Delaware Valley Pediatric Associates

03/05/2026

A few more little readers this week. 📚

03/05/2026

Ear wax is actually protective. Here’s what parents should and shouldn’t do.

03/04/2026

Tummy time… while reading about tummy time. Plus five little monkeys, jumping off the bed.📚
We’ll take it.

Thanks to our DVPA families for sharing these photos this week. It’s been great seeing the books being enjoyed at home.

Keep them coming!

03/03/2026

These photos make our week. 📚

Thank you to the parents who shared them, nothing better than seeing books in little hands at home.

That’s how lifelong readers begin.
We love seeing them!

03/02/2026

We love seeing our DVPA readers enjoying their books 📚
Reading promotes literacy, language development, and connection — all starting early. Reach Out and Read

02/27/2026

Car seats can reduce the risk of death or serious injury in a crash by up to 82% when used properly.

We’re sharing these important reminders from to help families make sure their child’s seat is installed and used correctly.
Have questions? We have a certified car seat technician on staff — our wonderful registered nurse Debbie Mannella is here to help.

Safety starts with the right installation.

02/25/2026

Newborn Tip: Umbilical Granuloma.

An umbilical granuloma is a small pink or red bump that can appear in a baby’s belly button after the cord falls off.

It may look moist or have a small amount of drainage. It’s usually not painful and can happen as the belly button finishes healing.

If it doesn’t dry up on its own, it can be treated easily in our office.

If you notice ongoing moisture, redness, or tissue that isn’t improving, let us know so we can check it.

02/23/2026

Due to the snow, DVPA is closed today. ❄️
Our providers are available by phone for urgent concerns . Stay safe, enjoy the snow, and we’ll see you tomorrow! ☃️

02/21/2026

In the first few days, newborns feed often and in short bursts because their stomachs are very small.

Some feeds are long and sleepy, others are quick “snacks”, that pattern is normal in the early days.

Feeding 8–12 times in 24 hours is typical, but it won’t be evenly spaced on a perfect schedule.

The goal in the beginning is frequent feeding and good latch, not timing the clock.

Save this so you know what’s normal in the first days

02/21/2026

Expecting a baby soon? Just welcomed a new baby home?

New parents prepare for a lot — but this one hour gives you skills you’ll be grateful to have if you ever need them.

Infant CPR & choking safety class
Tuesday, March 3rd · 5–6 PM
DVPA — Lawrenceville, NJ
$20 per person
For expecting parents, grandparents & caregivers

We’ll keep it simple, hands-on, and confidence-building — not scary.
You’ll leave feeling calm and prepared.

Click here to register: https://tinyurl.com/3tvf6jnu

Or visit www.delvalpeds.com

02/20/2026

That’s so cool!

Antibodies harvested from the blood of paediatricians are up to 25 times better at protecting against the common respiratory infection RSV than existing antibody therapies, and are now being developed as preventative treatments

02/18/2026

Dr. Shapiro, Dr. Gajera, our Nurse Practitioner Dee Vandegrift, and nurses Jackie and Stephanie stopped by SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals this week to drop off the generous donations collected from our amazing DVPA families.

Thank you to everyone who contributed,your kindness truly makes a difference.

While we were there, we even got to meet Brutus, a very friendly and energetic young pup who’s currently up for adoption 🐶