How to Help My Constipated Child: Pediatrician’s Guide
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “how to help my constipated child,” you are not alone. Constipation is one of the most common concerns I see in pediatric practice — and one of the most stressful for families. Many parents come to me feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next. Their child may be […]
How to Give Supplements to Kids: Simple Mixing Strategies
One of the most common questions parents ask about is how to give supplements to kids. Even when parents understand that supplements can support gut health, immune function, sleep, or focus, getting kids to take them consistently can feel like a daily battle. The good news is that you don’t always have to give supplements […]
Unexpected Signs of Magnesium Deficiency
Magnesium is one of the most overlooked nutrients and there are many unexpected signs of magnesium deficiency. Often, the first sign of magnesium deficiency parents notice is constipation. (If you or your child has ever struggled with constipation, then you know it is not subtle or easy to miss. ) But when constipation shows up, […]
Protect Against Measles: How to Support Children
As a holistic pediatrician, I want to remind parents about the importance of protecting your little ones from the measles during this time. Over the past several weeks, many of us have seen headlines like the one below. This blog post breaks down how we can protect against measles and how to keep our kids […]
How to Set New Year’s Resolutions that Stick
It’s officially 2026, and I’m so excited for all the wonderful things this year will bring. Are you curious about how to set New Year’s Resolutions that will last? Well, good news! This blog is all about taking small steps toward lasting change. Let’s be real… New Year’s resolutions are great in theory, but we […]
Summer Constipation: How to Find Relief
If you read my blogs often, you know I talk a lot about diarrhea and bowel movements. Today, we’re talking about the other end of the spectrum… summer constipation. Constipation might not seem like a “summer thing,” but you’d be surprised how often it shows up when children (and adults) are out of their usual routine. This can be […]
How to Avoid Post-Pool Day Meltdowns
Have you ever Googled: “Why is my child losing it after swimming?” Your child is sobbing over a soggy Goldfish cracker. You’re gripping the steering wheel like it’s a stress ball. Sound familiar? Let’s talk about why pool days often end in total emotional chaos, and, more importantly, how to stop the meltdowns before they start. Here are three surprising […]
Benadryl and Dementia: What You Need to Know
Most of us don’t think twice about giving our child Benadryl for allergies, congestion, or even sleep—but new research is raising red flags for long-term use. A 2025 Harvard study linked long-term use of Benadryl use to an increased risk of dementia in adults who had taken it consistently for three years. (Yes, you read that right–dementia.) Why? […]
How To Treat Asthma Naturally: 3 Crucial Nutrients
If your child is constantly reaching for their inhaler or you’re frustrated with only managing symptoms instead of addressing the root cause, you’re not alone. Most people think asthma is just a lung issue, but what if I told you it is, in part, an inflammation issue? Using an integrative approach to reducing inflammation, we […]
The Best Magnesium Supplement for Constipation
Most of the patients in our practice take a magnesium supplement to support everything from regular bowel movements and constipation relief to better sleep and focus. Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals in the body and plays a crucial role in overall health. Here’s a not-so-fun fact: 50% of the U.S. population doesn’t […]
