July 18, 2023

Marijuana Use in Adolescents

Quick Stats:    It’s no surprise that adolescents commonly experiment with drugs and alcohol. More than 40% of adolescents in the US admit to trying an illicit drug. This is not limited to high schoolers

June 26, 2023

All Are Welcome Here, a Pride Month Blog by Dr. Prantik Saha

An Inclusive Practice and Ally for LGBTQIA+ Youth and Families    I think we can all agree that as parents, caretakers, pediatric care providers, and teachers, we want the best for all children. What does that

April 5, 2023

Does My Infant Need Vitamin D Supplementation?

At every newborn visit the topic of Vitamin D supplementation comes up, usually at the end of the visit as a side note- “oh by the way, you need to give your baby a vitamin D

March 24, 2023

Top 5 Questions to Ask When Looking for the Right Pediatrician

Like almost everything else related to child-rearing, people have very strong opinions about their pediatricians. Finding the right pediatrician can feel like a big task, especially for new parents. Here are five useful questions to

March 8, 2023

Why Are Kids So Stressed Today?

Stress is part of daily life no matter one’s age, and children and teens are not immune. With each passing year, life seems to move faster and become more complicated. The stakes seem to get

March 7, 2023

Starting Solids for Infants

  Starting solids is an important milestone for you and your baby!     It’s an exciting new stage in your baby’s development that often comes with a lot of questions: When should I

January 26, 2023

Your Child is Diagnosed with ADHD, Now What?

Sophia was at work when her phone rang. She looked down at the caller-id and immediately felt a pit in her stomach. It was Jack’s school again. What was it this time? His inability

September 22, 2022

Your baby may sleep less while teething — here’s how you can soothe their pain and help them rest

Is your baby’s teething interrupting their sleep?   Insider health writer Courtney Telloian interviewed our very own Dr. Judith Hoffman to get the “inside” scoop on what families can expect when babies

July 12, 2022

Sunscreen & Heat Safety Tips for Families

Happy summer MVP families! Hope you’re staying hydrated and finding lots of ways to stay active while having fun as a family! Please refer to this post when shopping for sunscreen and reapplying wherever your

June 23, 2022

Pride 2022: A Review of LGBTQIA Resources w/ Dr. Saha

LGBTQ Legislation Across Country The flurry of legislation that is being passed in many states in this country has targeted LGBTQIA communities in an alarming fashion. In Florida, there is a bill that has passed making

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