By Elizabeth Farnsworth, MD, PhD, Pediatrician It’s flu vaccine time! While many parents are enthusiastic and willing to have their children vaccinated, as a pediatrician, I often hear some interesting… more It’s flu vaccine time!
NEWS/EVENTS
Category: Pediatric Advice
Ten Great Reasons to Stay Home from School if You’re Feeling Sick
By Elizabeth Farnsworth, MD, PhD, Pediatrician 10. Your pediatrician strongly recommends it. 9. You get to stay home in this freezing weather, or if you prefer enjoy the lovely fall… more Ten Great Reasons to Stay Home from School if You’re Feeling Sick
Back to School During the Covid Pandemic
By Elizabeth Farnsworth, MD, PhD, Pediatrician School is back in session! After thinking, consulting, researching, and reflecting, parents and guardians have made the decision to send children to school in-person… more Back to School During the Covid Pandemic
Teen Moods
By Elizabeth Farnsworth, MD, PhD, Pediatrician Teenage moods are a popular topic in tv shows, social media parenting groups, and even comedies. The quick fluctuation from happy to sad, excited… more Teen Moods
Hydration
By Elizabeth Farnsworth, MD, PhD, Pediatrician Nothing is quite as refreshing as a glass of cold water on a hot summer day. Warmer days come along with increased time outside,… more Hydration
Insect Safety
by Great Falls Clinic Pediatrics Ouch! Nobody likes to hear that sound from their child, and it can be especially distressing when it’s due to an insect bite. As the… more Insect Safety
Sun Safety
by Great Falls Clinic Pediatrics I have been surprised by the number of families who do not use sunscreen for their children! Here is Montana we may not get as many… more Sun Safety
Water Safety
by Great Falls Clinic Pediatrics Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children ages 1-4? At this age-range, children tend to be adventurous and… more Water Safety
Great Falls Clinic Pediatrics Offering Prenatal Visits
The expectation of adding a newborn to your family can be a period of excitement as well as apprehension. There seems to be so much to do and learn and… more Great Falls Clinic Pediatrics Offering Prenatal Visits