Boston Children's Primary Care Alliance

04/26/2026

Before you buy your child that fitness tracker they’ve been asking for, it’s important to know all the facts. Learn more about the pros and cons of fitness trackers in this blog.

Before you buy a fitness tracker for your child, consider the advantages and disadvantages of a device that measures their movements.

04/24/2026

The practices within Boston Children’s Primary Care Alliance provide comprehensive, compassionate care that tailors to your child as they grow. Angelee Gonzalez, Community Outreach Coordinator at Longwood Pediatrics, shares why she values the pediatricians at her practice.

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the administrative professionals within Boston Children’s Primary Care Alliance who go above and beyond to help their practices run smoothly.

Staff members from Post Road Pediatrics, Pediatric Associates of Medford, PC, Bridgewater Pediatrics, Hyde Park Pediatrics, Chestnut Hill Pediatrics, Lexington Pediatrics, Needham Pediatrics, Longwood Pediatrics, and Alena Ashenberg MD Pediatrics share what they appreciate most about their administrative teams.

Click through the slides to see their responses!

04/21/2026

Everyone gets stressed sometimes, even kids. Stress busters are fun, easy ways your child can calm their body and mind. Help them discover which exercise works best for them!

Stress busters are for common, everyday stress. If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, talk to your pediatrician.

04/17/2026

Well visits serve as important opportunities for your doctor to monitor your child’s development, including growth and weight gain, hearing and vision screenings, and changing nutrition needs.

Looking to make an appointment with a trusted pediatrician in your neighborhood? Boston Children’s Primary Care Alliance is a great place to start!

📷 Bridgewater Pediatrics

04/15/2026

When a child’s stomach pain occurs repeatedly, parents may wonder if irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the cause. In this episode of Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast, learn more about IBS and how families can support children in managing symptoms.

Stomach pain is one of the most common reasons that children visit their doctor. When it occurs repeatedly, parents may wonder if irritable bowel syndrome (I...

04/13/2026

Spending time outside isn’t just fun for kids, it’s also good for their health! Here are three reasons why outdoor play is so important.

04/08/2026

While mouthguards might not seem cool to kids, they prevent tooth damage and other oral problems. Here’s what families should know about when and why children should wear one.

Mouthguards can be "cool" while protecting young athletes' teeth, says a Boston Children's Hospital dentist.

04/06/2026

"No pain, no gain" is not a mantra young athletes should live by. In fact, pain often signals a sports injury, and ignoring it could lead to more serious problems.

Make an appointment with your child’s doctor or a sports medicine physician if your child is experiencing these types of pain.

04/03/2026

Bringing your new baby home can feel overwhelming, but taking advantage of hospital resources can help reduce stress. Here are seven things to check off your list before being discharged.

You probably have a lot of questions before you bring your baby home from the hospital. Our Alliance practitioners are here to help.

04/01/2026

Living a sustainable lifestyle is good for the environment and your family's health. Celebrate with these green activities 🌎

03/30/2026

This , we celebrate the pediatricians within Boston Children’s Primary Care Alliance and the care they provide for patients and families!

Hyde Park Pediatrics, Pediatrics at Newton Wellesley, and Post Road Pediatrics share what they admire most about the doctors at their practices.