Manhattan Valley Pediatrics

01/27/2026

💕Spread the LOVE 💕 We’re hosting a FREE community event! Come join us 🤗🤗 and check out our new location:

📍30 W 60th Street, Suite 1S

Parents we’ll have coffee to share from our local ☕️

📸will be on hand for FREE kids’ 👶🏽 portraits (or) expecting parents can get a pregnancy 🤰🏻 pic!

New patients who register with MVP during the event will receive a branded tote with our providers favorite things 🛍️🎁

Established patients! Bring a new family or friend to the event and get some new 💙 branded merch!

Register for the event on EventBrite, our website or Linktree or come as you are! Hope to see lots of new faces from the Columbus Circle, Lincoln Center, Hells Kitchen, Hudson Yards, Midtown West, Times Square and Upper West Side!

Sharing is caring so spread the love! 💕 send this to your neighbors now 📲

01/26/2026

❄️ Special Office Hours— today, Mon, Jan 26, 2026 🌬️

Due to the snowstorm, our Columbus Circle location will be closed today.

Our Broadway location will be open from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM for sick visits only.

If you had a scheduled appointment for tomorrow, a member of our team will be reaching out to you to reschedule.

🩷 We plan to resume regular hours at both locations on Tuesday.

Thank you for your understanding.

Stay warm!
The MVP Team
❄️🩷🧡💛💙❄️

01/24/2026

Brrrrr chill! 🥶🌬️Happy blustery Friday MVP families! Get ready folks, this could the snow ❄️ ☃️🛷 we’ve all been waiting for (or not, depending on who you ask ;-) So, while you have time to read 📲📚 this weekend, let’s get to some important info about what’s going around AND what’s coming up for events at the office.

For illnesses 😷 here are this week’s top three contenders:

Flu A
Flu B
RSV

ℹ️ While Flu A may seem like old news, the fact we’re still seeing it means you should still be paying attention to close contact with others, hand washing, masking/containment within your house when possible, keeping sick kids home. Flu A tends to be a little more severe symptom-wise with higher fevers and body aches. BOTH flu A and B can serious and severe so please let us know if you think you’re child is ill and you need our support.

ℹ️ RSV: the quick info is can seem like a common virus that causes mild, cold-like symptoms BUT can’t lead to severe infections in infants. Treatment is usually fluids and fever reducers. Pregnant people can receive the maternal RSV vaccine at 32 and 36 weeks if their baby will be born during RSV season (generally given Sept-Jan.) You can read more about the RSV vaccine for babies on our blog: search RSV.

ℹ️ Coming up: two free events for families and caregivers! Come check out our NEW office at 30 W 60th Street, Suite 1S for one or both!

💕 Sat, 2/08; 10 AM to 1 PM 💕
Community Open House 
💓 Spread the Love! 💓
We’re opening the doors to share our new office with the UWS! There will be FREE kids portraits 📸 by and coffee ☕️ (you’re welcome parents!) from local

💘 NEW Patients: Register at our event to receive an MVP tote with our providers’ favorite things! 🛍️

💝 ESTABLISHED Patients: Bring along a new family or friend to the event and snag some free MVP merch! 🫢

ℹ️ Thurs, 2/12 @ 7:30 PM at the Columbus Circle office — a FREE@
Newborn Care Class w/ Dr. Isabelle Falcon of MVP and Ayelet Kaznelson, BCLC who will speak to lactation questions and hosts our weekly group support classes. Registration is available on our website/links!

Stay warm! 🩷🧡💛💙

01/16/2026

Happy (Freezing 🥶) Friday MVP families! Let’s get straight to the top causes for sick 🤒 visits this week starting with:

🫩 Flu A. Yep, unfortunately, the flu is still holding on and we’ve got a ways to go. If for any reason your child (or your family in general) hasn’t received the flu vaccine this season, please don’t hesitate to give us a call to get one. It is not too late. The more the community is vaccinated and practices basic hygiene precautions the faster we can get through this rough patch and look forward to spring 🌷

🤢 Stomach Viruses. The one no one wants EVER 🚫 common symptoms of the Norovirus may include:

• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach cramping
• Urinating less or having dark-colored p*e
• Dry mouth
• Feeling weak
• Dizziness

👅 Next up on the list….all too familiar strep throat. Remember, things like dairy 🥛 can feel cooling on an irritated throat.

🦭 Last but not least, croup. The barky cough often afflicts babies ages 6 months to children3 years old —mainly just because their airways are smaller. Barky cough, fever, hoarse voice, noisy or labored breathing are typical but if your child isn’t getting better on their own (3-5 days) please give us a call.

📲 Reminders: On Saturdays the Upper Manhattan office is open for sick visits from 9am to noon.

🗓️ Monday, 1/19: both offices will be open for regular business.

🍽️ Wednesday, 1/21: Dr. Falcon hosts a Zoom workshop on Starting Solids. Registration is available here in our profile, in our stories and on our website.

Stay tuned for updates on news and events this winter! Be sure to hit the follow ➡️ button and turn on notifications 🔔 to never miss a post or story!

01/13/2026

A friendly reminder in the never ending news cycle—NP Jamie Wells was kind enough to write a full blog for our website last week to cover the recent vaccine news. In addition to her blog, you can also review MVP’s vaccine policy on our website in a few places. As always, we are committed to practicing evidence-based medicine. Please consult your provider if you have specific questions and know that social media is not a replacement for science and a reliable, licensed, and board certified medical physician.

01/08/2026

Welcome back! School’s 👩🏻‍🏫 in session and we’re gearing up our parental education with Starting Solids 101! 🍽️

Who is this class for:

Are you the parent of a baby who’s thinking about starting solids?

Or

…have you already started and are not sure what comes next?

MVP’s Dr. Isabelle Falcon will be leading a Zoom class on:

Wednesday,
January 21st
7:00 PM

🎧 focused on how and when to introduce solid foods to your baby.

Topics will include:

-recognizing signs of readiness, -choosing first foods,
-baby-led weaning,
-safely introducing common allergens.
-Questions welcome!

Registration is available on our website 🌎 under About > Events, on our Link tree 🔗, EventBrite (if you already follow us there 😉) or in our stories!

Share this post with a friend or family of a new baby! 📲🔜

What other workshops would you like to see us offer this winter? Drop us a note here or send us a DM 💬

01/07/2026

Check out the article and as always, we’re here to help families navigate all ages and stages of children’s health and development.

Experts say kids can have screen addiction and even withdrawal symptoms. But there are ways to help your kid or teen foster a healthier relationship with their devices. Tap the link in the first comment to learn more. ⬇️

12/31/2025

Thank you 🙏🏼 to the Upper West Side community and families who have supported our women-owned business.

Thank you 🙏🏼 for trusting us to care for your children. We look forward to a healthy, safe and fun year ahead.

Please note 📝 this week’s special holiday hours for both offices.

Stay tuned for more educational content and updates from our team! Have a suggestion? Drop us a note in our box at the office or DM us here to share with our team.

Stay healthy MVP! 🩷🧡💛💙

Happy New Year, New York!
🥳🎉🎊🍎🗽🦍🌃

12/22/2025

Planning a family vacation? 🌴✈️Whether you’re headed out for the holiday break 🎄, skiing ⛷️ this winter or looking at head to spring break ☀️—Travel with kids doesn’t have to be stressful!

Thanks to one of our newest providers the Upper Manhattan office, Dr. Kelly Lau, who put together these top tips for keeping your little ones safe, healthy, and happy on the go—from packing essentials to airplane hacks that actually work.

Traveling internationally 🗺️? Don’t forget to schedule a pre-travel appointment to discuss vaccines and health precautions specific to your destination.

Swipe through to see what included. What would you add?

Safe travels from our family to yours! 🩷🧡💛💙

12/20/2025

One sneaky Secret Santa (👩🏻‍⚕️ Dr. Hoffman) reveals a very special (edited, improv) version 🎶🎤 📲🎥 of Santa Claus 🎅🏼 is Coming to Town for our Broadway-loving 🎭 Medical Assistant Drew 🤩 Enjoy! ❤️💚🎁

12/19/2025

Between the weather changes 🥶☀️ ⛈️ 💨, wrapping up school before break, holiday parties and celebrations—who has time for being sick?! AmmmIright?! 🤦🏼‍♀️🫠

This week’s roundup our top three offenders are STILL:

• Flu A
• RSV
• Strep

To help you navigate these hectic sick times —here are a couple of notes on these specific illnesses:

Is it Flu, RSV, or Strep?

💨 FLU A
• Sudden high fever (102-104°F)
• Body aches & extreme fatigue
• Dry cough + sore throat
• Headache & chills
• Hits hard and fast

🫁 RSV
• Starts like a cold (runny nose, sneezing)
• Wheezing & rapid breathing
• Most serious in babies