Using a Humidifier for Baby “Now that cold weather is upon us we have begun turning on our heater at home. The problem is that now the air in the house has become extremely dry. My 7-month-old son suffers from eczema and on top of that his nasal passages and the skin around his nostrils […]
Dr. Jim on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus that usually causes symptoms of a mild cold, and is currently (as of fall 2022) experiencing a surge. Here’s Dr. Jim with a video describing why we’re seeing this surge in RSV, symptoms, prevention tips, at-home treatments, and advice for when to seek medical treatment. For those […]
Correct Humidity Level for Baby’s Room
Correct Humidity Level in Baby’s Room “What is the correct humidity level for our baby’s room? My husband insists that the proper level is between 30-50%. And so I did some research, and found that the Environmental Protection Agency recommends a humidity level no higher than 50 percent.” A humidity range between 40-60% is healthy […]
Croup Symptoms and Treatment
Recognizing and Treating Croup Your child has had a mild cold for the past day or two, and then around bedtime, you hear it starting. That barky, raspy cough that sounds like a seal asking for his next meal. If you have heard a “croupy” cough before, there’s no mistaking it. If your child has […]
Child Eczema: Causes and Treatments
Understanding and Treating Eczema in Babies, Toddlers & Older Children Eczema (or atopic dermatitis) in children can start as early as two months of age. It’s a very common condition, affecting approximately 10% of infants and children. Here are tips about understanding and treating eczema. Common Scenarios Your 13-month-old has been off of formula for […]
Child Snoring Concerns
Is Snoring a Health Concern? My 4.5 old snores, it started consistently about 3 weeks ago. I’ve noticed she has her mouth slightly open and tongue thrusted. She has a humidifier and I’ve checked her breathing at night and it’s been normal. Changing her sleep position doesn’t stop her from snoring. Is it okay to […]
Chicken Skin (Keratosis Pilaris)
Chicken Skin: Ways to Treat Keratosis Pilaris Do you have any advice for chicken skin on a toddler? I have tried to eliminate so many different foods from my daughters diet but it will not go away. Is this just something we have to deal with ? Answer: “Chicken skin” in dermatological speak is called […]
Better Breathing With An Open Nose
As the mouth is the entry point for food, the nose is the entry point for air. A stuffy nose is one of the top nuisances at all ages. Besides missing out on the comfort of taking a deep breath through a clear nose, an overstuffed nose can compromise breathing and lead to a sinus […]
Pregnancy Skin Care
The Basics of Pregnancy Skin Care The skin of a pregnant woman needs extra care, not only cosmetically, but for comfort. Try these pregnancy skin care tips for taking good care of the skin that holds you together. Avoid sun damage Because of overactive pigment-producing cells, the skin of a pregnant woman is ultra-sensitive to […]
Recurrent Croup
“I have a 3-year-old daughter that has just had another “battle” w/ croup. She just turned 3 in April. She woke up w/ croup 2 days ago. The last outbreak was March 21. We are using more of the steroid pills that were prescribed, the doc was nice enough to give us enough in case […]
Track and Prevent Allergies
5 Steps to Track and Prevent Allergies Now we’re ready to really get down to business. The following 5 steps will help you determine what’s causing the allergies and how to prevent exposure to the allergens. Step 1 – Determine When and Where the Allergy Symptoms are Occurring Nighttime and upon waking – if your child […]
Antihistamine & Decongestant
Recommended brands: Vick’s Children’s DayQuil Allergy (6 months and up) With a Fever reducer: Children’s Tylenol Cold Liquid (6 months and up) Children’s Tylenol Cold Chewables (2 years and up) When to Use Runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion, and fever. I only use a combination medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering […]