Children First Pediatrics

Children First Pediatrics We have been providing high quality care to our patients for over 45 years! We love being a part of the community for fundraising events.

Other office location: 10301 Georgia Ave. #106, Silver Spring, MD 20902
ONLY the Silver Spring location has Saturday office hours.

Your little one is learning how to take care of things by watching you. Try this fun sponge activity to turn cleaning in...
11/14/2025

Your little one is learning how to take care of things by watching you. Try this fun sponge activity to turn cleaning into a game.

Activity: Cleaning Together (12 months - 2 years)

Use: Cleaning Up

Description: Turn cleaning into a game. Give your child a clean, almost-dry sponge and ask them to help you wipe off a surface you're cleaning. Ask them to wipe it clean in long lines from top to bottom. Then try making a zigzag. Then circles. See what they think of too!

Brainy Background: Doing grown-up work can make your child feel very proud of themself and their accomplishments. In addition, they're learning how to take care of the things in their life and is also learning new words too!

Actividad: Limpieza en conjunto (12 meses - 2 años)

Uso: Limpiar

Descripción: Convierte la limpieza de una superficie en un juego. Dale a tu niño una esponja limpia y casi seca, y pídele que te ayude a limpiar una superficie. Pídele a tu niño que la limpie en líneas largas de abajo hacia arriba. Luego intenten limpiar en zigzag. Después en círculos. ¡También pregúntale qué piensa él!

Fondo Inteligente: Hacer "trabajos de adultos" puede hacer que tu niño se sienta muy orgulloso de sí mismo y de sus logros. Además, tu niño aprende cómo ocuparse de las cosas de su vida y también ¡aprende nuevas palabras!

All information provided by Vroom®, an initiative of the Bezos Family Foundation — https://fb.com/joinvroom

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Research finds that 40% of toddlers between 1 to 3 years use screens in the 30 minutes before bed and 65% of children un...
11/13/2025

Research finds that 40% of toddlers between 1 to 3 years use screens in the 30 minutes before bed and 65% of children under 14 years use screens in the 30 minutes before bedtime (Brambilla et al 2017). Nearly half of teenagers continue using screens after bedtime when they are supposed to be asleep (Gamble et al 2014).

Yet, research consistently finds that screen time in the evening hours is linked to difficulty falling asleep, less sleep overall, daytime tiredness, and increased risk for nightmares (see Lund et al., 2021 for review). In addition, screen time before bedtime may be associated with an increased risk for nightmares.

Screens around bedtime may impact sleep because they emit blue light, involve exciting or anxiety-provoking content, and may get in the way of practices known to improve sleep (consistent bedtime routine and time outside).

Swipe ➡️ for practical tips for minimizing the impact of evening screen time on sleep!

All information provided by Parenting Translator Foundation — parentingtranslator.org

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Teen headaches: It's important to know the possible causes. Illness, stress, skipping meals, and drug use are among them...
11/12/2025

Teen headaches: It's important to know the possible causes. Illness, stress, skipping meals, and drug use are among them. Frequent or severe headaches warrant attention. We can help identify the underlying issue and provide care. Learn more here: https://www.childrenfirstpediatrics.com/teens/Important-Information-for-Teens-Who-Get-Headaches

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Spread the word about SAFE SLEEP! Show others your safe infant sleep skills by setting up a space that is:- Free of bump...
11/11/2025

Spread the word about SAFE SLEEP! Show others your safe infant sleep skills by setting up a space that is:
- Free of bumpers, pillows, blankets, and toys
- A firm, flat, and level surface covered only by a fitted sheet
- In the same room where the parents or caregivers sleep

Learn more about fun ways to spread the word about safe infant sleep at safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

All information provided by Safe to Sleep®; Eunice Kennedy Shriver NICHD — https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

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Looking for an easy cavity-fighting boost? Tiny teeth in every home can stay protected with every glass of tap water tha...
11/10/2025

Looking for an easy cavity-fighting boost? Tiny teeth in every home can stay protected with every glass of tap water thanks to community water fluoridation.

All information provided by The American Academy of Pediatrics: Campaign for Dental Health — https://ilikemyteeth.org

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Books support language, provide information and entertainment, deepen adult-child relationships, and help children becom...
11/07/2025

Books support language, provide information and entertainment, deepen adult-child relationships, and help children become experts on their favorite subjects.

When choosing books for your preschooler, remember that preschoolers enjoy books that:

📕relate to their special interests and questions – including picture books meant for older children or adults
📖have patterns that invite participation in reading
📘are about children like themselves and those who are different
📚are made by themselves and their classmates

All information provided by Head Start — https://fb.com/HeadStartgov

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

Safety first! Our medical library has resources on biking, car seats, teen driving, water safety, and more. Learn more h...
11/07/2025

Safety first! Our medical library has resources on biking, car seats, teen driving, water safety, and more. Learn more here: https://www.childrenfirstpediatrics.com/safety

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There are tests that claim to provide accurate “food allergy testing.” These tests claim to reveal “hidden allergies” th...
11/05/2025

There are tests that claim to provide accurate “food allergy testing.” These tests claim to reveal “hidden allergies” that medical allergy tests cannot detect. These tests are not scientifically proven and not recommended to diagnose a food allergy. https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/new-food-allergy-diagnosis/alternative-food-allergy-tests-to-avoid/

All information provided by Kids With Food Allergies — kidswithfoodallergies.org — https://fb.com/kidswithfoodallergies

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

“Look at me!” “Watch this!” “Mama, mama, mOoOoMMmMmmmm!”Sound familiar? 😅Kids are wired to need our attention, and when ...
11/04/2025

“Look at me!” “Watch this!” “Mama, mama, mOoOoMMmMmmmm!”

Sound familiar? 😅

Kids are wired to need our attention, and when they’re young they often ask for it right out loud — A LOT!

But they also ask for attention in other ways, especially as they get older. Risky activities, acting overly goofy, interrupting, and lots of other less-than-desirable behaviors can be bids for attention, too.

Filling your child’s “attention cup” doesn’t just mean they’ll bug you for attention less! Acknowledging them builds trust and self-esteem, strengthens your connection, makes it more likely they’ll tell you if they get into a tricky situation… There’s no end to the benefits!

Giving kids attention doesn’t have to mean blocking off an hour for family game night (although that’s awesome too!) — filling their cup can happen in small moments throughout the day when you notice their feelings, their efforts, or the way they impact others’ lives.

What’s one thing you can say to fill your child’s cup today?

All information provided by ParentsTogether — https://fb.com/ParentsTogetherOrg

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We hope your halloween was as fun as ours! Which is your favorite costume? Share your vote in the comments!EDITORIAL DIS...
11/03/2025

We hope your halloween was as fun as ours! Which is your favorite costume? Share your vote in the comments!

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

Calories Count: Big, Bold & Easy to Spot- Energy from carbs, fat, protein & alcohol—right on the label.- Balance intake ...
11/01/2025

Calories Count: Big, Bold & Easy to Spot
- Energy from carbs, fat, protein & alcohol—right on the label.
- Balance intake with what your body uses.
- Remember: serving size ≠ recommendation.
- And “fat-free” or “no added sugars” doesn’t mean calorie-free.

All information provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture — https://fb.com/USDA

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Your child's safety is our priority. That's why we've created a comprehensive resource on choking prevention. From ident...
10/30/2025

Your child's safety is our priority. That's why we've created a comprehensive resource on choking prevention. From identifying hazards to understanding emergency procedures, we've got you covered. To learn more, visit: https://www.childrenfirstpediatrics.com/newborns/Choking-Prevention-and-First-Aid-for-Infants-and-C

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.










Address

2301 Research Boulevard, Ste 115
Rockville, MD
20850

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7am - 6:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13019901664

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