Purely Pediatrics

04/03/2026

We also have little ones with autism in our practice and are constantly amazed with their creativity, unique perspectives, and strength.

They remind me about the importance of supporting another and finding the beauty in all of our unique qualities.

They remind me about the importance of meeting another right where they are.

Their parents remind me about the importance of acceptance while striving to provide a myriad of opportunities that will support growth, development, and achievement.

Oh, how very much I have learned from each one them💗. I am so grateful.

04/01/2026

Big announcement!

Dr. Sue left this T shirt on her desk this morning and left us to become a pediatrician bird watcher!

She had her vehicle packed with bird seed and binoculars, and took off down the street with her bird book in hand!

We are hoping this is a short lived adventure, but we always joked with her that she will make a great bird lady.

We didn’t think it would happen quite this soon! 🐦‍⬛🪺…………………………………………………………….Happy April Fools Day! Dr. Sue may love birds, but she will never fly away from this ‘coop’ 💗

03/27/2026

My beautiful nieces…

Children remind us to say what we want, find beauty in what is right in front of us, and to unapologetically be ourselves.

Such important lessons come from these amazing little people of ours.

I am blessed to have your little ones as part of my everyday. 💗

03/16/2026

Coughs can become lengthy in little ones, causing parental distress.

Viral coughs are the most common reason for persistent coughs in children.

This is an excellent video detailing causes for persistent coughs and some red flags to watch for.

03/14/2026

03/12/2026

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03/07/2026

My boys have been on the ice since they were very little.

Many may not know that hockey has been a large part of our lives for many years, including the school and travel circuits.

Weekends have generally been hockey, whether it be practice, games, or tournaments.

Many times, I would be answering calls and texts from the hockey rink.

Ultimately, seeing both of my sons play together on the Varsity team this season for Lew-Port was an amazing gift.

Two defensemen together on the ice, finally.

My oldest son has completed his hockey career this season knowing how to be an amazing teammate, a hard worker for the team, and to show up for the team.

He loved his time on the ice, grew up with his friends on the ice, and found success that follows with hard work and practice.

Although I have not been able to make every game, they know I am their biggest cheerleader on and off of the ice.

What has been most important is that they have loved to be on the ice and have always chosen to be there.

Now, we are onto lacrosse season, but hockey season will always hold a special place in my heart.

My youngest son still has some time left on that ice, and I intend to enjoy that with him.

Time goes by so very fast with our kids.

Take each game, practice, competition, and recital at a time.

Love what they love, and be there to catch them during the tough lessons and defeats.

Learning to get right back up is one of the most important lessons they can take away from all of this. 💗🏒.

02/24/2026

I was just thinking about this the other day.

Trying to hold onto the current version of our kids brings us to new versions before we even realize it.

I find myself staring at my boys (and driving them crazy) more and more, telling them that I am allowed to stare at them as their mom 😉.

I know this is how it is supposed to be.

Don’t be afraid to open those bedroom doors to ask them about their day.

Notice anything new they have in their room, as it can lead to conversation.

Accept the eye rolls and the smirks.

This is all part of the current version.

Soon enough, they will cherish you as their parent, and ask you about your day.

For now, sit in that front row and be an active participant in the transition.

It is truly an incredible story.

❤️

02/22/2026

I always tell my sons how important the defense is in a game. The goalie and defensive lines can hold the key. Defensive positions often miss out on the glory, but never stop reminding them just how important their efforts are out on that ice. Team USA men’s and women’s teams, we are so proud to call you ours! ❤️.

02/20/2026

Truly incredible ❤️

If you’re pregnant with a girl…
you’re holding generations at once.

Baby girls are born
with all the eggs they’ll ever have.
Which means inside you
is not just your daughter
you’re carrying her future children too.

The babies she may one day hold.
The laughter, the love, the life
that hasn’t even begun yet…
all quietly resting inside you.

Three generations.
One body.
One sacred moment in time.

A mother.
A daughter.
And the possibility
of a grandchild.

Life is already weaving
a future you can’t see,
touch, or imagine yet
but it’s there.

Soft.
Silent.
Sacred.