Are Infants and Young Children Safe on a Vegan Diet?

The word “vegan” has become a popular one over the past few years. More and more adults are choosing to eliminate animal products from their diets, and some are also choosing this type of diet for their children as well.

However, is it safe for young children and babies? Can parents and caregivers meet their children’s nutritional needs without any animal products?

Let’s first get a clear definition of what we mean by veganism, and then we will look closer into whether children can safely consume vegan diets. That way, you can make the best choice for your kiddos and family.

Nutritional Needs for Children Ages 2 to 5

If you have a toddler or preschooler, you know that one of the most challenging tasks is making sure their childhood nutrition needs are properly met. In fact, this is one of the most stressful aspects of parenting children this age.

The good news is that little bodies are highly adaptable, and most children will be fine as long as they eat some foods from the major food groups. Let’s take a look at the nutritional needs of little kiddos.

Family Medicine vs. Pediatrics: What is the Difference?

When picking your child’s primary care physician, there are many factors to consider. Primary care is the care your child will go to for routine well-visits or when they are sick. Remember, children are not “small adults,” and they require different care. There is more to choosing a doctor than just location.

Children and Screens: How Much is Too Much?

In today’s current society, children have easy access to digital devices. While these devices can be helpful for learning letters, numbers, colors, etc., they can also increase the risk of obesity, depression, violence, and dependence. The question to address is how much screen time (Television, iPads, phones, computers, etc.) is too much screen time? And can too much screen time be harmful to your child?

PAK Pediatrics breaks it down for you here. We can advise you on this topic with your child when you come in for his or her next well-child visit.

Why Your Child Needs Their Flu Shot

Winter has arrived, and with it, viruses that can cause many types of illnesses in children, such as the flu.

For the physicians at PAK Pediatrics, nothing is more important than keeping your kids healthy and happy. Making sure they are up to date on all their vaccines is the best way to battle mild to debilitating illnesses, including the flu.

How Old Should You Be When You Stop Going to a Pediatrician?

A pediatrician is a doctor that specializes in managing and treating the health of children. Most pediatricians will see children from birth through 18 years of age, but sometimes there are special exceptions to this rule.

If you’re wondering when your child should stop seeing their pediatrician, you’ve come to the right place. PAK Pediatrics is here to help.

Nutrition for Childhood and Beyond

From infancy to adolescence, and beyond, our children are in a constant state of growth and cognitive development. That growth doesn’t happen on its own, however; it requires fuel, and that means vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.

Of course, childhood nutrition has to have a few more layers to it. When providing nourishment for a child whose body and brain are still developing, it’s important to make sure you’re feeding them the right kinds of foods.

Childhood Migraine Symptoms and Treatments

Migraine headaches can affect anyone, from young children to the elderly. As some readers likely know, migraines differ from common headaches because they are recurrent and tend to be more severe.

Migraines are also called acute recurrent headaches, and their pain levels are classified as moderate to severe and can last anywhere from 2 to 48 hours. On top of that, some people suffer from migraines two to four times a month.

Common Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Issues in Children

Children always seem to grow up so fast. One minute they’re swaddled in a blanket as you rock them gently in your arms; the next minute, they’re celebrating their tenth birthday by going on all the big-kid rides at the amusement park that they’re finally tall enough for.

How to Prevent Flat Head Syndrome in Infants

When you have a new baby, you’ve got all kinds of new issues to handle. Even with plenty of resources available, from your relatives with children to the good old Internet, new parents must know how to manage their baby’s health to give the child everything needed to get stronger.