West Atlanta Pediatrics

03/11/2026

🎉 Happy 18 years, Amy! 🎉

For the past 18 years, our amazing MA, Amy, has been a constant source of energy, laughter, and dedication. She brings her passion for health and wellness from her love of Bold Fitness right into the office, keeping the team motivated and the atmosphere upbeat. Known for her quick wit and great sense of humor, she has a way of making both coworkers and families smile—even on the busiest days. Her experience, positive attitude, and ability to keep the energy going make her an invaluable part of our team, and our practice simply wouldn’t be the same without her. We love ya and we need ya!

03/07/2026

⏰ Spring Forward Tonight! ⏰

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8th at 2AM when the clock will jump ahead to 3AM.

When we spring forward for Daylight Saving Time, the one-hour time change can temporarily affect babies’ and children’s sleep schedules. To help ease the transition, start adjusting bedtime by 10–15 minutes earlier for a few nights leading up to or immediately after the change if possible. Keep bedtime routines consistent—baths, books, and calming activities signal to your child that it’s time for sleep. In the morning, expose your child to natural sunlight and maintain normal meal and nap schedules to help reset their internal clock. Younger children may be a little extra tired or fussy for a few days, but most adjust within a week. Patience, consistency, and plenty of daytime activity can help your child settle into the new schedule more smoothly.

03/04/2026

💐 First Day of Spring is March 20th! 💐

Spring allergies are common in children and are often triggered by pollen from trees, grasses, and flowers. Symptoms can include sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, nasal congestion, runny nose, coughing, sore throat, and fatigue, which may be mistaken for a lingering cold.

To help manage these symptoms, families can limit outdoor activities on high‑pollen days, keep windows closed, use air purifiers, and encourage children to wash their hands and face after playing outside. Over‑the‑counter treatments such as antihistamines or nasal saline rinses may provide relief, but it’s important to consult a provider to determine the safest and most effective options for each child.

If symptoms are persistent or severe, allergy testing or prescription therapies may be recommended to help children stay comfortable and active throughout the season.

02/25/2026

🌸 As we step into March and the first signs of spring, we’re reminded that growth takes time, care, and the right environment. Our children’s mental health is no different.

Spring is a natural season to reset routines, refresh our habits, and plant seeds that help our families thrive emotionally.

Here are simple ways to nurture healthy minds at home:

• Reset routines. Longer days can shift schedules. Protect sleep and create a consistent wind-down time at night.
• Get outside together. Fresh air, sunlight, and movement reduce stress and improve mood for both children and adults.
• Create space for feelings. Ask open-ended questions like, “What’s been on your mind lately?” and listen without rushing to solve.
• Declutter stress. Spring cleaning is not just for closets. Identify one activity or commitment that may be overwhelming your child and reassess.
• Model emotional growth. Share age-appropriate examples of how you handle disappointment, frustration, or change.

Growth is not always visible right away. Just like a seed beneath the soil, children need consistent care, patience, and encouragement to flourish.

This March, let’s commit to nurturing homes where children feel emotionally safe, deeply heard, and confidently supported as they grow.

Our Mission at West Atlanta Pediatrics is committed to providing quality healthcare for children from birth to 18 years of age through preventive health screening, patient and parent education and appropriate management of illnesses and concerns.

02/16/2026

✨ Provider Spotlight! ✨

Get to know our amazing providers!

Let’s talk about Dr. Judah 🩺

Dr. Lauren Lewis Judah is originally from Alabama and earned her undergraduate degree from Auburn University before completing medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She began her pediatrics career in Long Island, where she served for two years as an Associate Professor of Medicine at Stony Brook University. She later joined the team at West Atlanta Pediatrics, where she is passionate about caring for children and supporting families in her community.

Dr. Judah lives in East Cobb with her husband and their five children. Outside of medicine, she enjoys card games, puzzles, traveling, and gardening. She also dreams of one day owning a donkey. 🫏

02/02/2026

❄️ Safety First! ❄️

We want to remind you all of the importance of teaching your kiddos to look both ways before crossing the street, always wear a helmet, and hold on to the railing of the stairs. It looks like our nurse Kendyle was taught to hold on to both cars for safety when falling face first! We’re glad Kendyle used her safety sense and prevented a “go home early day” because “we love you and we need you!” 💙

01/31/2026

✨ A moment of gratitude! ✨

Please join us in congratulating our phone nurse Lori on her much deserved retirement! 👏

Lori has been an incredible asset to the West Atlanta Pediatrics family for the past 11 years. Many of our families may have spoken with Lori and have been reassured by her calming nature and wealth of knowledge!

Thank you for everything you have done for us and for our patients and families. You’re the absolute best! We will miss you, Lori!

Love,
Your West Atlanta Pediatrics family ❤️

01/25/2026

🧊 Delayed Opening! 🧊

We will plan to open both locations on Monday, January 26th at 10AM. We will update the page if weather or road conditions change and if we need to remain closed for the day. Any previously scheduled appointments before 10 will be rescheduled, someone will reach out to you to reschedule.

We will make sure Dr. Judah makes it safely through the parking lot 🧊⛸️

01/24/2026

❄️ Ice Storm Safety Reminder ❄️

As icy conditions are likely to move in this weekend, we want to help keep your little ones safe and healthy! Don’t pull a Dr. Judah! ⛸️

• Avoid unnecessary travel if roads are slick
• Bundle kids in warm, waterproof layers if heading outside
• Watch for slips and falls on icy sidewalks and driveways
• Keep children away from downed power lines and icy tree branches
• Have flashlights, batteries, and emergency supplies handy at home

We will provide information on any possible office closures or delayed openings as the weather evolves. Stay warm, stay safe, and check on neighbors who may need extra support 💙

01/19/2026

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we celebrate a leader who dreamed of a kinder, more equitable world for our children. We’re proud to care for every child and family with compassion and respect—today and every day.

01/16/2026

***********UPDATE: FOUND SAFE***********

********FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE********
Smyrna Police Department Announces Safe Recovery of Lyri Ryan
This morning at approximately 7:50 a.m., the Smyrna 911 Communications Center received a call from a citizen reporting a possible sighting of Lyri Ryan. Officers responded to the area, and upon arrival, it was confirmed that Lyri Ryan had been safely located.
Lyri has since been reunited with her family. The Smyrna Police Department would like to extend its sincere gratitude to the community members, partner agencies, and everyone who assisted throughout the night in the efforts to locate her.
We are extremely grateful for the public’s support and are overjoyed that Lyri is safely home with her family.

01/07/2026

West Atlanta Pediatrics stance on vaccinations.

As a practice that has been established since 1992, we at West Atlanta Pediatrics, believe in promoting the health, safety, and wellness of our patients and community. We have seen generations of families come through our doors and have enjoyed seeing our patients grow and become parents of their own. As a practice and as individual providers, we are committed to providing care that is grounded in the best available medical evidence.

We will continue to follow the current immunization schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for our patients. This schedule has been proven to be effective and safe and helps protect the health of children and the community.

We understand that there may be questions or concerns during these uncertain times, and we are always available to provide clear, evidence-based answers to any questions you may have.

We are honored to be entrusted with the care of your children, and we will remain dedicated to providing the highest quality care possible to your family and our community.