Bathtime isn’t always bubbles and laughs for some parents. Bathing can mean a constant struggle – and many tears – to get their toddler in the tub. Toddlers go through many stages. Even those who once loved bathtime fun may all of a sudden develop a fear of baths or go through an unexplainable stage […]
Dr. Joel Davidson named Community Pediatrician of the Year
Dr. Joel Davidson not only recently celebrated his 15th anniversary with Akron Children’s, but he was also recently celebrated with the 2023 Arnold Friedman MD, FAAP Community Pediatrician Award by the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Davidson was honored for his work and passion to improve health care for all Ohio’s […]
Tips for preparing kids for shots
“Nothing is more important or impacts as many people as making sure that children are immunized,” said Dr. P. Cooper White, pediatrician and director of Locust Pediatric Care Group. Tips for preparing kids for shots Getting your child – or yourself – comfortable with a round of shots might be another story, however. But Dr. […]
Tune in, Talk More, Take Turns: Here’s how the 3Ts will enrich your baby’s brain
Patient families in Akron Children’s Locust Pediatric Care Group have the opportunity to participate in a pilot project focusing on literacy and brain development in their babies and toddlers. Akron Children’s Locust Pediatric Care Group has teamed up with The TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health, a research institute at the University of […]
Why doesn’t my child listen to me?
Asking a child to pickup his toys is a common request, but when a parent has to ask 5 times and he still doesn’t listen, one begins to wonder – is this typical behavior or is there a reason why he’s not listening? “Kids not listening can take on many forms and is made complicated […]
Five Foolproof Ways to Break the Binky Habit
Pacifiers can be a blessing and a curse for many parents. An infant’s innate need to suck can make pacifiers a helpful solution for a fussy baby, but they also can create a struggle, especially when it comes time to take it away. “When babies are first born, one of the things they’re really good […]
