Gift Ideas for New Parents
December 20, 2022
Diapers and wipes are a no-brainer gift for new parents. But if you’re looking for pediatrician-approved presents, ParentingU’s got you
Translating Ear, Nose & Throat Terms
December 16, 2022
Ota – otalaryng – otalaryng-what? When Lisa Morris, MD, and Laura Hetzler, MD, FACS, were guests on a recent ParentingU podcast episode,
Gift Ideas for Young Children
December 14, 2022
Christmas is almost here, but choosing the best, safest gifts for little ones can be a year-round challenge. Grant Clinkingbeard,
Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Is Now a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center … So, What Does That Mean?
December 7, 2022
In November 2022, Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital’s Trauma Center was upgraded to a Level II pediatric trauma
Family Safety Tips as the Weather Changes
November 21, 2022
For many in the Gulf South, cooler weather is a welcome treat after a long, hot summer. For parents, an
NICU Nurse Adopts Baby From the Unit
November 18, 2022
“We love it. I think this is what we’re meant to do, it’s a little hard to watch the kids
My Child Has Fever! What Should I Do?
November 16, 2022
Fever is one of the most common reasons why parents bring their children to the doctor. Considering how common it
The Miracle of Jeffrey Rushworth
November 16, 2022
Jeffery Rushworth is nearing his first birthday, and that’s a milestone his parents weren’t sure they would see. “They were
The Finney Family
November 14, 2022
Many families rely on St. Francis Medical Center to make it through a tough time, including the Finney family. Curtis
Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital Offers Families a Home Away from Home
November 10, 2022
Families of children receiving medical treatment at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital will now be able to
ParentingU Podcast: Choosing a Pediatrician Before Your Baby Is Born
October 18, 2022
One of your first decisions as a parent—choosing your baby’s pediatrician—is also one of the most important. It’s key that
ParentingU Podcast: Through All Maternity – Preparing for Delivery
October 10, 2022
Getting ready for the birth of a new baby can feel overwhelming, but there are things parents-to-be can do to
ParentingU Podcast: Healthy Eating Habits
September 29, 2022
Much of the work of parenting involves balance, avoiding extremes one way or another. That good general advice also applies
ParentingU Podcast: Childhood Obesity Awareness and Prevention
September 22, 2022
The statistics around childhood obesity are stark. One in seven children aged 10-17 in the United States are obese, according
ParentingU Podcast: Breastfeeding in the NICU
September 9, 2022
No one plans for a stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), but families who are experiencing that reality
My kid has lice. What now?
August 31, 2022
Head lice are a common problem in school-aged children. Lice are spread by direct head-to-head contact, although sometimes they can
ParentingU Podcast: Pumping Breast Milk
August 26, 2022
Every breastfeeding journey is unique, and a single approach won’t work for all moms. Gregory J. Gelpi, MD, FAAP, IBCLC,
Help Kids Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
August 23, 2022
Lifestyle changes can help kids who are overweight, reducing their risk of developing long-term health conditions later. We believe we