BLOG

As we approach peak flu season in North Carolina, we are sharing some helpful prevention tips from healthychildren.org :  Flu infections are highly contagious. The respiratory illness is caused by a virus. It spreads easily when children are in a group with other children, such as in a child care center or family child care home. The flu is more dangerous than the common cold  for children. It can lead to serious health conditions like pneumonia or bacterial infections. Each

Short days, regrouping after the holidays, and winter sicknesses can make the start of the second semester seem daunting for students and their parents. But it is just as important now as it was at the beginning of the year to help kids create routines and healthy habits to help them finish out the year strong.

Whether it’s bringing home a tree or hanging twinkly lights, decking your halls with festive decor can help make the holiday season magical. However, as HealthyChildren.org reminds us, some holiday decorations can pose risks, especially to young children.

With the question of Hepatitis B Vaccine in the news lately, the Kids First Team would like to share information directly from a trusted source: The American Academy of Pediatrics.

With changes coming to healthcare coverage and a new year approaching, we thought it would be helpful to share the following resources about how to read your child’s medical bills and insurance forms.

Find 3 ways you can use traditions - new or old- to help your family find meaning beyond gift-giving.

Are you preparing to bring home your preemie? Check out these helpful tips!

If your family is facing a change to your SNAP benefits soon, we want to assure you that help is still available. 

We are thrilled to introduce the newest member of the Kids First Pediatrics family, Dr. Asim Zehri! He brings a deep commitment to family-centered care and a passion for helping children grow into healthy, happy adults. 

Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition, and for many parents, finding clear, trustworthy information can feel overwhelming. In this article from healthychildren.org, experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics break down the facts.

Have you ever wondered why babies get vaccines starting from the day they’re born? Dr. Bracho-Sanchez, host of the Healthy Children podcast, explains.

Our annual Flu Kickoff event is here, and we can't wait to see you! Getting a flu shot helps reduce the spread of the flu and can lessen the severity of symptoms if you do get sick.

We know… school just got started, and it’s just now finally starting to feel like fall. But Halloween is right around the corner. Check out these tips for spooky season.

Having a predictable nighttime routine can help your child understand and learn to expect what comes next. Additionally, routines can help alleviate the stress that some families experience at bedtime.

From back-to-school shopping to meal prep to planning bus schedules, and carpools- we know that this time of year can be chaotic. But no matter what grade your child is entering for the 2025/26 school year, wellness checks, immunizations, and sports physicals will undoubtedly benefit them!

Fall sports are about to kick off in North Carolina and while most families know how important helmets are in youth sports like football, baseball and hockey, it’s a good time to remind parents that helmets also protect kids in powerful ways during other activities they enjoy.

Turning 13 is a big deal! And for children entering their teens, it’s a great time to support their growing independence, health, and emotional well-being with a wellness check!

While we are enjoying pool parties and vacations now, the 2025/2026 school year is right around the corner. Like all new school years, this time brings opportunities for growth and resilience for your kids and the entire family. Whether you have a child entering kindergarten, middle school, their final year of high school, or anywhere in between, we have tips to help families get the school year off to the best start possible.

Vision allows us to experience the world. From recognizing the people and places we love, to soaking in the vibrant colors surrounding us, vision is one of the most important senses to a human, no matter their age. Eye problems can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated in childhood.

As a new mother, it can be hard to know when to start weaning your baby. In preparation for Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we are sharing 3 times to delay weaning your baby from healthychildren.org