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Two New Pediatricians Will Join Our Team This Fall
Tue, Jul 27, 2021
In Autumn 2021 we will be welcoming two new physicians to Sound Beach Pediatrics, Dr. Jennifer Fenster and Dr. Alyssa Schunk. They are going to be fantastic additions to our team, and we we can’t wait for you to meet them!
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...
Continue reading »Dr. Katy shares her sunny outlook and practice’s enthusiasm for COVID19 vaccination for children
Thu, Mar 4, 2021
Sound Beach Pediatrics sees a bright future ahead with the growing availability of the COVID19 vaccine and its use in children on the horizon.
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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Happy New Year & Update
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
Dear SBP Families,
Thank you for the lovely holiday cards many of you sent our way and Happy New Year right back to each of you! We all hope you and your family are well and enjoyed the holidays. With the new year has come the expected surge in COVID19 cases and a significant increase...
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“Healthy Living Doesn’t Stop During a Pandemic” ~ A Reminder to Family Members of All Ages
Wed, Dec 16, 2020
Dear Sound Beach Pediatrics Families,
Dr. Henry and I hope this message finds you well! With increasing community COVID19 spread, it is now more important than ever before to exercise caution and use discretion in our day-to-day activities. Wearing masks and maintaining social distancing continue to be the mainstays of disease...
Continue reading »Dr. Katy Coming Back Strong with New SBP Initiatives!
Fri, Oct 23, 2020
Dr. Katy returns to telemedicine next week! SBP opening more flu clinic days and expanding care for sick children in office starting in November!
Changes to Office Workflow
Thu, Oct 1, 2020
As of October 5, 2020
Our goal is to continue to provide outstanding health care to our families, while simultaneously protecting our patients and our staff from COVID-19 disease transmission. Based the latest guidance from the CDC, the AAP and Yale, Sound Beach Pediatrics has modified our workflow as follows:
Office hours remain the same:
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Welcome back, Dr. Maggie!
Mon, Jul 20, 2020
Dr. Maggie and her husband Jim Omstrom share a recent photo of their adorable family! We are thrilled Dr. Maggie will be back in the office seeing patients in September! Take a peek at their four adorable children.... 4-month old twins Cece and Will in Maggie's arms, and Elle (2y)...
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Two New Pediatricians Will Join Our Team This Fall
Tue, Jul 27, 2021
The Latest Update on COVID19 Vaccination for Children
Wed, May 12, 2021
Dr. Katy shares her sunny outlook and practice’s enthusiasm for COVID19 vaccination for children
Thu, Mar 4, 2021
New Guidance for Patients with Recent or Prior COVID19 Infection
Wed, Jan 27, 2021
Happy New Year & Update
Thu, Jan 14, 2021
“Healthy Living Doesn’t Stop During a Pandemic” ~ A Reminder to Family Members of All Ages
Wed, Dec 16, 2020
Dr. Katy Coming Back Strong with New SBP Initiatives!
Fri, Oct 23, 2020
Changes to Office Workflow
Thu, Oct 1, 2020
Welcome back, Dr. Maggie!
Mon, Jul 20, 2020
Getting your child to develop curiosity about the world and be ready to learn starts when they're a baby. Here are 5 simple education activities to do with your baby that are screen-free!
“The AAP recommends this to build language, literacy, and social-emotional skills that last a lifetime. It's never too young to start reading with your baby. Reading to your child, research suggests, boosts activity in parts of the brain that form the building blocks of language, literacy skills and imagination.”
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5 Secrets to a Smarter Baby: School Readiness Can Start Now
www.healthychildren.org
There are some basic things you can do right now to start raising a child who is curious about the world and ready to learn. These early education activities we're talking about are simple―and scree...
Welcoming two fantastic physicians who are joining Sound Beach Pediatrics this fall! To learn more about Dr. Jennifer Fenster & Dr. Alyssa Schunk, click here: buff.ly/3zLZc7o
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Do you have a child starting kindergarten this year? Starting school can be both exciting and scary for many young children. Here are some tips on how you can prepare your child for this new transition and some books to read with them that will help make the experience a positive one!
"Make sure you and your child know the routine for before- and after-school care if that applies. Discuss where he/she will go, how he/she will get between school and child care, how he/she will get home, etc. Have a back-up plan for what to do in case you are late. You probably had a plan for your current early childhood center, but be sure that your emergency pick-up people know where the new school or after-school program is located and what the pick-up routine is there. Better to prepare ahead of time than wait for an emergency."
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Getting Ready for Kindergarten: How to Prepare & What to Expect
www.brighthorizons.com
The transition to kindergarten can be a big change for parents and children. These helpful tips can help prepare both you and your child for kindergarten.
Your baby taking their first steps is always an exciting milestone! Here’s how you can help them in the process via Pathways.
As a reminder, make sure to keep up with your child's well visits so that we can monitor their growth and development. Call our office to schedule an appointment.
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Working memory helps children to learn, follow directions, and solve problems. If your child has a difficult time keeping information in their mind or forgets things easily, here are some ways you can improve their memory.
"Encourage kids to create a picture in their mind of what they’ve just read or heard. For example, say you’ve asked your child to set the table for five people. Have your child imagine what the table should look like, and then draw it. As kids get better at visualizing, they can describe the image instead of drawing it."
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www.understood.org
Working memory games can help kids get better at remembering and using information. Here are eight simple ways to improve working memory in your child.
Taking a road trip this summer with a baby? Check out this guide on how to keep your baby safe and comfortable in the car and tips for car seat safety!
"If you plan on taking a long drive, it is important to make sure that your infant's car seat is properly installed. Be sure to read the instructions that came with the seat. The car seat needs to be rear-facing and installed at the correct angle. Following the manufacturer's instructions for installation angle helps prevent your baby's head from slumping down in the seat in a chin-to-chest position that blocks their airway."
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Is it safe for my baby to travel in a car seat a few hours at a time?
www.healthychildren.org
If you’re considering a road trip with your infant, here are some tips to help keep your baby safe and comfortable. 