Tag Archives: Infants

The Sticky Truth About Ear Wax

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Jacqueline Gerhart, MD

Many of us use cotton swabs (commonly called Q-tips) inside our ears to clean out wax and water. And, well-intended parents may actually use the swabs on their children’s ears as well. The problem is that using the swabs can … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Happy Hearts

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Kaitlin Bohacek

February is known to be the month of love. The month of roses, I love you’s and conversation candy hearts. Everyone knows this. But few people know that February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month. And why would you unless … Continue reading →

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A Grieving Mom’s Plea: Consider Participating in Research

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Corissa Runde

Today, January 8, my son Adam would have turned 4. I can picture him tearing through the house in a Batman cape, wearing out the batteries on the new fire truck he would have gotten for his birthday. Or maybe … Continue reading →

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Identifying Developmental Delays

Posted on September 24, 2012 by John Kindley Ray, MD

Early identification of children with delays in their development is important because there are programs that can help boost their progress in key areas and make them more successful as they start school. Well-child checks are an important time to … Continue reading →

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Be Safe, Baby: A New Class for Parents

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Rishelle Englebretson, BS, CPST

Having a baby is a very exciting time for parents, and one important thing that should not be overlooked when preparing for your newborn is safety. Be Safe, Baby! A Class for Expectant Parents Beginning in October, the Madison Area … Continue reading →

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