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Be Well Pediatrics

We partner with parents to grow children rooted in wellness with love and grace.
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Be Well Pediatrics, an integrative practice, addresses the whole child to achieve wellness through a balance of natural, holistic, functional, & allopathic medicine.

11/25/2025

Cradle cap is a common skin condition in newborns. It shows up as thick, flaky, or crusty patches on the scalp (sometimes yellow, white, or brown). It usually doesn’t bother your baby and often clears on its own.

✨ The good news? You can usually help it improve at home!

How to care for cradle cap at home:

🧴 Massage a little oil (coconut, olive, avocado) into flaky spots.
🚿 Wash with gentle baby shampoo about 15 minutes later. Don’t leave oil on without washing.
🪥 Loosen flakes gently with a soft brush or washcloth (no picking!).
🔁 Repeat every 1–3 days until it clears.

Cradle cap often resolves on its own if it spreads to the face/body or does not resolve within 1–2 weeks please checking with your pediatric provider!!

There IS more we can do to help balance the body!

11/24/2025

✨ Please join us in welcoming our newest provider- Michelle!! ✨

Michelle is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Army Veteran licensed in Iowa, with specialized training from The Institute of Functional Medicine.

With sixteen years of healthcare experience, Michelle is passionate about helping children achieve long-term wellness through a whole-person approach. She blends traditional medicine with functional and lifestyle strategies to uncover root causes and support optimal health. She is excited to join a team that shares her commitment to compassionate, family-centered care.

Michelle and her husband, Eric, live in Iowa with their son, Levi, and their dog, Karl. In her free time, she enjoys cycling on the green belt with her family, reading, and traveling to national parks.

11/23/2025

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11/21/2025

Gratitude isn’t just a feeling. It supports health, too!

✨ Calms the nervous system & lowers stress

✨ Improves sleep & emotional well-being

✨ Strengthens the immune system

✨ Builds joy, resilience, & stronger relationships

This Thanksgiving, try weaving gratitude into family life:

✅ share 3 good things at dinner
✅ start a gratitude jar
✅ write thank-you notes together

Little practices go a long way in helping kids (and us!) carry thankful hearts all year long 🧡

11/18/2025

Introducing herbs to kids’ meals isn’t just about flavor, it’s about natural health benefits too!

Start small, pair herbs with familiar foods, and watch your little one’s taste buds expand. Some favorites to try:

Basil → digestion & anti-inflammatory
Parsley → immunity & vitamins
Dill → tummy-soothing
Thyme → antioxidants & antibacterial
Oregano → respiratory support
Mint → digestion
Rosemary → brain & circulation support

💛 Tip: Introduce one new herb at a time and make it fun!

11/16/2025

✨ We are so honored and grateful! ✨
Thank you, Des Moines families, for voting Be Well Pediatrics a 2025 Family Favorite with .

Serving your children and supporting your families is the heart of everything we do. Your trust means the world to us, and we’re deeply thankful for this recognition.

We’re proud to serve this incredible community 💚

11/10/2025

Fever in kids isn’t always a sign something is seriously wrong. The number on the thermometer doesn’t tell the whole story. Sometimes a low-grade fever with unusual sleepiness or irritability needs more attention than a high fever in a playful, happy child.

Fever is the body’s natural way of fighting infection. It’s usually best not to medicate just to lower it, since this response is happening on purpose and helps your child heal.

Instead, focus on watching your child, not the number.

Things you can do at home:

💧 Keep them hydrated
🛌 Encourage rest
👕 Dress lightly
🧼 Lukewarm baths or cool compresses if needed.
🥣 Support with nourishing foods

Observing behavior and overall comfort often gives the best guidance on when to contact your pediatrician.

11/01/2025

Did you know offering textured purées and finger foods early on helps your baby build stronger eating skills?

Some parents like to start with finger foods right away, while others prefer starting with purées. The good news is there’s no “one right way” — begin wherever you feel most comfortable and where your baby is ready.

✨ Why it matters:

Textured foods teach babies how to bite, chew, and strengthen their jaw
They help little ones practice moving food with their tongue and swallowing safely
Early exposure builds confidence and makes mealtimes smoother later on

Research shows that waiting until after 9 months to introduce lumpier textures may increase feeding challenges down the road.

Variety is key! Instead of sticking with only soft foods like banana or avocado, try offering a range of textures to help your baby accept all types of foods. Future you will thank you! 😉

10/29/2025

Every bite your child takes is more than fuel. It’s information for their body.

It tells their brain how to grow, their gut how to heal, their immune system how to respond. We believe food isn’t just something you eat. It’s one of the most powerful tools for lifelong wellness.

🍳 A nutrient-dense breakfast can support focus in school.
🥬 Leafy greens can nourish growing bones.
🍓 A handful of berries can lower inflammation.
🍲 Bone broth can soothe a sensitive gut.

It doesn’t have to be complicated. It just has to be intentional.

As providers who look at the whole child (body, mind, and spirit) we use food as part of the healing process. Because prevention doesn’t come in a pill. It comes in a lunchbox.

10/24/2025

When a child is overwhelmed, overstimulated, or melting down, regulation doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive.

Here are simple, effective tools that cost nothing and support the nervous system naturally:

🌬️ Breathe with them
Try slow inhales and long exhales together. Blow on a pinwheel, pretend to blow bubbles, or “smell the flower, blow out the candle.”

🌳 Go outside
Nature is calming. A short walk, barefoot time in the grass, or sitting under a tree can shift a child into a calmer state.

💧 Use water
Cool water on the hands or face, a drink of water, or watching a stream or fountain can help regulate.

🍂 Engage the senses
Pick up a rock or leaf
Touch tree bark
Listen to birds
Smell fresh air
These sensory experiences can ground and calm.

🤲 Offer deep pressure
A tight hug (with permission), hand squeezes, or wrapping in a blanket can soothe the nervous system.

🎵 Use rhythm
Rocking, humming, or gentle swaying can help bring the body back to a sense of safety.

10/22/2025

Come join us on THIS SUNDAY!!

🙌🏽 We’re teaming up with for a Dye-Free & Fun Trunk or Treat! 🎃

📅 Sunday, Oct 26 | 4:30–5:30 PM
📍 Thrive Family Chiropractic – Urbandale

A small, intentional event for families who want cleaner treats, fewer dyes, and more fun.

👋🏽 See you there!

10/21/2025

Our Be Well Pediatric’s team got creative!! We had a pumpkin painting contest. 🎃 Please help us pick the favorites!!! 🙌🏽

COMMENT WITH THE PHOTO NUMBER AND EMOJI TO CAST YOUR VOTE!!

❤️ BEST
👍🏼 GOOD
😊 OKAY
🙌🏽 NICE TRY

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700 1st Avenue S, Suite B
Altoona, IA
50009

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://bewellpediatrics.com/

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