Helping Hands Pediatrics

12/24/2025

The practice will be closed on Thursday, December 25 in observance of Christmas Day. We will reopen on Friday.

12/19/2025

Lead isn’t just a problem from old paint or pipes — it can also appear in foods and products used every day.

Understanding where it might hide can help families reduce exposure and minimize risk to create a safer environment for children.

12/17/2025

The holidays are coming, and many of us will be gathering together. Meanwhile, children’s access to guns is at an all-time high. If kids are around, make sure they’re safe. If you own a gun, store it unloaded, locked and separate from ammunition. For more safety tips, click here: https://bit.ly/4821Rh2

12/12/2025

RSV season is here. Did you know it’s the leading cause of hospitalization in babies under 1 year? The good news: there are ways to protect your little one. Learn more by checking out the graphic.

12/10/2025

🏀 Does your child play basketball? Check out these training, recovery and injury prevention tips: https://bit.ly/4fMHBAS

Basketball is a fast paced and exciting sport, with physical skills and moves that are jaw dropping. To play this sport at their best, athletes have to prepare their bodies by properly warming up, eating well, giving themselves a chance to recover, and ...

12/08/2025

While both food intolerances and food allergies cause symptoms, it is important to recognize their differences! Using the proper definition of food intolerance and food allergy will help keep your child and other children safe.

Check out the video about common food allergy and intolerance symptoms!

12/05/2025

It’s National Handwashing Awareness Week! Check out these 5 tips to keep germs away!

12/03/2025

‘Tis the season for runny noses, sneezing, and congestion! Snot can be a variety of colors for many different reasons. ⬇️ Check out the graphic below to learn more.

Find out when to seek care: https://bit.ly/3tS0qA2

11/30/2025

Is your water bottle clean? Probably not.

Find out the best way to wash your water bottle and how often you should wash it: https://bit.ly/3B1v0ex.

11/26/2025

The practice will be closed on Thursday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. Wishing you all a safe holiday!

11/25/2025

Do you know what causes food poisoning? Check out the graphic below for the 5️⃣ most common causes of food poisoning.

When it comes to food poisoning - prevention is key! Follow these key steps as you prepare your Thanksgiving meal ➡️ https://bit.ly/3CMTWXQ. 🦃

11/23/2025

Do you know what to do if you see someone having a seizure? Follow these steps demonstrated by a Nationwide Children’s Hospital Neurology nurse.