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New COVID19 Guidelines & More Questions…
Wed, Jan 12, 2022
Happy New Year to Our SBP Families!
With the new year has come new and revised guidelines and recommendations related to COVID19 from the CDC. With these changes, many families have felt frustrated and confused. Parents are not alone! Many health care providers across institutions are uneasy about the changes and...
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Holiday Hours
Wed, Dec 22, 2021
Happy Holidays from all of us at Sound Beach Pediatrics!
Please see our holiday hours below...
Christmas Eve (Federal Holiday), Friday 12/24/21:
Office is closed; urgent calls will be handled by the on call physician.
Christmas Day, Saturday 12/25/21:
Office is closed; physician on call will...
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Happy Holidays! (And Holiday Challenges)
Thu, Dec 16, 2021
Dear Sound Beach Pediatrics Families,
All of us at Sound Beach Pediatrics wish you Happy Holidays and hope that the coming days are a special time for your family.
It goes without saying that the challenges of the COVID19 pandemic seem to be more present and palpable. We are seeing increasing difficulties...
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Appointments for COVID19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11 Years
Wed, Nov 3, 2021
We just received news that Yale New Haven Health (YNHH) will be providing Pfizer's COVID19 vaccine for children ages 5-11 years starting November 7! Schedule your child's appointment today. Do you have questions? Here is the latest information from the CDC.
Update on Pfizer COVID19 Vaccine for Children
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
Sound Beach Pediatrics is excited to hear that an FDA advisory committee has voted to recommend emergency use authorization of the Pfizer COVID19 vaccine for children ages 5-11, with the FDA’s final ruling expected very soon.
Continue reading »Sound Beach Pediatrics advocates for the COVID19 vaccination for children and we intend to...
Welcome Dr. Alyssa & Dr. Jennifer!
Fri, Oct 22, 2021
Sound Beach Pediatrics welcomes Dr. Alyssa Schunk & Dr. Jennifer Fenster, our two new wonderful pediatricians! We are thrilled they have joined the SBP Team!
Updated Office Workflow
Tue, Aug 3, 2021
As of January 14, 2022
We are currently seeing a surge of sick patients right now, and a surge in COVID19 infections in parallel with what we are seeing across the nation. There are numerous changes in CDC guidelines, and schools and daycare centers in the community are updating their protocols....
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The Latest Update on COVID19 Vaccination for Children
Wed, May 12, 2021
Good morning!
As many of you know, the FDA has just authorized the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children between the ages of 12 and 15 in the US. As the Washington Post just reported (5/10), this authorization was based on “a trial of nearly 2,300...
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New Guidance for Patients with Recent or Prior COVID19 Infection
Wed, Jan 27, 2021
Dear SBP Families,
Dr. Henry and I wanted to reach out with an important update related to children, COVID19, the rare but serious potential for cardiac complications, and new guidance on return to PE and sports clearance. This is an important topic for all parents to understand – so please...
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New COVID19 Guidelines & More Questions…
Wed, Jan 12, 2022
Holiday Hours
Wed, Dec 22, 2021
Happy Holidays! (And Holiday Challenges)
Thu, Dec 16, 2021
Appointments for COVID19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11 Years
Wed, Nov 3, 2021
Update on Pfizer COVID19 Vaccine for Children
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
Welcome Dr. Alyssa & Dr. Jennifer!
Fri, Oct 22, 2021
Updated Office Workflow
Tue, Aug 3, 2021
The Latest Update on COVID19 Vaccination for Children
Wed, May 12, 2021
New Guidance for Patients with Recent or Prior COVID19 Infection
Wed, Jan 27, 2021
In celebration of #AAPIHeritageMonth, check out this list of children's books featuring stories about Asian American and Pacific Islander history and culture to share with the family!
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Celebrating Asian Pacific American History and Culture
www.readingrockets.org
A good book can open a child's eyes to new places, new customs. From family stories (Grandfather's Journey) to folktales (Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story) to feeling connected to a new culture (The Name ...
Sun safety is important during summer and all year round. Here are tips on to protect babies and kids from the sun and how to choose and apply sunscreen.
"Keep babies younger than 6 months out of direct sunlight. Find shade under a tree, an umbrella, or the stroller canopy.
When possible, dress yourself and your children in cool, comfortable clothing that covers the body, such as lightweight cotton pants, long-sleeved shirts, and hats."
#pediatrics #pediatrician #parentingtips #sunsafety
Sun Safety: Information for Parents About Sunburn & Sunscreen
www.healthychildren.org
Sunscreen can help protect the skin from sunburn and some skin cancers but only if used correctly. Keep in mind that sunscreen should be used for sun protection, not as a reason to stay in the sun lon...
Screen time can be addictive for many kids and too much of it can have an impact on their sleep, school performance, social life, and mental health. Here’s a great guide on making sure that your children’s screen time is healthy, depending on their age group.
“Start leading by example early. Even before your child has a phone or tablet of her own, show her how they should be used. Don’t check your messages at the dinner table. Look at people when they’re talking to you — not at your phone. Remember that your children are always watching you and young children notice everything — that’s how they learn.”
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Media Guidelines for Kids of All Ages - Child Mind Institute
childmind.org
Child Mind Institute helps parents create healthy boundaries for kids' screen time, broken down for different age groups.