Redbud Pediatrics

01/09/2026

There is no cure for asthma. Most cases of asthma can be controlled by taking medicine properly and managing asthma triggers. https://aafa.org/asthma/

All information provided by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America — aafa.org — www.facebook.com/AAFANational

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01/08/2026

Reading aloud with children can create strong bonds with loved ones and helps your child develop and learn. A child with vision loss may have difficulty seeing pictures on a page or reading words, but your child will enjoy cuddling with you and hearing an interesting story. Feeling textures on a page can prepare your child for learning Braille. Work together with your child’s therapists and teachers to learn how reading can help with motor skills, development of speech and language, and play. Over time, reading aloud can help motor skills, speech and language development, and play.

If you find reading with your child challenging, consider using these tips during your next reading session together:
1. Clap your hands and help your child clap along to the rhythm of the words.
2. Choose books that help your child learn parts of their body.
3. Talk about the pictures while you read the text.
4. Find books that have textures, pop-ups, or raised soft shapes. Name the shapes.
5. Try books with buttons that make a sound when pushed.
6. For a child with little or no sight, help the child become familiar with Braille. Use early Braille books or twin vision books with pictures, print, or Braille.
7. Read where there is plenty of light to help your child see the page.

All information provided by Reach Out and Read — https://fb.com/reachoutandread

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01/07/2026

Have you started thinking through your new year’s resolutions? Consider making your health a priority in the new year. Here are a few items you can add to your list:

- Maintain good hygiene like frequent handwashing
- Make an appointment to get your vaccinations
- Seek testing or treatment if you’re feeling sick

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

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01/07/2026

Sleep is one of the most important aspects of a child’s health, impacting every aspect of their well-being – physical growth, mental resilience, learning ability and even long-term disease prevention. Let’s support sleep health research and education for healthier, happier kids!

All information provided by AASM - https://www.facebook.com/americanacademyofsleepmedicine

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01/05/2026

Now is the time for your baby to move past purees and smashed foods to begin exploring a wide variety of textures and flavor combinations by enjoying modified versions of family meals. Engage your baby in mealtime conversations and embrace the mess, as your baby is learning how to self feed at this age.

Review this post to learn what foods to offer your 9 to 12-month-old. Always contact your pediatrician with any questions or concerns regarding your baby's nutrition.

All information provided by Dr. Yum Project — https://fb.com/doctoryum

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01/02/2026

Practicing good hygiene is a key strategy to help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, flu, and RSV.

There are several actions you can take, including:
🤧 Covering your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow instead of your hands
🧼 Frequently washing your hands with soap and water to remove germs from your hands or by using hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when soap and water are not available
✨ Regularly cleaning touched surfaces like doorknobs and countertops

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

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01/01/2026

Pro tip: put your phone on ‘Do Not Disturb,’ set your GPS before you start, and keep your eyes on the road!

All information provided by Prevent Child Injury — www.preventchildinjury.org

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12/31/2025

In the first year, babies learn to focus their vision, reach out, explore, and learn about things around them. They are also developing bonds of love and trust with their parents and others as part of social and emotional development. The way you cuddle, hold, and play with your baby will set the basis for how they will interact with you and others. Here is a positive parenting quick tip to help you support your baby during this time:

ANSWER WHEN YOUR BABY MAKES SOUNDS BY REPEATING THE SOUNDS AND ADDING WORDS. THIS WILL HELP THEM LEARN TO USE LANGUAGE.

Check back soon for more positive parenting tips!

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

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12/31/2025

Adolescents with mental health conditions are particularly vulnerable to: social exclusion, discrimination, stigma (affecting readiness to seek help), educational difficulties, risk-taking behaviours, physical ill-health and human rights violations. It's crucial to recognize and understand these vulnerabilities in order to provide the support and compassion adolescents need!

All information provided by the World Health Organization — https://fb.com/WHO

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12/30/2025

There are many health benefits when it comes to play, such as engaging in physical activity, developing social skills, and even nurturing their creativity. Here are some tips and information that can guide you as you encourage your older children to engage in play and be active.

All information provided by the World Health Organization — https://fb.com/WHO

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12/26/2025

12/26/2025

Middle childhood brings many changes in a child’s life. Having independence from family becomes more important now. Events such as starting school bring children this age into regular contact with the larger world. Friendships become more important. Physical, social, and mental skills develop quickly at this time. This is a critical time for children to develop confidence in all areas of life, such as through friends, schoolwork, and sports. Here is a quick positive parenting tip to help you support your child during this time:

TALK TO YOUR CHILD ABOUT RESPECTING OTHERS. ENCOURAGE THEM TO HELP PEOPLE IN NEED.

Check back soon for more positive parenting quick tips!

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

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