Pediatrics of Florence

Pediatrics of Florence Pediatrics of Florence provides prompt and personal health care for infants, children, adolescents,

SLEEP and MENTAL HEALTH - Sleep isn't a luxury—it's essential for mental health! Children ages 3-5 need 10-13 hours, age...
11/29/2025

SLEEP and MENTAL HEALTH - Sleep isn't a luxury—it's essential for mental health! Children ages 3-5 need 10-13 hours, ages 6-12 need 9-12 hours, and teens need 8-10 hours. Poor sleep affects mood, attention, learning, and behavior. Create a consistent bedtime routine: same time each night, calming activities (bath, books, soft music), limited screen time before bed, and a sleep-friendly environment (cool, dark, quiet). Sleep challenges? Talk with your pediatric provider—they can help!
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POSITIVE DISCIPLINE STRATEGIES - Discipline means "to teach"—not to punish! Effective discipline focuses on teaching ski...
11/28/2025

POSITIVE DISCIPLINE STRATEGIES - Discipline means "to teach"—not to punish! Effective discipline focuses on teaching skills and values while preserving the parent-child relationship. Try these approaches: set clear, age-appropriate expectations; catch good behavior (5:1 positive to negative feedback); offer limited, reasonable choices; use natural consequences when safe; and take time-ins instead of time-outs (stay close to help regulate emotions). Remember: behavior is communication. What is your child trying to tell you?
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BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - Helping children name and manage emotions is one of the greatest gifts we can give the...
11/23/2025

BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE - Helping children name and manage emotions is one of the greatest gifts we can give them! Try these simple strategies: label emotions as they happen ("You seem frustrated"), validate feelings ("It's okay to feel disappointed"), teach coping skills (deep breathing, counting to 10), and model healthy emotional expression yourself. Children with strong emotional intelligence have better relationships, academic outcomes, and mental health throughout life.
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AUTISM SPECTRUM SIGNS - Early intervention makes a tremendous difference for children with autism. Some early signs incl...
11/22/2025

AUTISM SPECTRUM SIGNS - Early intervention makes a tremendous difference for children with autism. Some early signs include: limited eye contact, not responding to their name by 12 months, delayed speech or language skills, repetitive movements, and intense reactions to sensory experiences. Every child develops differently, and these signs don't necessarily mean autism—but they do warrant a conversation with your pediatrician. Early support leads to better outcomes!
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SCREEN TIME MANAGEMENT - Finding the right balance with screen time? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: no s...
11/21/2025

SCREEN TIME MANAGEMENT - Finding the right balance with screen time? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: no screen time (except video chatting) for children under 18-24 months, 1 hour of quality programming for ages 2-5, and consistent limits for older children. The key isn't just QUANTITY but QUALITY of content and maintaining screen-free zones (like bedrooms and dining areas). Remember: your relationship with screens models digital habits for your children! What screen time boundaries work in your family?
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DID YOU KNOW that ADHD affects approximately 9.4% of children? Beyond hyperactivity, ADHD involves challenges with atten...
11/20/2025

DID YOU KNOW that ADHD affects approximately 9.4% of children? Beyond hyperactivity, ADHD involves challenges with attention, impulse control, and executive functioning. Early intervention makes a significant difference! If you notice your child struggling with focus, completing tasks, or sitting still compared to peers, consider speaking with a pediatric behavioral health specialist. Remember, ADHD isn't a parenting failure—it's a neurodevelopmental condition that responds well to proper support.
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Address

7409 US Highway 42
Florence, KY
41042

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+18595258181

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