Sunshine Pediatrics

01/01/2026

Happy New Year to you and your family!! 🎉

12/30/2025

If you're trying to freeze or refrigerate breast milk, you might find the storage guidelines confusing! How you store it depends on how soon you want to use it. Here's a helpful guide that shares everything you need to know about storing your milk properly and the 4 rules to follow. 🤱

When it comes to breast milk, how you store it depends on how soon you want to use it. Follow these safety guidelines.

12/29/2025

When your child has a fever, that can be scary as a parent. 🤒 We can recommend checking out this guide for information on what causes fevers and how to treat them.

☎️ Remember - it's not always necessary for a child with a fever to see a doctor. But if your child is younger than 3 months and has a temperature of 100.4°F or higher, or for any child that has a fever above 104°F, call our office. It's also important to call if your child looks very ill or is unusually drowsy, has been in a hot place like an overheated car, or has other symptoms like a stiff neck, severe headache, severe sore throat, severe ear pain, an unexplained rash, repeated vomiting or diarrhea, a seizure, or dehydration.

Let's face it, fevers can be scary for parents. Learning what causes fevers and how to treat them will ease your anxiety and help you take control of the situation.

12/26/2025

Happy Kwanzaa!! 🎉

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas!! 🎅🎄

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays!! 🎄

12/23/2025

We are closed on Dec. 25th & 26th for the holidays and on Jan. 1st for New Year's Day. 🎄

12/18/2025

Traveling with a baby for the holidays? Here are important hacks for baby proofing a relative’s home, hotel or vacation rental, plus travel tips for car rides and airplane flights! ✈️

"Pack a baby first aid kit. Having a first aid kit on hand is always a great idea when traveling, but it’s especially important to have one with essentials for Baby. Items to put in your kit may include baby medicine and a dropper to dispense it, a baby thermometer, petroleum jelly, baby nail clippers, gauze, scissors, and any other tools you might need to tend to Baby’s medical needs."

Traveling with a baby for the holidays? Use these parenting hacks for a smoother holiday season. Plus, get a free baby proofing checklist to help you pack!

12/17/2025

E-bikes are becoming more popular and while they may look just like a regular bike, they’re actually more similar to motorcycles. Pediatrician and former AAP President Dr. Ben Hoffman shares important things to know about e-bikes, including how to keep your child safe if they have one. 🏍

12/15/2025

Happy Hanukkah! 🕎

12/11/2025

Many neurodivergent kids, including children with ADHD, autism, or sensory processing differences, can struggle with sensory overload. This is when they feel overwhelmed by senses, like bright, loud, crowded, or strong-smelling places. 🔊 Check out this link for tips on how to help kids with sensory overload.

☎️ If you have any concerns about sensory triggers and challenges that your child is struggling with, don't hesitate to call our office. We are here to support your family!

Sensory overload happens when the senses are overstimulated. Read about sensory overload in kids and adults, including signs of sensory overload symptoms. Find ways to prevent or respond to sensory overload.

12/10/2025

A recent study found that 12-year-olds who owned smartphones were more likely to experience depression and obesity and not get enough sleep than those without one.📱But if your child or teen already has a smartphone, you can still ensure that they don't miss out on important activities like exercise, sleep, and quality time with friends and family, or jeopardize their health. The key is to help them set boundaries. Here are tips to get started!