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Halloween Safety

The Halloween season can be so fun, but it can also be dangerous. Learn how to keep your kids safe this spooky season.

Flu Prevention Starts Now

Keep your kids healthy by preventing the flu with the flu vaccine by October 31st.

Keeping Kids Active

We are committed to helping children of all ages and stages maintain a healthy weight and develop lifelong healthy habits.

Benefits of Breastfeeding

August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time to celebrate the amazing benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and babies.

Making the School Year a Success

Getting ready for school can be exciting and nerve-wracking for kids of all ages. Here are a few tips to make the transition smooth!

Immunization Awareness Month

As we prepare for National Immunization Awareness Month, Kids First Pediatrics wants to highlight the importance of immunizations for all.

Water Safety

Summer is still going strong and we know many families love spending time near the water. Here are some tips for keeping your family safe.

Are You Ready for the 24/25 School Year?

Whether you have a child entering kindergarten, middle school, their final year of high school, or anywhere in between, we have tips to help

Summer Jobs Benefit Teens

Summer employment can provide teens with more than just a paycheck. Learn about all of the life skills teens can learn from a summer job.

Safety for Your 10 Year Old

Regular well-visits at Kids First can help ensure that your 10-year-old is healthy and developmentally on track.

Ticks & Insect Repellant

Did you know that North Carolina often reports high numbers of tick-borne illnesses? Learn how to deter ticks with insect repellant!

5 C's for Screentime

The 5 C's media use guidance offers easy-to-remember, age-based tips on screen time management.

Sun Safety for Your Family

Warm, sunny days are approaching fast here in North Carolina. And while it is good to spend time outdoors, it's important to do it safely.

Ways Families Can Help Teens With Mental Health

The first step in helping your teen cope and build resilience is to make mental health an open topic in your family.

Spring Sports & Overuse Prevention

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.

Ways to Show Your Child Love

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

Help Your Baby's Stuffy Nose

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

Concussions: What Parents Need to Know

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

7 Tips to Help Your Family Stay Healthy this Holiday season.

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

8 Parenting Goals for the New Year

It can be overwhelming to create realistic goals for yourself. One of the most important resolutions you can make is to be a good parent.