Sound Beach Pediatrics

22 hours ago

Flying with your baby this holiday season? It's important that you keep your infant safe on aircrafts using an FAA-approved car seat or an airplane harness device. Additionally, if you're traveling with formula or breastmilk, be prepared to let TSA know ahead of time and plan extra time for them to inspect it.

Read this guide for additional tips on ideal seating, activities, and distractions, and other questions you may have about traveling via jet with your baby.

"Generally, you should avoid flying with your newborn until they are at least 7 days old. Ideally, wait until your baby is two or three months old to fly. Air travel (and being in crowded airports) can increase a newborn's risk of catching an infectious disease." ... See MoreSee Less

Flying with Baby: Parent FAQs

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Babies and air travel can both be unpredictable, and they don't always mix well. But some advanced planning and preparation can help make for a better experience for your baby, for you, and for everyo...

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 days ago

The FDA has recently issued a recall on certain brands of cinnamon applesauce pouches. If you have purchased this product recently, please discontinue use as the pouches may put your child at risk of lead exposure. You can read the full list of recalled brands and products below. If you suspect your child has consumed any of the recalled products, please call our office.

"The only way to find lead in children is with a blood test. Most children with high lead levels won't look sick, but even small amounts can be harmful to the brain and make it harder for kids to learn or to control their behavior. Larger amounts of lead can lead to headache, irritability, constipation, crampy stomachaches or other problems" ... See MoreSee Less

What should I know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches?

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Recently, health officials warned people not to eat certain brands of cinnamon applesauce pouches because they had high levels of lead in them. Here's what parents need to know, and what to do if your...

Sound Beach Pediatrics

1 week ago

It's #AmericanDiabetesMonth. Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that causes problems with the body's ability to convert food into fuel for the body. If left unmanaged, diabetes can damage the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, eyes, and nervous system over many years.

There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Most children with diabetes have Type 1, which is when they do not produce enough insulin to help the body use sugar. Therefore, sugar builds up in the bloodstream. In Type 2 diabetes, the pancreas makes less insulin than it used to and the body becomes resistant to insulin.

There are many ways to prevent diabetes in children and also manage the disease for children who have it so that they can live healthy and normal lives. Check out this guide for more info and resources on how to control diabetes in children.

"Managing the disease focuses on blood sugar monitoring, treatment such as insulin therapy, given as multiple injections per day or through an insulin pump, and maintaining a healthy diet. Keeping blood sugars within a normal range re­duces is important and lowers the risk of long-term health problems related to poor diabetes control. In addition to a healthy diet, at least thirty minutes of exercise a day can help children man­age their disease as well."

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Diabetes in Children

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​​Diabetes causes problems with the body's ability to change food--especially sugars (carbohydrates)--into fuel for the body. Children with diabetes can stay healthy and lead normal lives if it's ...

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 weeks ago

Today is #WorldPrematurityDay. Premature infants have a higher rate of health problems and disabilities. Here are some of the common issues in preemies and info about how they're treated. If you have any concerns about your baby's health or if they require special care, contact our office.

"RDS is a breathing disorder related to the baby's immature lungs. It occurs because the lungs of preterm babies often lack surfactant, a liquid substance that allows the lungs to remain expanded.

Artificial surfactants can be used to treat these babies, along with a ventilator to help them breathe better and maintain adequate oxygen levels in their blood."

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Health Issues of Premature Babies

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Because premature babies are born before they are physically ready to leave the womb, they often have health problems.

Sound Beach Pediatrics

2 weeks ago

Strollers are convenient for taking your baby out and about. The right one to use will depend on their age. Here are things to look for in a baby's stroller based on each age group.

"Before baby is able to sit up on their own (at about 0-6 months), baby will need to use a stroller to move around outside of their home. Some of the features to look for include:

A seat that fully reclines, so your newborn can lie flat on their back.
A travel system or a stroller with a bassinet attachment. A travel system is a stroller that can hold baby’s car seat. This is a great option if you have a car, and if you want to be able to moving baby from the car to their stroller easily."

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What To Look For in Baby's Stroller At Every Age | Pathways.org

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As baby’s needs change at every age, so does the type of stroller that may be best for them. Learn more about the best type of stroller for baby at every age.