Peninsula Pediatrics

02/25/2026

Your baby's first tooth is an exciting milestone! 🦷 And it's important to start taking care of their tooth right away, as cavities can develop as soon as your baby has teeth. Check out these 10 everyday ways to keep your baby's teeth healthy.

"Cleanse little mouths after each meal. Even before your infant's first teeth break through, it is important to get into a healthy routine. Wipe the gums with a clean, damp washcloth or gauze pad after each feeding. When baby teeth come in, switch to a soft-bristled toothbrush with a smear (about the size of a grain of rice) of fluoride toothpaste."

​Baby teeth are important. If baby teeth are lost too early, the teeth that are left may move and not leave any room for the adult teeth to come in.​

02/24/2026

You probably heard about GMOs and glyphosate, an herbicide, in the news lately. And with so many conflicting messages about diet, you might wonder what is safe and healthy for your kids. We recommend reading this guide for information on how foods and drinks with GMOs can affect your child's health. 🍎

"When glyphosate was first approved, it was thought to pose no threat to human health. But research from around the world now shows that these chemicals can build up in our bodies. This can increase the risks for some blood cancers, including specific kinds of leukemia and lymphoma. Some studies show that farmers who use glyphosate on their crops face a greater risk of developing these blood cancers than people with lower exposure to herbicides."

​​In a new report, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) takes a close look at evidence surrounding genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. Here's what we know about how foods and drinks with GMOs may affect your child's health and how to reduce GMO foods in your child's diet.

02/19/2026

As a reminder for Children's Dental Health Month, fluoride is important for strengthening your children's teeth and preventing cavities. 🦷 Fluoride can be found in drinking water, food and beverages, toothpaste, mouth rinses, and dental treatments such as fluoride varnish. Here are answers to common questions about fluoride.

Fluoride from drinking water and other sources such as toothpaste can strengthen tooth enamel and help prevent tooth decay. Below is a list of questions that parents frequently ask about fluoride and how it can help their children.

02/18/2026

February is American Heart Month! ❤️ You might think of heart disease as something for adults to be concerned about. But the risk for heart disease can start as early as childhood. To protect your child's heart health for their entire lives, help them develop strong heart-healthy habits when they're still young. These include eating a well-balanced diet, minimizing foods high in saturated fat, added sugar, and sodium, getting daily exercise, and staying on top of screenings.

Children with no family history of heart disease should get cholesterol screenings between the ages of 9 and 12. For those who do have a family history of heart disease, screenings should start as early as the age of 2.

Learn more about heart-healthy habits here! 👇

If members of your family have had heart disease at an early age, your child may be at risk for early-onset heart disease.

02/17/2026

Happy Chinese New Year! 🐎

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day!! ❤️

02/11/2026

February is Children's Dental Health Month! 🦷 An important part of your child's oral care is cavity prevention. Proper cleaning and flossing, eating a nutritious diet, limiting added sugar, and routine dental checkups can help prevent tooth decay. To learn more about how to protect your children's teeth and proper cleaning tips, check out this guide!

​Many parents assume that cavities in baby teeth don't matter, because they'll be lost anyway. But that's not true. Learn why.

02/09/2026

Celebrating ! ✊🏾

02/05/2026

Struggling to get your kids to eat veggies? Sometimes, changing the texture of vegetables can help. Here are different ways to offer veggies that can encourage your kids to eat them! 🥦🥕

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02/04/2026

Not sure if your child should be taking a vitamin or supplement? The truth is, dietary supplements are not necessary for kids who eat a variety of foods and get all of the nutrients their bodies need. Children with dietary restrictions or certain health conditions may need to take a vitamin or supplement. However, it's important to talk to the pediatrician first. Learn more here! 💊

​This HealthyChildren.org article explores whether children need vitamins or supplements to support health and immunity. It explains that while a balanced diet is typically sufficient, certain kids—like picky eaters or those with limited diets—might benefit from supplements like vitamin D or m...

02/03/2026

It's not uncommon for kids to push back on accommodations they may need in school. Many of them fear looking different, worry about what their peers will think, or don't understand how their accommodations can help. Here's a guide sharing 9 reasons kids might refuse accommodations and what you can do to help.

"Kids who learn and think differently are used to school being difficult. Once they have accommodations in place that work well, they may start doing better. And that can be confusing. It might feel like the accommodation is doing the work for them, which can feel wrong. They may not yet understand that the accommodation is a tool that helps them show knowledge or get their work done."

Why would a child refuse to use accommodations? Explore common reasons why kids don’t use classroom accommodations, like feeling ashamed and not wanting to stand out.

01/29/2026

Do you have concerns about your teen staying up late or not getting enough sleep because of social media and screen devices? If so, you're not alone. It's a common struggle in a lot of families. Here are 3 tips for setting tech boundaries at bedtime! 💤

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