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Pediatric Associates of Alexandria, Inc. has served Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C. We provide total healthcare for children, from infancy through adolescence and early adulthood. We make it a priority to establish an open, cooperative relationship with parents, involving families in the decision-making for the well-being of their child, our patient. We strive to make each visit a positive experience.

04/09/2025

Research finds that the age at which children transition from napping varies widely, from 2 years to 7 years. Research finds that most children also drop their nap gradually— going from napping consistently every day, to napping inconsistently, to dropping the nap entirely.

So when do most children make this transition? A meta-analysis from 2020 found the following:

➡️ Less than 2.5% of children stop napping before age 2

➡️ 33% of children stop napping by age 3

➡️ 57% of children stop napping by age 4

➡️ 80% of children have stopped napping by age 4.5

➡️ 94% of children have stopped napping by age 5.5

Visit the Parenting Translator newsletter for more research on napping (including links to all of the research) including why children stop napping and what to do as a parent when your child drops their nap!

All information provided by Parenting Translator Foundation — parentingtranslator.org

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

03/09/2025

Shaming and harsh punishment do not reduce biting. Instead, identifying and addressing the underlying cause is the best path to reducing the behavior.

Learn more at zerotothree.org.

All information provided by Zero to Three — www.zerotothree.org — https://fb.com/ZEROTOTHREE

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

03/09/2025

Figuring out how to talk about your child's learning difference with family can be tough.

Thankfully, having a plan can make a big difference. Learn more: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/tips-telling-relatives-about-childs-challenges?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=instagram&utm_campaign=evergreen-fam-increasethriving-holidayseason-carousel&utm_content=carousel

All information provided by Understood — https://fb.com/Understood

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

01/09/2025

Parents, wondering how to help your child do well in school? Through this video, explore tips on how to create good habits, discover the joy of learning, and find extra academic support for your child when they need it.

All information provided by the Child Mind Institute — https://fb.com/ChildMindInstitute

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

29/08/2025

Homework time can be extra frustrating for kids with ADHD. But strategies, like brain breaks, can help boost productivity and confidence.

Learn more: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/brain-breaks-what-you-need-to-know?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=instagram&utm_campaign=Evergreen-fam-tips-time-management-multiimage&utm_content=multiimage

All information provided by Understood — https://fb.com/Understood

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

28/08/2025

Use separate cutting boards, plates, and knives for produce and raw meat, chicken and other poultry. Prevent cross-contamination and the spread of germs in your kitchen.

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

26/08/2025

DEFINING SAFE SLEEP: ROOM SHARING — Parents should share their room with baby. In the parents' room, baby should be close to the bed, but on a separate surface designed for infants, ideally for baby's first year, but at least for the first 6 months.

Learn more about safe infant sleep at https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

All information provided by Safe to Sleep®; Eunice Kennedy Shriver NICHD — https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

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25/08/2025

We are pleased to announce that 2025-2026 flu vaccines are now available at all 3 office locations!

This year, we're excited to offer several different options to get your child's flu shot:
1. Saturday "drive-thru" clinics at our newest Duke Street location
2. Tuesday in-office clinics at our Walker Lane and Potomac Yard locations
3. A limited number of daily nurse visits Monday-Sunday at all 3 locations

To book your slot for any of these options, simply send a patient portal message or call our office. These slots are by appointment only- no walk-ins, please!

As always, your child may also receive their flu vaccine at well visits or other in-office appointments. Siblings are welcome at their family member's appointment to get the flu vaccine as well.

**Please note - we anticipate more information to come regarding updated COVID vaccines and Beyfortus (the RSV monoclonal antibody) in the next few weeks! Follow along for these announcements.

Photo credit: Heather Hazzan, SELF Magazine

25/08/2025

Reasoning and Proof relates to children’s ability to develop mathematical arguments for ways to solve a problem that are grounded in their previous understandings. When reasoning, children are looking for patterns or structures within problems that relate to patterns or structures that they have previously mastered. For example, a three-year-old child counting by 10s saying, “I know that forty comes after thirty because four comes after three.” The child reasons about a mathematical structure that was previously understood (three comes before four) and proves that 40 comes after 30 when counting by 10 based on their understanding of this structure.

Here are some examples of reasoning and proof in play and how you, as a caregiver, can support it.

All information provided by Reach Out and Read — https://fb.com/reachoutandread

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

22/08/2025

All children thrive on a regular bedtime routine. Regular sleep deprivation often leads to some pretty difficult behaviors and health problems—irritability, difficulty concentrating, hypertension, obesity, headaches, and depression. Children who get enough sleep have a healthier immune system, better school performance, behavior, memory, and mental health.

All information provided by the CDC — https://fb.com/cdc

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

21/08/2025

The grass is green and the flowers are blooming, which makes it the perfect time of year for your kids to enjoy their favorite outdoor activities. During these warm months it’s very important to make sure your child is protected against all bug bites.

All information provided by Children's National — https://fb.com/childrens.national

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

20/08/2025

Feeling like you are on your own to handle the bad days? You aren't - visit afsp.org for resources.

All information provided by The American Foundation of Su***de Prevention — www.afsp.org — https://fb.com/AFSPnational

EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER These resources are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please do not share medical information on this platform. Contact us with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or content you see here.

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