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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Did you know that frequent handwashing can help prevent 1 in 5 respiratory illnesses and 1 in 3 diarrheal illnesses? Everything you touch has germs that stay on your hands. Make clean hands a healthy habit to protect yourself and your family from getting sick.
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Today we recognize the lives of disabled people around the world! #InternationalDayofPersonswithDisabilities
Keeping Children with Disabilities Safe | CDC
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Each child is different – and the available general recommendations to keep children safe should be tailored to fit skills and abilities.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Experiencing sleep regression with your infant can be one of the most frustrating setbacks as an exhausted new parent. However, this period is completely normal and doesn't mean that anything is wrong with your baby's health or with your parenting. The good news is, this typical regression period usually only lasts for 2-6 weeks (although this can vary). Some best practices to follow during this time are to make sure your baby is getting enough to eat, continue to implement a sleep schedule as best you can, and gently encourage your baby to self-soothe when appropriate and safe. Above all, remember to be patient with your baby and with yourself!
As always, if you have any additional concerns during this period or notice anything abnormal in your infant's sleeping patterns, please call our office.
"Sleep regression can occur any time during the early years of life...The most common regression period seems to be the 4-month sleep regression. This is because baby starts to develop an internal clock at this age that tells them when to wake up and when to go to sleep. Things like developing motor skills and teething can greatly impact baby’s sleep. As they achieve new milestones, they may experience sleep regressions."
Baby Sleep Regression - What It Is and Tips to Help | Pathways.org
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Sleep regression is when a baby who once had a good sleep pattern reverts back to having frequent wake-ups, crying during the night, or has difficulty falling asleep.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Flying with your baby this holiday season? It's important that you keep your infant safe on aircrafts using an FAA-approved car seat or an airplane harness device. Additionally, if you're traveling with formula or breastmilk, be prepared to let TSA know ahead of time and plan extra time for them to inspect it.
Read this guide for additional tips on ideal seating, activities, and distractions, and other questions you may have about traveling via jet with your baby.
"Generally, you should avoid flying with your newborn until they are at least 7 days old. Ideally, wait until your baby is two or three months old to fly. Air travel (and being in crowded airports) can increase a newborn's risk of catching an infectious disease."
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Babies and air travel can both be unpredictable, and they don't always mix well. But some advanced planning and preparation can help make for a better experience for your baby, for you, and for everyo...0 CommentsComment on Facebook