Children's Wellness Center

04/05/2026

Happy Easter!! 🐰

04/02/2026

When your child has a fever, you may be unsure whether or not you need to give them medication and how much, or when to call the pediatrician. shares everything parents need to know about treating fevers.

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04/01/2026

As April marks Autism Awareness Month, we want to share this helpful resource for families to better understand autism in children, including current research and the benefits of early identification. If you have any questions or concerns related to autism, contact our office. ☎️

"Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition. While it varies widely in how it affects children, autistic kids often have differences in how they communicate, play and behave. Because most children on the autism spectrum will sit, crawl and walk on time, you may not notice early delays in social and communication skills."

​Autism is a complex complex neurodevelopmental condition that varies widely in how it affects children. It is increasingly linked to genetics, but there is no single reason why children and adults are autistic. Individualized plans, often involving a combination of developmental, behavioral, educ...

03/31/2026

Sleep plays an important role in a teenager’s health, development, and ability to function during the day. Yet many teens struggle to get enough sleep. Between busy schedules, stress, and technology use, falling asleep at a reasonable time can be challenging. In this blog, we share what families need to know about sleep for adolescents and how to help your kids get an adequate amount. 😴

Sleep plays an important role in a teenager’s health, development, and ability to function during the day. Yet many teens struggle to get enough sleep. Between busy schedules, stress, and technology use, falling asleep at a reasonable time can be challenging. In this blog, we share what families n...

03/30/2026

Flying with a baby can make any family nervous. But with the right planning and a few helpful tips, you can make traveling with your baby easier and smoother. Here are answers to common questions parents have about taking their baby on a flight and safety considerations to keep in mind. ✈️

"Ideally, you will want to wait until your baby is 2 to 3 months old to fly. However, it's generally safe to fly when your newborn is at least 7 days old. Keep in mind that air travel (and being in crowded airports) can increase a newborn baby's risk of catching something. Whenever possible, delay travel for a few weeks to protect your infant from colds, flu and other diseases."

From the airport to your final destination, here’s what parents can do to keep baby comfy & content during air travel.

03/30/2026

Making sure your children follow a healthy diet can feel challenging, especially when food labels contain long ingredient lists and unfamiliar terms. Many parents wonder about things like artificial food colors, genetically modified foods (GMOs), or antibiotics used in food production. While you don't have to panic over every ingredient, it is important to limit exposures when possible. The good news is that simple dietary habits, like focusing on whole, minimally processed foods, can reduce many of these concerns while supporting your child’s overall health. In our recent blog, we provided helpful information so that you can limit harmful additives in your children's food. 🍭

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Making sure your children follow a healthy diet can feel challenging, especially when food labels contain long ingredient lists and unfamiliar terms. Many parents wonder about things like artificial food colors, genetically modified foods (GMOs), or antibiotics used in food production. While you don...

03/27/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Mekelburg, who competed in the Farm Daze 24-hour ultramarathon trail race from February 21st to 22nd, placing third amongst all women and the eighth finisher overall. She ran a tough race in punishing conditions: intense heat and humidity initially, followed by wild storms that generated cold rain, wind, and destruction of her tent and supplies.

72.5 miles in the books! That distance is comparable to running from our office to Muscadine, Alabama, via I-20, and is almost three consecutive marathons in length. This distance is a new personal record for Dr. Mekelburg and a strong debut into the ultramarathon trail running arena. 🏃‍♀️

03/26/2026

Keeping up with your children's well check visits is important to ensure that their growth and development are on track. To see the full schedule of visits and what to expect during each age, click here. ➡️ https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/Pages/Well-Child-Care-A-Check-Up-for-Success.aspx

☎️ If you have any questions or concerns about your child's health or if you need to schedule your child's next appointment, call our office.

Parents know who they should go to when their child is sick. But pediatrician visits are just as important for healthy children. Here's a list of when AAP recommends well-child visists (check-ups) for your child.

03/24/2026

You might have heard about "faltering weight" in children. This is when a child has a very low BMI for their age, is gaining weight very slowly, or their growth drops noticeably. Faltering weight is diagnosed during a physical exam and by using growth charts to track body measurements and seeing how the child's weight compares with other kids of the same age and s*x over time.

Learn more about faltering weight and how it's treated in this FAQ guide. 👇

Worried about your child’s slow weight gain? This FAQ article explains what faltering weight (previously called "failure to thrive") means, how doctors help, and ​ways to support healthy growth.

03/23/2026

📢 RECALL ALERT: The FDA recalled nearly 90,000 bottles of children’s ibuprofen nationwide due to the presence of a foreign substance. Here's what families need to know.

03/19/2026

Happy Eid! 🌙

03/18/2026

Parent-teacher conferences are opportunities to check in on your child's progress in school, understand how you can support your child in their academic journey, and address any questions and concerns you might have. Here are 9 tips to make the most of your meetings with your children's teachers! 🏫

"Get a sense from your child about how school is going. What’s most and least enjoyable? Does your child feel unsure about school? Who are the kids your child talks with most in class? Ask your child if there’s anything you should talk to the teacher about. Mention that every family has a conference, so your child doesn’t worry about what this meeting means."

How can you prepare for a parent-teacher conference? Explore these tips for working with your child’s teacher and having a productive parent-teacher conference.