Little Steps Pediatrics

03/03/2026

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02/20/2026

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02/11/2026

Is your baby starting their first foods?

01/22/2026

Dear Patients and Families,

It is with a bittersweet sentiment that we announce the departure of Krissa Vieth, CPNP, one of our valued Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, who will be leaving our practice to embark on a new adventure in Dallas, Texas.

Krissa has been an integral part of our team, providing exceptional care and support to our patients and their families. Her dedication, compassion, and expertise have made a lasting impact on our community, and she will be greatly missed by both staff and patients alike.

We wish Krissa all the best in this next chapter of her career. Please join us in expressing your gratitude and best wishes as she prepares for this exciting new journey.

For any appointment needs, please contact us at Little Steps Pediatrics to schedule your child's appointment with a different provider. Krissa’s last day with us will be on February 27, 2026.

Thank you,

Little Steps Pediatrics Team

12/29/2025

Are you concerned that your child may have autism?

Shimon Thomas, CPNP is currently accepting patients for autism evaluations. Patients must be between 20 - 48 months that have developmental delays. Please call the office to schedule your child’s evaluation.

12/15/2025

Around 6 months, many babies are ready to explore their first foods alongside breast milk or formula. Great starter options include iron-rich foods like puréed meats or lentils, single-ingredient vegetables (sweet potato, carrots, peas), fruits (banana, avocado, pear).

Introduce one food at a time, keep textures smooth, and watch for any reactions. Most importantly—have fun and follow your baby’s cues! If you have questions, we’re always here to help 👶✨

11/20/2025

We did it, Mesilla Valley! 🏆💙 Thank you for voting us Best Pediatrician — caring for your little ones is the heart of everything we do. Here’s to more giggles, growth, and happy, healthy kiddos!

11/17/2025

Do you already know and love Ruby? Have you been looking for her? Look no further! We are thrilled to welcome Ruby Barquist, CPNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, to the Little Steps Pediatrics family! 🎉🥳

Ruby is a dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate care to children and their families. She is currently completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, with doctoral work focused on promoting early childhood speech and language development through nightly reading routines. Her commitment to helping children thrive developmentally extends beyond physical health and into the foundations of communication and learning.

Before becoming an NP, Ruby proudly served in the military and gained diverse clinical experience in labor and delivery and the operating room. These roles strengthened her clinical skills and shaped her holistic, family-centered approach to pediatric care.

Known for her warm and approachable demeanor, Ruby values building strong relationships with families and creating a supportive, welcoming environment at every visit.

11/16/2025

Using baby sign language is a great way to communicate with your baby before they can talk! Understanding what your baby wants can make parenting so much easier. On a recent episode of the Healthy Children podcast, Dr. Jennifer Shu, pediatrician and Medical Editor of HealthyChildren.org, recommends teaching your baby the signs for common phrases like “more,” “please” and “thank you” around six to nine months of age. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.

11/13/2025

Trusted care, a gentle touch - and Roger’s approval! 🤍🐶👶🏻

Little Steps Pediatrics welcomes Ruby to the office! Ruby Barquist - CPNP, is currently accepting new patients, and has immediate openings. Please contact our office to schedule with her.

11/12/2025

‼️IMPORTANT RECALL INFORMATION‼️
ByHeart Infant Formula has issued a voluntary recall for their products due to potential botulism.

For more information regarding the recall, you can visit: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/response-broader-fda-investigation-byheart-initiates-voluntary-recall-two-batches-infant-formula

As well as ByHeart website: https://byheart.com/pages/an-update-from-our-founders-on-our-voluntary-recall-november-2025