Purely Pediatrics

02/01/2026

Mealtime can be such a source of anxiety for parents, particularly with infants just starting to eat solids.

Although many parents feel most comfortable feeding purées, it is important for oral motor and jaw development to allow for chewing motion by providing soft solid foods.

Solid Starts is an incredible site that provides helpful advice for parents as they start the journey of feeding with their little ones.

Knowing how to safely introduce solids can allow parents the ability to move forward with a variety of foods that their little ones can experience.

Feeding involves so much more than consumption.

Touch, smell, taste, sight are all so important for our children to experience during seated mealtimes.

Providing a variety of textures, sizes, colors, and tastes sets our children up for success with feeding.

Most importantly, know that gagging is normal during the early months of feeding.

When your little one is able to be seated in a high chair and is reaching out for your foods around 6 months of age, this wonderful journey of feeding can begin!

Remember, don’t take their opinions about food too seriously. They are developing their taste buds with every new taste.

If you never provide them the opportunity to experience a variety of textures and tastes, they will never know just how enjoyable it is to try new foods.

Allowing your little one to be a ‘foodie’ is our goal❤️

01/31/2026

Sometimes a well visit ends with a trade of Pokémon cards ☺️.

During this visit, Taylor couldn’t get this very serious guy to commit to that trade.

He’s going to think about it when he gets home.

There is truly nothing better than being surrounded by your children all day, every day. 💕

01/26/2026

Due to the inclement weather and continued snow accumulation in Lewiston, we will be closed to keep our staff and families safe at home today. Please use your membership number for any immediate needs. Thank you for your understanding.

01/24/2026

Oh no! Not Elsa! 🥶⛄️

Authorities confirmed the "individual responsible for this incoming winter weather" has been taken into custody.

The individual in question was not identified in an initial post from the Moore Police Department, but she can be seen handcuffed, and standing in a blue, glittery dress with sheer sleeves.

An officer standing nearby can also be seen holding what appears to be a tiara with pink gemstones.

"The winter storm is still coming," police wrote. "The cold never bothered her anyway, but it will bother your commute."

01/20/2026

Kelli Wixom is the owner of Silver Moon Sleep Consulting and has been a such an incredible asset to many of our families experiencing sleep challenges with their little ones.

She practices with compassion and extreme care, with cry-it-out never a part of her sleep strategies.

She offers free 15 minute consultations and amazingly affordable packages for those choosing to experience her expertise.

I am always grateful to be able to refer to her when needed.

Should you feel that she may be helpful for you and children, please don’t hesitate to contact her.

Thank you, Kelli, for being a wonderful help to so many of our families.

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Does your child have frequent night wakings?
Does he/she need to be fed or rocked to sleep?
If you answered yes to either of these, let’s chat!

01/15/2026

One of our sweetest little ladies is three today! She got to enjoy a snow day with her wonderful momma as well! To have this opportunity to see little ones grow up is such a blessing. I am so very grateful. Happy birthday, Sophia! 💕.

01/09/2026

🛡️ Keep Your Family Healthy This Winter! 🛡️

Cold and flu season is in full swing, but with a few simple steps, you can help strengthen your child’s immune system and keep those sniffles away:

✅Eat the Rainbow: Incorporate a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables to provide essential vitamins and nutrients.
✅Stay Hydrated: Even in winter, kids need plenty of water to keep their bodies functioning at their best.
✅Prioritize Sleep: Adequate rest is critical for a strong immune system—aim for age-appropriate sleep schedules.
✅Encourage Handwashing: Make it a fun routine with songs or timers to ensure kids wash their hands thoroughly.

A healthy winter starts with healthy habits. At Purely Pediatrics, we’re here to support your family every step of the way! 💙 What are your go-to tricks for keeping your kids healthy during winter?

01/09/2026

❄️ Winter doesn’t have to be gloomy! Here’s how to keep your kids happy and active during the colder months ❄️

January can be tough for kids and parents alike, with shorter days and chilly weather. But with a little creativity, you can make this time of year fun and engaging!

👉Outdoor Adventures: Bundle up and enjoy the snow with sledding, snowman-building, or a scavenger hunt for winter nature items.
👉Stay Active Indoors: Create an obstacle course, have a family dance party, or explore kid-friendly yoga videos.
👉Craft Time: Break out the glue sticks and markers for DIY winter crafts, like paper snowflakes or a homemade bird feeder.

Keep spirits high by finding joy in simple moments. From all of us at Purely Pediatrics, we’re here to help your family thrive all year long. What are your favorite winter activities? ❄️💙

01/07/2026

What does it mean now that I have completed a Fellowship in Integrative medicine? Great question!

The most important components of the practice of integrative medicine include focus on the whole person; integrating standard medical care with complementary approaches such as lifestyle modifications, yoga, nutrition, acupuncture, massage, and meditation to name just a few; utilize safe and effective therapies that have been studied and guided by evidence; and lastly to focus on prevention as well as early detection of illness.

My training has helped me to understand how to assist my families in finding high quality supplements that may provide known health benefits while ensuring there is an understanding that supplements can also do harm. Vitamin D and Magnesium are my favorite recommendations!

I am acutely aware that it is important to consider the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and social aspects of health with every patient and family.

The nurturing of the therapeutic relationship between doctor and patient occurs through sharing of knowledge and ideas in a capacity that allows for open discussion and honest discourse.

My training in Integrative Medicine allows me to blend standard treatment and plan of care with complementary approaches in a way that can only better empower the patient and family in their search for health and wellness.

Complementary therapies should always work with conventional medical care, and this is an important concept that is often overlooked.

The desire to allow complementary therapy approaches does not mean that we need to avoid standard medical care.

Anyone that tells another to abandon their physician’s guidance and instead follow a plan of alternative care that discounts the benefit of conventional medical treatment is not an integrative provider by any means.

I have loved every second of my fellowship training in integrative medicine.

I love being a pediatrician.

Please remember that health is not an all or nothing concept.

The blending of medical guidance with complementary care is the path to health and healing.

It is not one or the other, no matter who tells you otherwise. ❤️.

01/04/2026

Oh this will be fun! 🙃

Good luck and Godspeed.

01/02/2026

Wishing all a New Year filled with peace, contentment, and the ability to see challenges as an opportunity for growth. ❤️

01/02/2026

Wishing all a New Year filled with peace, contentment, and the ability to see challenges as an opportunity for growth❤️.

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