newborns
Preparing for Baby: Medical Care Timeline from Birth to First Year
As your partner in caring for your new baby, Manhattan Valley Pediatrics wants to give you an overview of what to expect regarding medical care and office visits during your baby’s first year. This comprehensive
HOW TO CHOOSE A PEDIATRICIAN
As an expectant parent in New York City, selecting the right pediatrician is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during pregnancy. Your pediatrician will not only be your partner in keeping your
A Pediatrician’s Guide to Thrush in Infants
Parents of young infants will often come to the office concerned that their baby has thrush. Because a baby’s tongue can naturally be pink, white, or even black at times, thrush can be
The Great Tylenol vs. Motrin Debate (aka Acetaminophen vs. Ibuprofen)
As a pediatrician, I am often asked about the best choice between Tylenol (acetaminophen) and Motrin/Advil (Ibuprofen) for children. Both medications are effective at relieving pain and reducing fever, but some key differences guide my
What to Know About Popular Respiratory Infections: Viral, Bacterial, and Walking Pneumonia
‘Tis the season of the respiratory infection. This season has been especially confusing with the increasing rate of walking pneumonia. As a pediatrician, I often encounter parents concerned about their child’s cough, runny nose, or
Listen: Dr. Hoffman “You might be panicking about the wrong stuff” on The Snooze Button Podcast with Brittany Sheehan
Listen on Apple or Spotify. Thanks to our host, Brittany Sheehan, mom and sleep and potty training expert of Brittany Sheehan Sleep and The Snooze Button. Overview: Cold & flu season is upon us, which means
What is the new RSV vaccine Beyfortus?
What is the RSV vaccine Beyfortus? Beyfortus is not technically a vaccine, as it does not cause the body to make its own antibodies against RSV. Rather, it provides a dose of pre-made antibodies
Good news! Bite-Sized Parenting by Sharon Mazel is available today!
MVP is proud to announce the book launch of our friend, Sharon Mazel. Today is the “official” launch day of Bite-Sized Parenting, Your Baby’s 1st Year! We’re also excited
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
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
How to Tell if Your Baby Has a Cold or RSV
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)! It’s a hot new topic these days, and everyone is panicking. Is it the new COVID? Should we go back into quarantine? Is it time to wash our groceries
What is Infant Torticollis and Should I Be Concerned?
What is Infant Torticollis and Should I Be Concerned? Infant or Congenital Torticollis is a common condition that usually results from the way an infant was positioned in utero. Infants with torticollis have a tight
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
My child has a fever? A guide for parents
The number one after-hours call we get at MVP? MY CHILD HAS A FEVER! We know that it can be very scary when your child, no matter their age, has a fever. A few
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
Choking Prevention for Infants and Children
Wednesday, 5/18 MVP is hosting our first Basic Infant and Child CPR and Choking Prevention Class. Email info@manhattanvalleypediatrics.com to be notified of our next class later this summer! Many of the families
Dr. Hoffman’s Experience with Sleep Training her 4.5 month old
DR. HOFFMAN HAD A BABY RECENTLY As my second child approached four months, my husband and I were getting a lot of “you look tired” comments. I was investing in a lot of under-eye concealer
RSV- What is it and why do we see it?
RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, it is a viral infection that we usually see in the late fall and winter. RSV usually causes a regular old cold in most children and adults. In younger babies
Top 10 Questions Asked by Expectant Parents
1) How quickly after we leave the hospital do we need to see our pediatrician? We generally see newborns 2-3 days after you leave the hospital. The pediatrician who sees your baby at the hospital
12 Facts About Newborns
12 interesting facts about newborn babies for parents and families. Great reminders for both first-time families and growing families
Infant and Toddlers Car Seats and Air Bags: What You Need to Know
Unfortunately, car accidents are a leading cause of injury and death in children each year. One of the most important ways to protect your children in a car is by properly buckling them into an appropriate