Iron Deficiency Iron is a mineral that plays a critical role in ensuring that oxygen gets from our lungs to the rest of our bodies. Without iron, childre...
Too Much Milk Did you know? Large quantities of cow’s milk (more than 32 ounces per day) can interfere with the proper absorption of iron, increasing a...
Using Hormones to Regulate Menstruation Many of our families have asked about the use of hormonal birth control in adolescents. The question pertained to young women who are not...
Do Parents Need a Measles Booster? Many of you have asked if our Peds at the Meadows parents need to get a measles booster vaccine, since those born between 1957 and 1989 m...
Nutrition 101 For those who guessed it, our next topic is NUTRITION. There is so much to cover, so strap in and get ready for the ride! We hope to brea...
Tylenol and Ibuprofen Dosage For your convenience, Pediatrics at the Meadows has included charts with standard Tylenol and Ibuprofen dosage. It's critical that you ch...
