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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.

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!

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.

The MMR vaccine is safe. This is the first line of defense in making sure your children are protected against measles.

The second semester of school can feel like a long, uphill climb. We've got helpful tips on how to help your student finish the semester!

With October being Bullying Prevention Month, we thought it was a good time to share some info about bullying.

Asthma is the most common chronic respiratory disease in children. It affects more than 6 million U.S. children.

One of the best ways to keep young athletes healthy and injury-free is with a sports physical before the season starts at Kids First.

As we prepare for Autism Acceptance Month in April we wanted to share some helpful information regarding screenings from healthychildren.org

Measles is wildly contagious. Nearly 1 out of every 3 children under the age of 5 who catches measles ends up in the hospital.

Many studies show that reading together strengthens parent-child bonds and promotes positive parenting.

AAP shares insights on this preventable disease in preteens, teens, and young adults.

How can you help your baby sleep safely with a stuffy nose? Rachel Y. Moon, MD, FAAP of healthychildren.org has some helpful insights

Kids First Pediatrics is eager to share information on childhood concussions from Alcy R. Torres, MD, FAAP of healthychildren.org

Keep your family healthy this holiday season with 7 easy steps!

Kids First Pediatrics is excited to share the AAP Approved Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule

Learn why RSV immunizations are in short supply from Vanessa L. Hill MD, FAAP of healthychildren.org

Thinking of gifting your kids headphones for their devices this holiday? Be mindful of what these products can do to their hearing

In the spirit of giving thanks and amidst a time of unrest in the world, we wanted to share an article from healthychildren.org.

Kids are back at school and sharing many things with classmates, good and bad. Head lice are a common problem for school-aged children!