Peekaboo Pediatrics Philadelphia

11/18/2025

Is your baby ready for shoes? When babies are only able to stand or take a few steps, they're not ready for shoes just yet. Giving your shoes too early may make learning how to walk a little bit harder, because they limit the baby’s foot movement. 👶

Babies can start wearing shoes when they're walking. In the meantime, if your baby's feet are cold, you can give them socks.

👉 To learn about what to look for in baby shoes, check out this link!

Wondering when to introduce shoes for your baby? Learn the best time to start and how to choose shoes that support Baby's development.

11/14/2025

🚨 The FDA announced that families should stop using all ByHeart formula immediately due to a multi-state outbreak of botulism. Read more here.

Do not use recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. FDA’s Investigation is ongoing.

11/13/2025

November is . 💜

If your child is premature (born before 37 weeks), you’ll want to track their milestones based on a corrected age, rather than their actual age. That means tracking them by the age they would be if they had been born on their due date. 👶

➡️ To find the corrected age for your baby, take their actual age and subtract the weeks preterm.

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11/12/2025

It's the cold and flu season! 🤧 If your baby is sick, they can't blow their own nose and will need your help. Keeping their nose clear makes it easier for them to breathe, sleep, and feed. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you clean that little one's nose safely.

Got a snotty or stuffy infant? Learn safe steps for cleaning Baby’s nose with a bulb syringe or nasal aspirator, plus tips to ease congestion at home.

11/11/2025

Thank you to all of our veterans! 🇺🇸

11/06/2025

Has your child been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If so, managing their blood sugar and following a healthy lifestyle are key to managing this chronic condition. We recommend checking out this guide for tips on how to manage your child's glucose levels. 👇

"Glucose will build up in the blood if it cannot be used by the cells. High blood glucose levels can damage many parts of the body, such as the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart.

Your child's blood glucose levels may need to be checked on a regular schedule to make sure the levels do not get too high. Your child's doctor will tell you what your child's blood glucose level should be.

You and your child will need to learn how to use a glucose meter. Blood glucose levels can be quickly and easily measured using a glucose meter. First, a lancet is used to prick the skin; then a drop of blood from your child's finger is placed on a test strip that is inserted into the meter."

​Children with type 2 diabetes can live a healthy life. If your child has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, your child's doctor will talk with you about the importance of lifestyle and medication in keeping your child's blood glucose (blood sugar) levels under control.

11/05/2025

November is ! Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in children and teens. It occurs when the body cannot make enough of the hormone insulin, which is needed for glucose to move from the bloodstream into the cells throughout the body for energy.

👉To learn about the signs of Type 1 diabetes, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated, check out this guide!

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a disease caused by a lack of insulin. Insulin is needed to allow sugar to move from the bloodstream into the cells to be used for energy. In this article, pediatric endocrinologists describe symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of T1D in children and teens. 

11/04/2025

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10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!! 👻🎃

10/29/2025

These days, there's a ton of media content that children are exposed to. But not all content is appropriate or high-quality for kids. Furthermore, some kids consume too much media that it's essential to establish boundaries around media use. Here are tips to help children develop a healthy relationship with media and how to pick good content. 📲

The following practical strategies are ways to build balance, critical thinking, self-regulation, and safety skills for toddlers through elementary school-aged children.

10/28/2025

Food allergies occur when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods, and can be common in children and teens. Here's a helpful guide on signs of food allergies to look out for, how to manage food allergies, and how to lower the risk of developing one. 🥜

"Starting around 6 months, parents can help lower the risk of food allergies by offering common allergens like peanuts, eggs, dairy and sesame. Delaying the introduction of these foods may actually raise the risk. Begin with small amounts, one food at a time, and watch for reactions. If your baby has eczema or a family history of allergies, check with your pediatrician first. Safe, early exposure can make a big difference."

A food allergy happens when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods. Food allergies are most common in babies and children, but they can occur at any age. They also occur more often in children who have other allergies or who have family members with allergies. Learn more here.​

10/23/2025

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month! Let’s raise awareness, build inclusion, and break stigma.

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