly fearful, as they may not fully comprehend what is happening. Nina Reynolds, Ph.D., provides tips for parents on mitigating anxiety [Read More]
Make Your Own No-Sew Face Mask with UAB – VIDEO
You can make your own face mask, no sewing necessary, using materials you likely have at home! A T-shirt mask tutorial from Lillis Taylor, artist-in-residence with the Institute for Arts in Medicine at the University [Read More]
Teach Your Kids Good Handwashing Skills
We all know the vital role handwashing plays to prevent the spread of COVID-19, germs and bacteria, and to keep all kids and adults healthy. It is important for everyone to make handwashing a regular [Read More]
Coronavirus Virus Cancellations in Birmingham and Prevention Tips
As more cities place limits on public gatherings in order to help prevent the spread of the Covid 19 Coronavirus, many local events, such as our own annual Birmingham Parent’s Special Needs Expo are being [Read More]
Child’s Toothbrush Injury Provides Good Lesson for Parents
Reese White is just like any other second-grade girl. As the youngest of David and Kelley White’s four children, Reese is the only one in the household who isn’t tall enough to look at herself [Read More]
Creating Healthy Dental Habits for Your Kids
When it comes to parenting, there’s always lots of questions. Is that safe? What food should we be feeding baby? Does that cough mean we should go to the doctor? Is our child reaching milestones [Read More]
Birmingham Parent Announces Your Favorite Kids’ Docs for 2019
Back by popular demand is our Favorite Kids’ Docs list for 2019! There’s nothing better than a personal referral for a great doctor for you or your child. Imagine a big notebook full of great [Read More]