Gadsden Pediatric Clinic and Rainbow Pediatrics

02/16/2026

Before they can walk, our little ones learn to crawl on all fours. When they get older, they should learn that getting low and crawling to an exit is the best way to navigate their home in the event of a fire to avoid smoke. Fire safety doesn’t have to feel scary! Turning learning into a game can help kids remember what to do in an emergency. As you play and practice together, remember to:

🚪 Create and practice a home fire escape plan, with two ways out of every room

🏠 Choose a safe meeting spot outside your home

🔥 If there’s smoke, get low and crawl to an exit

🚒 Leave immediately and call 911 once you’re safely outside

When families practice together, safety becomes second nature! To learn more: https://www.safekids.org/tip/fire-safety-tips

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

There’s still time to get a flu shot! Kids under age 5, but especially those younger than 2 years old, and children and teens with chronic health conditions are at highest risk for serious flu complications. These flu complications can result in hospital stays — or more serious complications. The best way to protect your child is to make sure they get a flu vaccine every year. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4geoyk5

02/12/2026

Annual pediatric check‑ups catch problems early. Growth, vaccines, and developmental milestones are all monitored so concerns are addressed before they escalate.

With decades of experience, you can trust our health care team of Pediatric professionals at Gadsden Pediatric Clinic and Rainbow Pediatrics to provide your child with the best care available.

Gadsden Pediatric Clinic: 256-543-2894
Rainbow Pediatrics: 256-442-2898

02/09/2026

Measles is not a harmless childhood illness. It’s one of the most contagious viruses we know of and can lead to pneumonia, brain inflammation, and death. In fact, nearly 1 of every 500 children who become infected with measles will die from respiratory and neurologic complications. THAT IS AN AWFULLY BIG NUMBER.
The good news: the MMR vaccine is safe, effective, and lifesaving.
Two doses provide about 97 percent protection and help shield infants, immunocompromised patients, and our wider community.
Vaccination isn’t just a personal choice. It’s a public health commitment, like clean water, speed limits, and trash collection, that protects us all.

Talk to your child's provider at your next visit. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. We are here, with decades of experience, providing your child with the best care available.

Gadsden Pediatric Clinic: 256-543-2894
Rainbow Pediatrics: 256-442-2898

02/04/2026

02/03/2026

01/28/2026

Federal health officials recently removed several life-saving vaccines from their recommended immunization schedule for kids. Despite these changes, the AAP continues to strongly recommend the full set of immunizations to keep your child healthy and will continue to publish its own evidence-based vaccine schedule. The AAP recommendations are based on decades of ongoing research and provide the ideal vaccine timeline for healthy children as their immune system develops. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rlo68x

01/27/2026

Parenting isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all. We know that you may have questions and concerns - so bring your sleep, feeding, or behavior questions to name a few and we’ll offer practical, doable strategies that you can try right away. We partner with families to build routines that fit your life and help your child thrive.

With decades of experience, our team of healthcare professionals is dedicated to providing our patients the best care available. The best care for child when you need us, and we're open 7 days a week.

Gadsden Pediatric Clinic: 256-543-2894
Rainbow Pediatrics: 256-442-2898

01/25/2026

Update: Good morning. Gadsden Pediatric Clinic and Rainbow Pediatrics will be opening today at 10:00 A.M.

Please be safe and warm.

Update:

Gadsden Pediatric Clinic is open this afternoon. We will continue to monitor the weather situation and make updates for tomorrow as needed.

Please be safe and warm.

UPDATE:
From the latest weather forecasts and information that we have received this far, it appears that the areas of concern for inclement weather will not be for our area this weekend. At this time, Gadsden Pediatric Clinic will remain open on Saturday and Sunday with our regular hours both days.

*****Out of an abundance of caution, and for the safety of our staff and our patients, Gadsden Pediatric Clinic and Rainbow Pediatrics will delay opening on Monday morning, 1/26/2026. At this time, both clinics will plan to open at 10:00 A.M. *****

With the possibility of severe winter weather in the upcoming days, be sure to follow us here for updates. We will continue to monitor the weather forecasts and share updates as we have them.

Please be safe, warm, and winter weather aware.