11 Things You Can Do To Promote Your Child's Speech Development By Ruben J. Rucoba, MD Parents spend much of the first year of their child’s life waiting for him/her to talk, and when that first word arrives, it’s a joyous event. I often get asked...
What A Lactation Consultant Can Do For New Parents No matter how prepared you may be, becoming a new mom is a constant learning process. Right from the start, you find that questions are constantly popping up, changes are occurring more and more quickly, and you...
The Dangers of Marijuana: What the Legalization Means for Our Youth By: Susan Sirota, MD As you have probably heard, recreational marijuana sales began on January 1, 2020 in Illinois. Many of us live in towns that have opted in, allowing the sale of marijuana to adults...
With 2020 just around the corner, it’s time to think about making some resolutions. This year, try making some as a family: Read: Reading to your child is important for language development and encouraging a love of books. Make time to read to younger children...
By Dr. Ruben Rucoba When I was working in the Pediatric ICU as a resident many years ago, I remember one unfortunate boy who arrived late one night around the holidays. Rudy (not his real name) was a cute 4-year-old who was brought to the hospital...
As winter break nears, so do the travel plans of many. While it’s easy to become overwhelmed with excitement, it’s vital to remember that not only is it important to think about health and safety throughout your trip, but it should also be on your...
On-Demand Telemedicine Visits Coming 12/09! At PediaTrust, we’re proud to be here when you need us, so we are in the process of rolling out our telemedicine program, offering virtual visits for certain scheduled and on-demand visits. Don't worry about packing up the kids, driving, waiting in...
By: Dr. Joshua Levin We used to think of gender in simplistic terms. Male or female. Boy or girl. Men’s bathroom or women’s bathroom. This is known as the “gender binary”. In this day and age, that binary system no longer holds, and the question of...
With Black Friday just a few days away, it’s important to be aware of the dangers that some toys pose to children. A full discussion of toy safety could fill a book, but some of the most important tips can be found here, courtesy of...
At PediaTrust, we’re proud to be here when you need us. In the coming weeks, PediaTrust will start our telemedicine program, offering virtual visits for certain scheduled and on-demand visits. Don't worry about packing up the kids, driving, waiting in traffic, and parking at the...