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02/18/2026

🦠 Measles Update for Duval County Families

There are currently six confirmed cases of measles in Duval County, including cases in young children. While measles is uncommon, it is a highly contagious viral illness, which is why awareness is important.

Early symptoms often begin like a cold—fever, cough, runny nose, and red or watery eyes—followed a few days later by a rash that typically starts on the face and spreads downward. Infants, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for complications.

If your child develops a high fever and rash, or if there has been known exposure to measles, please contact your pediatric provider right away. Do not walk into an office or emergency department without calling first, as this helps protect other patients and staff.

The best protection against measles is vaccination. If you have questions about immunization status or immunity—especially during pregnancy—reach out to Bloom Pediatrics or your healthcare provider for guidance.

Being informed helps you protect your family—save this and share it with someone who needs it.

02/17/2026

🚨 “My child is allergic to penicillin.”
We hear this a lot — but here’s an important fact many parents don’t know 👇

💊 Up to 90% of children labeled as penicillin-allergic are NOT truly allergic.

Many reactions that happen in childhood (like rashes during a viral illness) are often mistaken for allergies. Over time, that label can follow your child into adulthood — limiting safe, effective antibiotic choices when they really matter.

Why this matters:
✔️ Penicillin and related antibiotics are often the best first-line treatment
✔️ Avoiding them can lead to stronger antibiotics, more side effects, and resistance
✔️ True penicillin allergies can fade over time — especially in kids

👶 If your child was labeled “penicillin allergic” years ago, it may be worth revisiting that history. A careful review , and in some cases allergy testing, can safely remove that label.

At Bloom Pediatrics, we take time to review medication reactions thoughtfully so your child gets the safest, most effective care 💛

02/14/2026

💙💚 Happy Valentine’s Day from Bloom Pediatrics 💚💙

We are so grateful for the families who trust us with their most precious hearts. Watching your children grow, thrive, and bloom is truly a privilege we never take for granted. Today, and every day, we wish our patients a year filled with good health, big smiles, curious minds, and joyful moments, both at home and beyond. Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside your family in this season of life. You are deeply valued, and your children are so very loved. 🌸

02/11/2026

👩🏻‍⚕️Parents ask me these five questions every single week—so let’s clear them up.

👶 When is a fever concerning?
Fevers help fight infection. What matters most is how your child looks and acts—not just the number. Call us if your baby is under 3 months with any fever, if a fever lasts more than 3 days, or if your child is lethargic, not drinking well, or hard to wake.

🤧 Does my child need to be seen for every cough or cold?
Most colds are viral and last 7–10 days. Thick mucus and lingering coughs can be normal. Seek care if breathing looks labored, symptoms worsen after day five, or your child isn’t staying hydrated.

🌸 This rash just showed up—should I be worried?
Most childhood rashes are viral or an environmental response. Call or seek care if the rash is painful, spreading quickly, associated with fever, purple or non-blanching, or if your child looks ill.

🧠 Is this behavior normal or something more?
Big emotions and impulsivity can be developmentally normal. Red flags include regression, sudden behavior changes, school concerns, or behaviors that interfere with daily life.

🏫 When should I keep my child home from school?
Fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or being too tired to participate comfortably are reasons to stay home.

At Bloom Pediatrics, we partner with families through personalized, evidence-based, integrative care—taking the time to truly know your child.
Follow along or reach out to learn more about joining our practice. Practice link in our bio! 🥰

12/24/2025

✨ Holiday Hours-Bloom Pediatrics ✨

As we pause to celebrate the Christmas and New Year season, Bloom Pediatrics will be closed for the holidays and will reopen on January 5, 2026.

I am incredibly grateful for our Bloom families and the trust you place in me. Thank you for allowing me to walk alongside you and care for your children this past year—it has truly been a blessing.

🙏🏻I pray your days are filled with rest, joy, and meaningful time with loved ones, and that the new year brings health, peace, and abundant blessings to your family. 🎄

With gratitude,
Dr. Jessica Raines
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Bloom Pediatrics🥰

12/05/2025

👶🏼💉There has been a historic vote by the CDC’s vaccine advisory group (ACIP) that may change how we approach hepatitis B protection for newborns in the United States.

For over 30 years, all babies have routinely received the hepatitis B vaccine shortly after birth. This universal strategy has played a major role in reducing serious liver infections caused by the hepatitis B virus.

What’s changing?
ACIP has voted to end the universal birth-dose recommendation and narrow its guidance:

➡️ Babies born to mothers who test positive for hepatitis B should still receive the vaccine at birth.
➡️ For mothers who are negative or whose status is unknown, the new guidance encourages a conversation with your healthcare provider to decide what’s best.

This change is not yet final—it still needs approval from the CDC’s acting director.

At Bloom Pediatrics, your baby’s health and safety always come first. If you’re expecting or planning your newborn care, I’m here to walk with you through these updates, answer questions, and help you make informed decisions that feel right for your family.

If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, now is a great time to make sure your hepatitis B screening is up to date. ✔️

Feel free to reach out with questions or schedule a prenatal consult. 💛

11/25/2025

🍂 Bloom Pediatrics Holiday Hours 🍂

Our office will be closed November 26–28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
We will reopen and resume visits on December 1.

Wishing all of our Bloom Pediatrics families a warm and restful Thanksgiving! 🦃🧡

11/16/2025

🥳Happy Birthday to Dr. Raines, DNP, APRN 🎂 “Another year has passed, and what a year it has been. God is good and has opened the doors to care for so many families. What a gift running this practice has been. I look forward to many more years caring for your little ones.”

11/13/2025

✨ Cold & Flu Season is Strutting In ✨
That’s right… viruses are walking the runway in full glam this season 😷💜

Cold and flu season has officially begun — and while it’s common for kids to catch 8–12 illnesses a year (especially through winter months), that doesn’t make it any easier. When your little one is coughing, cranky, and sleep is a distant memory, normal doesn’t always feel reassuring.

Take a deep breath, grab some tissues, and remember — you’re not alone. Most parents right now are powering through with a nasal aspirator in one hand and a snack in the other 🫶

At Bloom Pediatrics, we’re here to support you and your child through every sniffle, sneeze, and sleepless night. 💚

👉 Swipe to see safe and homeopathic options for easing symptoms during viral illnesses.

11/11/2025

🚨 Formula Recall Alert 🍼

ByHeart, a next-generation baby nutrition company, has expanded its voluntary recall to include all batches of:
👉 ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans
👉 ByHeart Anywhere Pack™

This recall is being conducted in close collaboration with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) out of an abundance of caution — no unopened ByHeart products have tested positive for Clostridium botulinum spores or toxin.

🔍 Recalled Product Details:
• Can UPC: 85004496800
• Anywhere Pack™ UPC: 85004496802

If you currently use ByHeart formula, please discontinue use immediately and visit byheart.com/recall for instructions on refunds and safe disposal.

👶 Your baby’s safety is our top priority at Bloom Pediatrics🥰

09/23/2025

🤰PRENATAL ACETAMINOPHEN USE AND THE LINK TO NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS 🧠

✨ WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY?

📊 Autism diagnoses have risen:
• 2006: ~1 in 110 children by age 8
• 2025: ~1 in 31 children (CDC, April 2025)

🔬 Research findings:
• Frequent or prolonged acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy has been linked in several large observational studies to higher rates of neurodevelopmental disorders in children.
•❗️Important: These studies show association, not causation — they do not prove that Tylenol use during pregnancy causes autism.

📖 A review in BMC Environmental Health, co-authored by Dr. Andrea Baccarelli (Dean, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health), reported links between acetaminophen and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism.

💬 Dr. Baccarelli states:
“Appropriate and immediate steps should be taken to advise pregnant women to limit acetaminophen consumption to protect their offspring’s neurodevelopment.”

📎 Study link: https://ehjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12940-025-01208-0

👉 As pediatricians, we recognize that fever and pain during pregnancy also carry risks. The current guidance (FDA & CDC): acetaminophen remains the safest OTC pain reliever in pregnancy — but it should be used at the lowest effective dose, for the shortest time necessary.

Always discuss medication use with your healthcare provider. 💙

09/18/2025

💐Dear Bloom Pediatrics Families,

Bloom Pediatrics will be closed on September 18 & 19, 2025 as we attend a Gut Microbiome Conference. This is an exciting opportunity for us to learn the latest evidence-based strategies that support children’s health and well-being.

I look forward to bringing back new insights to better care for your little ones and help them thrive!

Thank you for your understanding,
Dr. Raines, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 👩🏻‍⚕️

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