Lone Star Kids Care

01/01/2026

The start of a new year is a wonderful opportunity to revisit family routines and introduce healthy habits that help your child grow, learn, and feel their best.

Some simple but powerful habits include:
• Getting enough sleep with a consistent bedtime
• Eating nutrient-rich meals with fruits and veggies
• Making movement a part of everyday life
• Staying hydrated, even during colder weather
• Building in moments away from screens and devices

You don’t have to make big changes all at once- small steps build strong foundations. If you’d like help setting healthy goals for your child in 2025, our team is always here for your family. 💛

12/30/2025

👶 RSV typically peaks during winter, and we’re already noticing an increase in cases. In older children, RSV may look like a bad cold, but infants and young toddlers can develop wheezing, fast breathing, and decreased appetite due to swelling of the smaller airways.

Please reach out if your child is breathing harder than normal, refusing feeds, or having fewer wet diapers- these can be signs of dehydration or increased breathing work. We can help determine whether they need in-person evaluation.

We’re here to support your family all season long. 💙

12/27/2025

🎉 The NEW and improved Allen Public Library reopened this month!

📕 Reading is a great opportunity to share time with your children and pull them away from screens during the winter

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Lone Star Kids Care! ✨🎄

Thank you for allowing us to care for your precious children this year. We wish you and your family a blessed day of celebration. May your homes be filled with love, laughter, and peace.

🎄 Reminder: Our offices are closed today and tomorrow so our staff may celebrate Christmas with family and friends. We are still available via our answering service and Triage line!

📞 Allen: 972-649-5480
📞 Prosper: 469-281-2388
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Find a pediatrician in Allen & Prosper, TX at Lone Star Kids Care. Comprehensive pediatric care for children of all ages. Call today!

12/24/2025

Our office will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day so our team can spend time with their families.

We will return to normal business hours on Friday.

We wish all of our patient families a warm, joyful, and safe holiday season. Thank you for trusting us with your children’s care — Happy Holidays! ❄️✨

12/23/2025

✈️ Holiday travel is exciting, but it definitely requires extra preparation when little ones are involved- especially during winter illness season. Pack plenty of snacks, water, wipes, comfort items, and a change of clothing for unexpected messes.

If your child uses daily medications or rescue inhalers, always keep them in your carry-on, and let us know ahead of time if you need medication refills, travel letters, or dosing guidance.

Our team is happy to help you get ready before you head out! 💙

12/20/2025

👂 Ear infections are especially common during winter months, often following a cold, flu, or sinus congestion. Fluid trapped behind the eardrum can cause discomfort and sometimes fever.

If your child has ear pain, irritability, fever, or difficulty sleeping, we can help determine whether antibiotics are necessary or if a “watch and wait” approach is appropriate.

We’re here to guide you through treatment options and help keep your child comfortable. 💙

12/18/2025

💉 Winter illnesses spike during December and January, making this a great time to review your child’s vaccination status- including flu and COVID protection when recommended.

Vaccines help prevent severe illness, reduce school absences, and protect vulnerable family members during holiday gatherings.

If you’re unsure what your child is due for, we’re happy to review their record and schedule a catch-up visit that fits your family’s needs.

12/14/2025

🕎 Wishing a joyful and bright Hanukkah to all who celebrate!

From our Lone Star Kids Care family to yours, may this season of light bring warmth, good health, and happy memories with your loved ones.

📞 972-649-5480 (Allen)
📞 469-281-2388 (Prosper)
🌐 lonestarkidscare.com

12/12/2025

🌡️ Fever can be alarming for parents, but it’s actually one of the body’s most effective tools for fighting infection.
Rather than focusing only on the number, pay close attention to your child’s overall behavior and hydration: Are they drinking fluids? Comfortably breathing? Able to wake and interact?

Please contact us right away if:
• Your infant under 3 months has a fever above 100.4°F (38°C)
• The fever lasts longer than 5 days
• Your child shows signs of dehydration, difficulty breathing, severe pain, or simply “looks very sick”

We’re always here to support you through the tough sick days. 💙

12/11/2025

📅 Before the year ends, double-check school forms, sports physicals, and annual wellness visits.

If you need a last-minute appointment before insurance resets, call us at Lone Star Kids Care- we’ll help however we can.

12/08/2025

❄️ As temperatures drop, many kids experience a noticeable rise in eczema and dry, itchy skin. Cold winter air pulls moisture from the skin much faster, and indoor heaters can dry it out even more. This is why consistent daily moisturizing is one of the best defenses.

🧴 Choose thick creams or ointments over lotions (they seal in moisture better), avoid long hot showers that strip natural oils, and stick to gentle, fragrance-free soaps and detergents to prevent irritation.

😴 If your child’s eczema isn’t improving, is painful, or starts affecting sleep, their provider can help create a personalized treatment plan- sometimes prescription-strength creams or changes to the skincare routine make a big difference.