The Peds MD

Charlotte NC's very own holistic housecalls pediatrician.

12/09/2025

🦠RSV is here in Charlotte, so how worried should I be as a parent?!

For many kids and adults, RSV manifests as a common cold. In some though, it can move down into the lungs causing trouble breathing. In general, we worry about this happening more in young infants, older adults, and anyone with risk factors (like underlying asthma, among other things).

Talk to your provider if you’re worried you or your child may have RSV!!

11/30/2025

What do I like to have on hand when my kids are sick?

Newsflash- we’re already seeing RSV and even some flu in the area. So buckle up and be prepared!

Here are some of my top used items- and don’t forget about saline for those little noses 👃

11/27/2025

RSV vaccine… what exactly is it?!

When we use the term “vaccine”, we usually think our body is going to respond to it by making antibodies that last for a while. But not all shots do this!

The RSV shot for infants (Beyfortus) doesn’t confer any life-long immunity, just protects your kid for a few months during season (5 months in studies). It doesn’t work like a “vaccine” which stimulates the immune system to make its own antibodies (which usually last a lot longer). It is a lab-made version of antibodies to a specific RSV protein that, over time, the body identifies as foreign (i.e. not self made) and destroys.

Adult vaccines, unlike the kiddo shots, do stimulate the immune system to make antibodies, making them last longer.

RSV is super contagious and like any virus, can move into the lungs causing serious complications. We’re already seeing it locally. If you’re worried your kiddo may have RSV- see your pediatrician! Members- shoot me a text 😊

11/24/2025

Pediatricians are just big kids, right?! 😜

11/18/2025

Ever wanted to see just how these house calls work? Let me show you 😊

Come spend the morning with me at a 9mo check up for one of my busy little members 😅

No rush- just relaxed appointments. A safe space (and time) for questions without judgement. A steady, present partner with you in your kids care.

I love what I do, and I’m privileged my members invite me into their homes like this ❤️

11/17/2025

So my kid has croup—what do I do? The cough sounds so terrible!! 😮‍💨

Luckily, there are a few things you can try. Here are 4 different things I talk to my patients about to help relieve the cough. In some cases, your pediatrician may even prescribe a steroid to help reduce the swelling, which can reduce your chance of needing to go to the ER.

If you’re worried about your kid’s breathing, make sure to get them seen ASAP!

11/15/2025

When you hear THAT cough 👆🏽 - the one that sounds like a seal barking - don’t panic, but do pick up the phone. Early intervention can make all the difference in keeping your little one comfortable at home.

As always, I’m here for my families 24/7 💙

11/13/2025

PSA for parents introducing allergenic foods: You do NOT need to camp out in a hospital parking lot 🚗🏥

Why? Because first exposures don’t typically cause allergic reactions. Your baby’s immune system needs to be sensitized first - and that sensitization happens during those early introductions.

Introduce early (around 6mo), introduce often, and do it at home where you’re comfortable. Watch your baby like you normally would, but no need for the extra stress.

Questions about starting solids? Family history of allergies? That’s what I’m here for 🩺

11/06/2025

👋 Raise your hand if this is you, mama!

Hopefully by now you know I really focus on building strong relationships with all of my families. Well, something else I focus on is truly proactive care. A big perk of membership is my “Get Better” list, where I follow up with you once or more a day until your kiddo gets better. This helps avoid the night time anxiety or panicked ED visits. Does your pediatrician do that? 😊

Bring it on, sick season!

11/04/2025

Diaper rashes are always a nuisance. Luckily, there’s a treatment for that! Check out 5 of the products I frequently recommend to my patients. Use caution with petroleum-based products especially if your kids have sensitive skin or underlying skin issues. Don’t forget to trial a different brand of diaper for frequent rashes and always talk to your doc for a rash that isn’t going away!

10/26/2025

Parents 🤝 Dr. Trey. Having a concierge doctor is a gamechanger - no more waiting rooms, just 24/7 pediatric care right when you need it. This is the kind of relationship you should have with your child’s pediatrician!

Address

Charlotte, NC

Telephone

+19809830643

Website

https://thepedsmd.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Peds MD posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to The Peds MD:

Shortcuts

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Charlotte?