Tennessee Valley Pediatrics

Tennessee Valley Pediatrics Tennessee Valley Pediatrics is a primary care pediatric practice with 5 locations to serve you. Our physicians admit to Helen Keller Hospital.

Tennessee Valley Pediatrics is a primary care pediatric practice. All physicians are board certified with the American Academy of Pediatrics. Most insurance are accepted including Medicaid and BCBS of Alabama.

Come join us tomorrow at this fun, free, family friendly event!
04/01/2026

Come join us tomorrow at this fun, free, family friendly event!

Today we’re celebrating National Doctors’ Day and the incredible pediatricians who care for your children every day.Wayn...
03/30/2026

Today we’re celebrating National Doctors’ Day and the incredible pediatricians who care for your children every day.

Wayne Melvin, MD
Maxie Wilson, DO
Alisha Holt, DO

From first visits to growing-up milestones, they show up with compassion, patience, and a true love for kids.

We are so grateful for the trust you place in our team and for our doctors who treat every child like their own.

It's that time of year! This beautiful weather has us ready to jump in the water. We are headed to the beach and openin...
03/26/2026

It's that time of year! This beautiful weather has us ready to jump in the water. We are headed to the beach and opening our pools. Yet around 800 children drown annually in the US and 88% of the time a parent is present.

Always have a designated adult watching the children around water. One of the most common ways drownings happen, and we've seen this personally, is when extended family or family and friends are together and everyone thinks somebody else is watching the kids. One way to do this is get an object and whoever is holding the object is watching the children. That way there's no confusion!

We want all of our children to be safe and have a fun time in the water this summer!🏖️💧

03/25/2026

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In honor of National Social Work Month, we want to highlight our social workers at TVP.Michelle Cornelius, LICSW-S, Kati...
03/20/2026

In honor of National Social Work Month, we want to highlight our social workers at TVP.

Michelle Cornelius, LICSW-S,
Katie Flannagin, LICSW
Tanesha Coleman, MSW

These three are passionate about helping kids — and it shows in everything they do. 💙

Through a variety of therapy approaches, they support children from our littlest patients all the way through the teenage years, helping them navigate emotions, challenges, and everyday life.

They also play an important role in our community, from outreach efforts to working behind the scenes with other agencies and programs that support children and families.

We are so grateful for the care and connection they bring to our patients and families!

Today and every day, we’re proud to recognize the important role our social workers play in pediatric care at TVP. In ou...
03/17/2026

Today and every day, we’re proud to recognize the important role our social workers play in pediatric care at TVP.

In our practice, our social workers support families in three powerful ways:

💙 Working alongside our healthcare providers to support the whole child—physically, emotionally, and socially.
💙Providing therapy and helping children work through anxiety, emotions, and life challenges
💙 Connecting families with community resources and support systems when they need them most

Because caring for kids isn’t just about physical health — it’s about supporting their emotional well-being and the environment they grow up in.

We’re grateful for the care, compassion, and guidance they provide to our patients and families every day!

03/13/2026

Here's what our kids had to say about their favorite snacks!

Balanced Kids Plate and Portions🍽️ What Should a Child’s Plate Look Like?A simple rule for building balanced meals:🥦 ½ p...
03/13/2026

Balanced Kids Plate and Portions

🍽️ What Should a Child’s Plate Look Like?

A simple rule for building balanced meals:

🥦 ½ plate fruits & vegetables
🍗 ¼ plate protein (chicken, beans, eggs, fish)
🍚 ¼ plate whole grains (rice, pasta, bread)
🥛 Add dairy or a calcium source

Balanced meals support:
✔️ Healthy growth
✔️ Stable energy
✔️ Brain development

👶 Kids Need Kid-Sized Portions

Children’s stomachs are smaller than adults — and that’s okay.

A simple guideline:
✔️ 1 tablespoon of food per year of age as a starting portion.

For example:
• 3-year-old → ~3 tablespoons of each food group
• 6-year-old → ~6 tablespoons

This is helpful when you worry your child is not eating enough OR for helping you scale back your portions!

Sugary Drinks🥤 One of the Biggest Nutrition Wins for Kids?Cutting back on sugary drinks.Many popular drinks contain more...
03/12/2026

Sugary Drinks

🥤 One of the Biggest Nutrition Wins for Kids?

Cutting back on sugary drinks.

Many popular drinks contain more sugar than kids should have in an entire day.

Better options include:
✔️ Water
✔️ Milk
✔️ Sparkling water with fruit
✔️ Water flavor packets

Reducing sugary drinks can help support healthy weight, dental health, and energy levels.


🍓 Picky Eaters? You’re Not Alone!It can take 10–15 exposures before a child accepts a new food.Try these strategies:✔️ O...
03/11/2026

🍓 Picky Eaters? You’re Not Alone!

It can take 10–15 exposures before a child accepts a new food.

Try these strategies:

✔️ Offer small portions without pressure
✔️ Let kids help cook or prepare food
✔️ Eat the same meal as a family
✔️ Pair new foods with familiar favorites
✔️ Encourage trying but do not force to eat

Remember: exposure matters more than immediate success.

Keep offering — it works!


Day 2: Healthy Snack Hacks🥕 Healthy Snack Ideas for KidsKids often need 2–3 snacks per day to fuel growth and activity.T...
03/10/2026

Day 2: Healthy Snack Hacks

🥕 Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids

Kids often need 2–3 snacks per day to fuel growth and activity.

Try pairing protein + fiber to keep them full longer:

✔️ Apple slices + peanut butter
✔️ Cheese stick + whole grain crackers
✔️ Yogurt + berries
✔️ Hummus + carrots or cucumbers
✔️ Banana + handful of nuts (for older kids)

Balanced snacks help stabilize energy and reduce overeating later in the day.


🌱 March is National Nutrition Month!Healthy habits start early, and small choices add up for growing kids.This week we’l...
03/09/2026

🌱 March is National Nutrition Month!

Healthy habits start early, and small choices add up for growing kids.

This week we’ll be sharing:
✔️ Easy healthy snack ideas
✔️ Tips for picky eaters
✔️ Portion guidance by age
✔️ Ways to build balanced meals for kids

Our goal isn’t perfection — it’s helping families take small steps toward healthier futures.

Follow along all month for simple tips you can use at home!


Address

234 Keller Park Boulevard
Tuscumbia, AL
35674

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11am
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12563816963

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