Harmony Pediatrics

Harmony Pediatrics We strive to harmonize your entire child by addressing not only the physical, but also the mental, d

Traditional pediatric practice that takes into account your child is unique and special; therefore, the approach and treatments will be individualized to your child's special needs.

02/20/2026

Dr. Chheda - πŸ‘Ά You've seen infants with helmets on their heads, and what is that for? That is because they had some flattening of their head at some point, and the helmet is supposed to help shape their head back into a normal round shape.
Why does it happen? Flat spots happen when babies are placed in the same position again and again - sleeping in same position, not rotating head, or being held in your arms with head in same position.
πŸ’š How to prevent:
βœ… Move baby's head from side to side when sleeping
βœ… Don't keep on same side all the time
βœ… Hold them in either arm
βœ… Put them down right-sided sometimes, left-sided sometimes
βœ… They're always looking at something different
βœ… More tummy time during the day (when awake!)
⚠️ Why more common now? Because sleeping on front/side can cause SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). We want all babies sleeping on their backs. That's why we've seen more head flattening. But we can prevent it by making sure baby moves their head consistently and does tummy time to keep pressure off their head.

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02/19/2026

Dr. Chheda - 🍩 Okay, I like donuts. I can eat one donut, two maybe. I cannot eat six donuts at a time. But six donuts has the equivalent sugar of a twenty-ounce bottle of soda.
πŸ₯€ Think about it - you can guzzle a 20 oz bottle of soda with no problem. But that's the same amount of sugar as six donuts, and you would never eat six donuts all at once. It is SO EASY to drink your sugar, to drink your calories without realizing it.
πŸ’š Be very, very mindful of what you're drinking:
❌ Sodas
❌ Energy drinks
❌ Gatorades (unless no/limited sugar)
❌ Fruit juices (lots of sugar!)
βœ… Eat the fruit for nutrition, not drink it!
It is so easy to drink your sugar, especially for kids with fruit juices. Please be mindful.

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02/18/2026

⏰ "Lunch at 1:15?" "Can't - doctor appointment at 1." "Push it to 1:30?" "Nope - our doctor spends a FULL HOUR with us."
😲 "An hour WITH your doctor?!" "Yep! We go to a DPC practice - direct primary care. The doctor's priority is US, not how many patients they see. They actually spend time caring for us."
πŸ“ž Interested in DPC? Call 770-475-9924

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🌟 "Dr. Chheda and her team have been amazing from the moment we met them! It was an instantaneous connection, and we kne...
02/17/2026

🌟 "Dr. Chheda and her team have been amazing from the moment we met them! It was an instantaneous connection, and we knew this was the right facility for our child. Every time we need an appointment, have a question, or have a concern, Dr. Chheda and her team respond promptly and try to make us as parents feel calm and reassured while providing the best of care for our daughter! They're an amazing medical facility, and our daughter never feels scared or overwhelmed when going to the office. From zero to no wait times, detailed appointments, feeling heard, and making our child feel welcomed and safe every time, we definitely recommend this pediatrician to everyone we know!" 🌟

- K.P.

02/16/2026

Dr. Chheda - ⚠️ When you come across ads and you see something that says, "Oh, your doctor doesn't know," or "Your doctor doesn't want you to know," or "This is a miracle product, it will treat A, B, C, and Z" - you have to be really careful, especially when you're dealing with your child.
You don't want to have your child have any unnecessary side effects from something that has not been researched, that there's no evidence for.
πŸ’š What to look for:
βœ… Multiple studies proving safety
βœ… Replicable results
βœ… Different people/groups conducting studies
βœ… Evidence-based research
❌ Red flags:
"Your doctor doesn't want you to know"
"Miracle product"
"Cures everything"
Influencer-pushed products
Don't fall for the traps. Yes, we all want that miracle drug, we want something that works fast. But studies take time, and that's why sometimes it takes a while before you find the right solution for your child.
Don't get dragged into the influencer style and try everything on the market. You might be doing more harm to your baby than you think.

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02/13/2026

Dr. Chheda - πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘§ Okay, dads of daughters - this one is for you, dads. I want you to woo your daughter.
What I mean by this is, we form our opinions on the kind of person that we need to be with for the rest of our lives, our lifelong partner, by our role models that we see every day.
πŸ“± Dads sitting on their phone all day, not playing tea party or stuffed animals, thinking daughters are lame or boring? That tells the daughter: "I need to find a person who is going to ignore me for the rest of my life." That's the kind of life partner they're gonna end up with.
πŸ’š That's NOT what you want for your daughter! You want somebody who is going to pay attention to her. You need to be that role model.
So woo your daughter:
βœ… Get off your phone
βœ… Pay attention to her
βœ… Play tea parties
βœ… Daddy-daughter dances/dates
That way she understands what it means to be a good husband, a good life partner, a good partner for her.

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02/12/2026

Dr. Chheda - 🀧 We're in the middle of cold and flu season, and pretty soon allergy season hits. What does that mean? A lot of nasal congestion!
Double strength saline solution gets MORE mucus out! Mucus causes sneezing, runny nose, and drips down throat causing cough. Get rid of it!
πŸ’š DIY Recipe:
3 tsp non-iodized salt
1 tsp baking soda
8 oz distilled water (or boil tap water 15 min, let cool)
Mix together = double strength saline solution!
How to use: πŸ‘Ά Before suctioning infant's nose πŸ§’ In neti pot for older kids
Gets rid of mucus MUCH faster! Great home remedy for colds, allergies, anything causing nasal congestion.
Follow harmonypeds.com for more home remedies!

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02/11/2026

πŸ’Š So what if your child refuses to take medication and throws a full-on temper tantrum? It is a fight! Sometimes it's like the battle of the fittest - who's gonna win here, the toddler or you?
πŸ’š Tricks that work (every child is different!):
🍫 Chase medicine with Hershey's chocolate syrup (masks a lot!) 🍎 Hide in applesauce πŸ§ƒ Mix into juices πŸ—£οΈ Call it "yum yum" instead of "medicine" πŸ’‰ Let them use the syringe themselves (independent kids!)
⚠️ Important: Get the oral medicine in! If you don't, it could be a situation where you need to come in and get something injectable only. No one wants that - that's never fun!

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🌟"Dr. Chheda has been our trusted pediatrician for several years, and we are consistently impressed with the exceptional...
02/10/2026

🌟"Dr. Chheda has been our trusted pediatrician for several years, and we are consistently impressed with the exceptional care our children receive.

Her office is welcoming, and the staff is friendly, making each visit pleasant and efficient. Her genuine care and expertise make us feel secure in our children’s medical care.

We highly recommend Dr. Chheda to any parent seeking a dedicated and compassionate pediatrician." 🌟

J.Z.

02/09/2026

Dr. Chheda - 🀧 Your child starts school on Monday. By Wednesday - runny nose, sniffly. By Thursday - fever, home from school. By Sunday - great again! Send them back Monday. Then Wednesday - sniffly again. Thursday - fever again. What is going on?
πŸ’š Most viruses have a 48-hour incubation period:
Exposed Monday
48 hours later (Wednesday) = symptoms start
Cold symptoms last ~5 days (Wed-Sun)
Back to normal Monday
Exposed again Monday β†’ cycle repeats
It's not a low immune system - that's just the way viruses work! Expect them to get sick on this cyclical basis.
βœ… What to do: Improve their gut microbiome and how they handle symptoms so they can fight it off faster.
Need more tips? Visit harmonypeds.com or come in for an appointment to discuss your child's immune system!

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02/06/2026

Dr. Chheda - πŸ₯¦ A recent study showed that toddlers and children, even teenagers, are not getting enough fiber in their diet. What is fiber and why is it so important?
πŸ“Š Fiber needs:
Toddlers/kids: 20 grams/day
Teenagers: 30 grams/day
Reality: Toddlers getting only 5-10 grams!
πŸ’š Two types of fiber:
Soluble (dissolves in water) - prevents gut inflammation, helps immune function
Insoluble - produces bowel movements, prevents colon cancer
⚠️ Why this matters: We're seeing teenagers, 20-year-olds, 30-year-olds diagnosed with colon cancer. Screening age dropped from 50 to 45. Why? They didn't get fiber as kids.
🍎 Fiber sources:
Pear: 5g
Apple: 5g
Whole grains
Triscuits: 4g per serving
You need LOTS of fruits & vegetables daily to prevent autoimmune diseases, eczema, infections, and colon cancer.

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02/05/2026

Dr. Chheda - 🌸 Okay, for all you moms who have girls - all the girl moms - if you were, you know, in your late 20s, early 30s when you had your girl, and now 12 years later, your girl is starting to go through puberty, she's starting to menstruate, her moods are all over the place, she's going a little wacky, she's a little crazy. But guess what, moms? You are now in your late 40s and you are going through perimenopause.
πŸ’­ Your hormones are also cycling. Your daughter's hormones are cycling up, but your hormones are cycling down. And guess what? You're moody and cranky, and now you put the two of you together - no wonder you guys are headbutting each other.
πŸ’š So just realize some of this is natural, but it might be time for you as a mom to get your hormones checked. Hormone replacement therapy, menopause - talk to your physician.

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