Wasatch Pediatrics in Draper

02/18/2026

Lunar New Year is here - the Year of The Horse! 🐴🧧 Here are some great books to help teach and celebrate the Lunar New Year with your kids!

02/13/2026

Looking for reliable health and parenting information you can trust? We love HealthyChildren.org and KidsHealth.org—both offer evidence-based guidance for everything from newborn care to teen health.

At Wasatch Pediatrics, we believe informed families feel more confident, and these resources are a great place to start! Check them out on our website (link in bio). Available in Spanish as well.

As always, talk to your pediatrician or call our office if you have any questions 💙

02/11/2026

We’re offering another Anxiety Skills Group at our Southpoint office in West Jordan!

The group is designed for kids ages 12-15 and helps teach coping skills to better manage anxiety symptoms. Parents are welcome to attend but not required.

Sessions are Wednesdays - 3/25, 4/1, and 4/8 from 3:00-5:00pm.

Cost is $120 per child and sessions are held at Wasatch Pediatrics Southpoint - 9071 S 1300 W, Suite 301, West Jordan, UT 84088.

For questions or to register, call our Southpoint office (801) 565-1162.”

02/11/2026

Happy National Children’s Dental Health Month! 🦷 Tooth decay is the most common preventable chronic disease in children.

Luckily, cavities and the bacteria that cause them can be kept at bay with a few simple habits you can do at home. Here are 3 tips for healthy smiles:

1. Visit a dentist by age 1 or within 6 months of their first tooth erupting 👶

2. Limit sugary snacks and drinks and encourage drinking water throughout the day 💧

3. Clean gums daily, brush as soon as the first tooth appears, and use fluoridated toothpaste to help prevent cavities 🪥

02/09/2026

Looking for simple ways to make Valentine’s Day extra sweet at home? 💕 From making treats to charcuterie and origami, check out these easy DIY activities that are perfect for creating memories, encouraging creativity, and sharing love as a family.

Link in bio.

02/04/2026

Influenza has hit Utah hard this season, but it’s not too late to get a flu shot! In fact, it’s possible to get sick from different flu strains within the same season, and it’s hard to predict when the flu season will end each year. Babies & kids under 4 are at the highest risk for getting infected with influenza.

We recommend flu shots for children 6 months and older. Some children will need 2 doses of the flu shot, especially if it’s their first time being vaccinated against the flu.

Call us today to schedule!

Link in bio for more ways to prevent flu in infants & children.

02/02/2026

Here’s what you need to know about over-the-counter (OTC) cough & cold medications for kids:

1. OTC cough & cold medicines should NOT be given to kids under 4 years old due to the risk of dangerous side effects.

2. Studies show that cough & cold medications that are taken by mouth don’t work in children younger than 6 years old. Phenylephedrine, commonly used in OTC nasal decongestants, doesn’t work any better than a placebo (fake medicine).

3. Many cold medicines already have acetaminophen (Tylenol) in them. If you give one of these medicines along with acetaminophen (Tylenol), your child will get a double dose.

So what’s the best way to treat your child’s cold? 🤧. Link in bio for tips.

01/28/2026

01/27/2026

Let’s Talk about Postpartum Depression! The birth of a new baby can be both one of the most joyful and stressful times of life. Some parents may get baby blues, which can involve feeling moody or irritable, having difficulty sleeping, having anxiety or sadness, or even crying spells. These symptoms come on soon after birth and typically resolve within two weeks.

Swipe to learn more about when symptoms lead to postpartum depression and how to get help.