Springdale-Mason Pediatrics

03/30/2026

Leah colored us an Easter bunny picture while waiting in the office. She must be ready for Easter! It's heartwarming to see her excitement and creativity.

03/29/2026

🚨 Parents: Check your medicine cabinet 🚨

We wanted to make you aware of a nationwide recall for nearly 90,000 bottles of children’s liquid ibuprofen due to possible contamination.

👉 What’s going on? Some bottles may contain black particles or a gel-like substance that shouldn’t be there.

👉 Which products are affected?
Several different generic/store brand Children’s Ibuprofen Oral Suspension (100 mg/5 mL) 4 oz bottles
Lot or 7261974A

👉 What should you do?
✔️ Check your bottle
✔️ Do NOT use if it matches the recall
✔️ Return or safely discard it
✔️ Call poison control if your child already took it and you’re concerned

⭐️ Please know: This issue is about contamination, not ibuprofen or about choosing generic brands. Most products are still safe to use.

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03/25/2026

Congratulations to Crystal on 10 years at Springdale-Mason Pediatrics! Crystal keeps us all organized and helps keep the Mason office flow running seamlessly. She loves to decorate and adds her special touches all over the office. We appreciate her and we are very thankful for her dedication to our team! 💜💚

03/23/2026

Traveling with young children can be challenging. Try these tips to make the trip less stressful for everyone.

✈️ Flying in an airport can be scary for young children. Watch the YouTube video "Kids' First Flight" video produced by the FAA to let your child know what to expect.
- Consider noise cancelling headphones especially for take off and landing.
- Have your baby nurse or take a bottle with take off and landing to equalize the pressure in their ears. Older kids can eat or drink something or chew gum.
- Pack all medicines as well as snacks and small toys such as fidgit toys, coloring and sticker books or card games. A tablet to watch videos or play games on can be a life-saver for longer flights.
- Explore the airport on lay overs. Many have cool exhibits and kid friendly play zones.

🚙 Car trips can be long for young children. Bring activites, coloring books, action toys, etc to keep the kids occupied.
- Consider putting an audiobook on and let everyone listen and share reactions. Movies and sing-a-long music can pass away the time as well.
- Plan rest stops around every 2 hrs and look for places that the kids can run around and burn some energy off after a potty break. Kick a soccer ball or toss a frisbee for a few minutes before getting back in the car.
- Always make sure the kids are buckled up in age appropriate car seats, boosters or seat belts when driving. Children under 13 should ride in the back seat.
- Never leave kids alone in the car without an adult. Cars can heat up quickly and cause heat stroke.

Have a Safe and Fun Spring Break!

03/19/2026

Ever been woken up by your sleeping baby? Then wonder, why are they making so much noise?! The good news is, most of the time, it’s totally normal.

Babies are very active sleepers and have very different sleep cycles than us. Unlike adults, they spend a lot more time in lighter sleep stages, which means you’ll see (and hear!) things like:
• Whimpering or brief crying
• Grunting or squeaking
• Smiling, twitching, or even sudden movements

🚨 So when should you check on them while sleeping?
• The crying gets louder or doesn’t stop after a minute or so
• They seem uncomfortable or in pain
• There are changes in breathing (very fast, struggling, or pauses)

💛 Otherwise, try to pause before rushing in. Many babies will settle themselves back to sleep, and jumping in too quickly can accidentally wake them fully.

You've got this.

03/18/2026

Both offices had some fun celebrating St. Patrick’s Day today! 💚🍀

03/17/2026

Our patient Akshada delighted us by coloring a wonderful picture while waiting in the office today. Her creativity and choice of colors brightened up our space, and it was a joy to see her artistic talent in action.

03/17/2026

03/16/2026

Dr. Leanza received an unexpected surprise today with these art pieces left on his desk. Thank you to Emma for bringing joy to his day! 🍉🍊🐟

03/15/2026

Happy Birthday Andi! When not busy being a nurse you will find Andi at the beach or pool soaking up the sun. We hope you have amazing weather and an even more amazing birthday.

03/09/2026

We’re excited to share that we now offer Autism Evaluations for our patients!

Early identification of autism and getting the support a child needs can make a big difference in their development. Our office is now able to provide comprehensive autism evaluations in a supportive environment you already know and trust.

If you have concerns about your child’s development, behavior, communication, or social interactions, speak with your provider about whether an evaluation may be appropriate.

📞 Call our office to learn more or schedule an evaluation. We’re here for you.

03/04/2026

Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 8! That’s only a few days away. Clocks move forward one hour — and yes, it can affect your child’s sleep.

Even a one-hour shift can temporarily impact mood, behavior, and morning wake-ups.

Here’s how to make it easier:

• Move bedtime 10–15 minutes earlier for a few nights beforehand
• Dim lights earlier in the evening
• Avoid screens 1 hour before bed
• Get morning sunlight to help reset their internal clock
• Keep wake-up time consistent

Expect a few off days — that’s normal. Most kids adjust within about a week.

A little planning now can mean smoother mornings later. You’ve got this. 💛