Providing personal, high-quality health care to children in Central Louisiana.
Kai Wicker-Brown, M.D.
Providing personal, high-quality health care to children in Central Louisiana.
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Head lice are a common problem among children in elementary school. This is because kids are more likely to have head-to-head contact and share items like hairbrushes, hair accessories, and hats. Although head lice are a nuisance 🤯, they don't cause serious illness or carry any diseases.
The most common signs of lice include persistent itching on the scalp, behind the ears, or at the back of the neck. You may also notice nits (eggs), which can be found attached to the hair shaft close to the head. If you notice these signs, you'll want to check to see if your child has lice.
➡️ Read this guide for how to properly look for lice and how head lice should be treated. If you have any questions or concerns, call our office.
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Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know
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The following information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) will help you check for, treat, and prevent the spread of head lice.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Save this guide for #BabySafetyMonth to ensure that your home has been properly baby proofed. There are many household hazards that can be dangerous to babies once they start moving on their own. By following these precautions, you can keep your child safe! 🏠
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Not sure how many hours of sleep your child needs? 😴 The number of hours depends on the age of your child. As they grow older, they need less hours of sleep. Here's a handy chart that breaks it down so you know how many hours of sleep your child should be getting.
By the time your child is 7-9 months old, they should have a reliable sleep schedule where they sleep throughout the night. 💤
If you have concerns about your child's sleep, get in touch with us! ☎️
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🎒 Does your child struggle with their morning routine? Getting ready in the morning can be stressful for many kids, and especially for kids with learning and thinking differences. But here are 8 tips to streamline your child's morning routine and make it easier for them to stay on schedule.
"To jump-start the morning routine, plan ahead. Before bedtime, have your child get a bath or shower out of the way. Then, ask your child to pick out an outfit for the next day. Take a few minutes to go over the next day’s schedule together. Check that all books, homework, and changes of clothing are packed up and by the door."
8 ways to make school morning routines easier
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Mornings before school can be super hectic, especially if your child struggles with transitions. But they don’t have to be. Try these tips and make school morning routines less hectic.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🎗️For #SuicidePreventionMonth and #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we recommend checking out this guide on 12 important steps to support your children's mental health needs and help them get the emotional support that they need.
"I'm 15 years old and am a teen mental health advocate, international bestselling book author and social entrepreneur. Suicide prevention is something I didn't learn about until high school!
In 4th grade, I thought comments like, "I don't deserve to live," were jokes. After the pandemic, in middle school, more students talked about these issues. As a 12-year-old, I struggled to understand. But I realized I could help by simply listening without judgment so my peers could express what they couldn't elsewhere." - Taanvi A.
Suicide Prevention: 12 Things Parents Can Do
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As children grow and become more independent, it can be more challenging for parents to know what they are thinking and feeling. When do the normal ups and downs of adolescence become something to wor...0 CommentsComment on Facebook