When aches and pains occur in children between the ages of 3 to 14 years, growing pains are often the cause. When should you be concerned that it’s something more? How can you help your child manage the pain and discomfort? As a pediatric nurse practitioner in Akron Children’s department of Pediatric Rheumatology, Marlene Thompson […]
Get faster responses through MyChart messaging
MyChart messaging is making it easier to communicate with providers anytime a question or concern pops up — day or night. No more phone tag or waiting for the doctor’s office to open. From prescription renewal requests and questions about their child’s medication to concerns about new symptoms to interpreting test results, more and more […]
What parents need to know about naps: why, when and how much
Nap. It’s a small word, but for children and parents a hugely important one. Naptime offers children much-needed rest to wake up refreshed and alert, while also giving parents a brief oasis during the day to tackle household chores or just unwind. Naps also help keep kids from becoming overtired, which not only takes […]
Do’s and don’ts to properly expressing, storing and thawing mom’s “liquid gold”
Though pumping can be a pain — literally — when you need to be away from your baby, it’ll all be worth it. Pumping can help you get some much-needed rest and let your baby’s father bond with and feed her. Plus, it allows you to continue breastfeeding even after you return to work. Pumping […]
Nutrition and puberty: The best way to feed your child’s growth
Puberty is one of the most transformative and significant events in every child’s life: marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. As kids begin puberty, dramatic physical and emotional changes take place. Kids gain about 20 percent of their final adult weight, bone mass increases by about 40 percent, organs grow bigger and the brain […]
How to help your toddler sleep more
Sleep is very important for toddler brain development and wellbeing, but getting your toddler to sleep can be a struggle. Dr. Elizabeth (Zizzy) Bucchieri, Akron Children’s pediatrician, shares how you can help your toddler get to sleep. “For preschoolers between the ages of three to five, the goal is somewhere between 10 and 13 hours […]