Pedia Care by Dr Steph

08/07/2025

Protect your loved ones with the right vaccines today! 📢
At Pedia Care by Dr. Steph, we offer a wide range of vaccines for both kids and adults—from Flu shots to MMR, Hexaxim, Varicella, and more! 💉🛡️

📍Find us at:
Room 304, 3rd Floor, Internist Hub Diagnostic Center,
Pajares Building, Quezon Avenue Extension, Palao, Iligan City, Philippines.

💬 Not sure which vaccine you or your child needs?
Message us for guidance!

VACCINES AVAILABLE HERE. Magpabakuna ta! 💉

Ang bakuna makatabang protektahan ka ug ang imong pamilya. Kung wala ka kahibalo unsa nga bakuna ang angay para nimo o sa imong anak, ayaw kaulaw—i-message lang ang among page! 🤗

Andam mi motubag sa imong mga pangutana. Para sa inyong kahimsog ug kalinaw sa hunahuna.

✅ SAFE
✅ Epektibo
✅ Para sa tanan

📌Our clinic is located at Room 304 , 3rd floor, Internist Hub Diagnostic Center, Pajares Building, Quezon Avenue Extension (behind SeaOil Palao), Palao, Iligan City.

✨We accept walk-in patients and appointments. Send us a message and we'll do our very best to reply.

08/07/2025

Trivia Tuesdays with Dr. Steph ✨
Episode 11: “Normal ra ba nga murag dako ang ulo sa akong baby?”

Yes, totally normal! Babies are born with proportionally larger heads—making up around 25% of their total body length, compared to only about 15% in adults.

Why? Because the brain develops rapidly in the early months of life. In fact, by age 2, a child’s brain is already 80% of its adult size! That’s why head size (measured during well-baby visits) is a key indicator of healthy neurological growth.

As long as the head circumference falls within the normal growth curve and isn’t rapidly increasing or showing signs of pressure (like bulging fontanelles or vomiting), there’s no need to worry.

07/07/2025

Milestone Mondays with Dr. Steph ✨
Episode 11: "Mas ganahan siya nga naa ra ko."

"Doc, kabantay ko lately, after nako siya padedahon, dili dayon siya mohilom kung ibutang nako sa crib. Murag ganahan siya nga akong hawak iyang higdaanan. Kung buhian nako, murag lain na iyang lawas. Ana ra gyud siya... gusto lang nga naa ko."

Good observation! Usahay masamokan ta sa mga gamay na butang and we think this is one of the moments where nag over-react ato mga anak, but no! Babies do not overreact. Remember—they're just babies! How they react will always be valid and reasonable. As parents, we must not overlook their cries. Instead, we must ask ourselves what we can do to help distract them from crying.

Now, this situation is another common experience shared among mothers. This is more than just a baby being clingy. This is emotional attachment forming—and it's a beautiful thing. With this, your baby recognizes you not just as the one who feeds them but as their safe space. They recognize you as someone they can cling to. This is why being a parent requires so much emotional and mental fortitude. You need to be patient with them, especially babies.

Sometimes, milestones aren’t about what you did or what you achieved, but about how they can make you feel.

Parents, if your baby only sleeps better when you’re near, that’s not a bad habit. That’s their little heart saying, ‘I feel secure with you.’ Perhaps the cradle is not for them. Maybe it's truly being by your side that works best for them at that age.

Celebrate that. Not everyone gets to experience being a parent. It is a blessing to have them cling onto you.

07/07/2025

We are open today from
1:00 to 4:00 PM.
Feel free to drop by for consultations, follow-ups, or vaccine appointments. 🩺💉

Send a message to learn more

06/07/2025

Self-Care Sundays with Dr. Steph 🌸
Episode 11: “Maligo o Matulog?”

A full-time working mom once came to the clinic with her kids and asked me,
“Doc, kung tagaan ko ug 20 minutes nga libre, unsa may mas maayo—maligo o matulog?”

Syempre, we both laughed—but her face was serious. Dili ni joke. This is real life for many exhausted, full-time working parents.

She continued,
“Gikapoy na ko’g pili. Murag walay igo'ng oras para sa tanan. Imbis ganahan ko magpahuway or maglaag panagsa ba, kay di man pwede gud kay kinahanglan man gyud ko maningkamot para sa pamilya. Wa na gani koy oras maglantaw'g K-drama.”

We laughed again, because it's all too real. Then she quietly added,
“Di ko gusto magreklamo, pero usahay… kapoy na jud.”

And I told her this:
“Kung matulog lang sa imong kaya, okay ra. Kung half bath lang, okay ra pud.”

Here’s what I want to leave with you today:
You don’t need to do everything.
You don’t need the perfect self-care routine.
One small thing is enough. One small thing—for yourself—is still care.

Kape lang sa? Tulog lang gamay? Maligo gamay? Basta ikaw pud.

04/07/2025

Fundamental Fridays with Dr. Steph
Episode 10: "Sun safety: Protect delicate skin!"

☀️ What is sun protection for babies?
Sun protection means shielding a baby’s sensitive skin from UV rays to prevent sunburn and long-term damage.

☀️ Babies under 6 months should stay in the shade and wear protective clothing. After 6 months, you can start using a small amount of baby-safe sunscreen on exposed areas. Always avoid the midday sun! 🌞

👉 Parent Tip: Hats, light long sleeves, and stroller covers are your best friends. And don’t forget hydration—extra fluids are crucial in the heat! 🌸

03/07/2025

Tiny Tips Thursdays with Dr. Steph ✨🖐️
Episode 10: "Handwashing starts young—make it fun!"

🖐️ What is handwashing for kids?
Handwashing for kids is teaching young children to wash their hands properly to remove dirt and germs and prevent illness—a critical health habit.

🖐️ Good hygiene habits start early! Teach babies and toddlers about handwashing by making it playful: sing songs, use bubbles, and let them splash a bit.

Handwashing reduces the spread of germs and illnesses—essential for busy little explorers! 🧼🌟

👉 Parent Tip: Wash hands together before meals, after play, and after diaper changes. Show excitement ("Yay! Clean hands!") to build a positive habit they’ll carry forever.

02/07/2025

Wellness Wednesdays with Dr. Steph 🩺
Episode 10: "To PLAY Means EXERCISE for Babies!"

🧸 Playtime isn’t just for fun — it’s critical for physical, mental, and emotional health! Rolling, reaching, crawling, stacking blocks, and clapping hands all build motor skills, balance, strength, and even social development. 🏃‍♂️🎶

👉 Parent Tip: Let babies lead during play. Give them safe spaces to explore, offer toys that encourage movement and problem-solving, and most importantly — join in! Your encouragement fuels their confidence. ✨

01/07/2025

Trivia Tuesdays with Dr. Steph ✨
Episode 10: "A baby's brain makes about 1 million new connections per second!"

Ready to be amazed?

In their first years, babies create about 1 million new brain connections every SECOND! Every cuddle, peek-a-boo, giggle, and gentle word builds the very architecture of your baby's brain for learning, emotions, and relationships. ✨

👉 Parent Tip: Prioritize face-to-face time, free play, singing, and exploration. The simple, loving moments matter more than you realize — they are literally wiring your baby’s future! 🌱

01/07/2025

VACCINES AVAILABLE HERE. Magpabakuna ta! 💉

Ang bakuna makatabang protektahan ka ug ang imong pamilya. Kung wala ka kahibalo unsa nga bakuna ang angay para nimo o sa imong anak, ayaw kaulaw—i-message lang ang among page! 🤗

Andam mi motubag sa imong mga pangutana. Para sa inyong kahimsog ug kalinaw sa hunahuna.

✅ SAFE
✅ Epektibo
✅ Para sa tanan

📌Our clinic is located at Room 304 , 3rd floor, Internist Hub Diagnostic Center, Pajares Building, Quezon Avenue Extension (behind SeaOil Palao), Palao, Iligan City.

✨We accept walk-in patients and appointments. Send us a message and we'll do our very best to reply.

01/07/2025

Hello, July! 💛✨

A new month means a fresh page—and this one is looking extra promising. Let’s welcome July with open hearts. Make space for all the good that’s coming. 🌷