As a mom, I know how tempting it is to drop off the instrument your child forgot to take to school or to stop a mess before it’s made but, sometimes, these ‘teachable moments’ can build character, discipline and help your child be more responsible later in life. We teach children through example, advising and, […]
About Dr. Sarah Adams - Pediatrician
Good Sports Don’t Always Play On The Field
“Is that normal?” is a question I’ve heard a lot as a pediatrician. And with fall sports in full swing, I find some parents struggle with the idea that their child just isn’t interested in participating in organized sports. Is that normal? Yes. Is it okay? Yes. What should I do about it? Keep him […]
Family Vacations Can Be A Trip
My husband and I have always said that traveling just the two of us was a vacation and traveling with the kids was a trip. We learned quickly when we took our first born Gabe at 6 months old to the beach that vacationing would never be the same. We love traveling with the kids, […]
Healthy Media Diet: Looking Up is 1st Step
New research has discovered that teens spend 9 hours a day in front of a screen, while tweens (ages 8-12) spend about 6. How and when do they find the time? When my children were younger (and prior to smartphones), our school-day routine was very tight. Can you relate to this tight schedule? Wake up […]
A parent’s survival guide to fall sports: 20 tips from Dr. Mom
I love this time of year as a pediatrician because I get to see so many athletes for their sports physical. It’s fun to see their excitement and passion for their sport. As a pediatrician for 19 years in the same community, I have seen so many of these teens grow up and it brings me joy to see them happy, healthy and exercising.
Parents are the key to safe teen drivers
Let’s face it – watching your child drive away for the first time or the many times after that can be very stressful. I can still picture myself in the driveway waving goodbye and saying a prayer to keep them safe.
