Medically reviewed by Eduardo Garrido Goico, MD, FAAP Board-Certified Pediatrician and Co-Founder, Ages & Stages Pediatric Group Originally published: September 9, 2019 Last medically reviewed: July 29, 2026 Ear infections are one of the most common reasons parents bring babies and young children to the pediatrician. A child with an ear infection may cry, pull…
Influenza (Flu) Influenza Virus or typically knows as the flu, has marked seasonality. Typically begins in October and can last as late as May, with the largest number of cases between January and March. Usually the highest incidence of cases occurring in school-aged children. Symptoms of Influenza (Flu) Infection, begins suddenly and nonspecific like: Fever…
Is my toddler ready for potty training? Readiness is not something that just happens; there are a set of concepts/skills that can be presented to your child to promote readiness. For the most part, almost all children can be made ready for potty training by 3 years, many by 2 ½ years, and some even…