Texas Children's Pediatrics

09/29/2025

What goes up might come down ⛑️

Newborns can roll unintentionally, even when placed on a changing table. So parents must be EXTRA vigilant when very small children are resting or playing on elevated surfaces, even at the doctor’s office.

If you find yourself getting distracted, consider moving your child somewhere else, holding them in your lap or placing them in an infant carrier instead. If using a carrier, make sure your child is strapped in and the carrier is placed on a flat and sturdy surface.

09/23/2025

Congratulations to the 108 Texas Children’s providers recognized among Houstonia Magazine’s 2025 Top Doctors!

For 16 years in a row, Texas Children’s has been ranked the #1 pediatric hospital in Texas—a recognition made possible by our world-class physicians. With over 2,000 specialists across 40+ disciplines, our team is shaping the future of children’s and women’s health every day.

We’re grateful for their dedication, and proud to celebrate the difference they make in the lives of patients and families.

Learn more or make an appointment today at a Texas Children’s location near you: http://ms.spr.ly/6189sqxf5.

09/19/2025

For this doc, sports are more than a career. They're a passion🏅⚾️

Dr. Nicholas Stetkevich is a sports medicine physician and former collegiate baseball player, which gives him great on-field experience to care expertly for young athletes.

Make sure your athlete follows along to minimize injury risk this fall. But, if they do get hurt, our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine department is always here to help, and virtual appointments are available through Texas Children's Virtual Care. 💪

09/19/2025

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. ❤️ Every baby deserves the best start in life, and newborn screening helps make that possible.

With a simple test in the first days after birth, doctors can detect rare but serious conditions early—often before symptoms appear. Early detection means timely care, better outcomes, and healthier futures.

At Texas Children’s, we’re committed to supporting families every step of the way, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.

09/19/2025

Newborn screening saves thousands of lives every year.

With a simple heel prick test, we can identify a variety of rare but serious conditions—things like metabolic disorders, hormone problems, or genetic diseases—conditions you might not notice until side effects begin to appear.

Here are some things we think all parents-to-be should know about these screenings:

🙋🏽‍♀️ Ask your birth provider about when and how your baby’s newborn screening will be done.

🧑‍⚕️ Follow up if you don’t hear about results. Usually, no news is good news—but it’s always okay to ask.

🔬 If your baby needs a repeat test or follow-up, try not to panic. Many times it just means the first sample wasn’t clear enough—not that anything is wrong. But timing matters, so do follow up quickly.

Newborn screenings are just one way you can help take care of your new baby. If you want the support and guidance of a physician 24/7, our concierge program might be a great fit. Learn more at our link: https://www.texaschildrens.org/concierge-medicine

09/18/2025

This September, Houston businesses are teaming up with Texas Children’s to support kids and teens with cancer through the Steering Hope campaign. 🚗💛

When you purchase a car, fill your tank, or get a car wash at participating locations, a portion of proceeds benefits Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Center—one of the nation’s largest programs for childhood cancer care and research.

See how you can take part and explore participating partners: http://ms.spr.ly/6187sWMKc.

09/17/2025

With Friday night lights blazing bright, we want to shine a spotlight on concussion protocol.

Because a concussion is never something you just shake off. This is your reminder to make sure you always seek medical attention.

09/12/2025

All minds are capable of learning, even if they do so in different ways 🧠

Learning disabilities affect about 10% of people in the US, making them more common than you might think. Some of the most well-known include dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia. These (and related) conditions often face unfair stigmas, so we’re here to set the record straight.

If you're concerned about your child's learning, don’t hesitate to connect with our team. You can learn more about the services we offer at the link here: http://ms.spr.ly/6186sYkwy 📝

09/10/2025

After-school schedule already overflowing? ⚽️ 🎨 🎺

With class back in session, the start of the year can feel like a whirlwind, begging the question of whether adding more activities to your kid’s plate is a good idea.

But Dr. Tate, one of our pediatric behavioral health specialists, says that clubs and sports can be a fantastic way to build friendships in a structured environment. And if your child feels a little unsure, bringing a buddy along is always a great idea 🤸

09/09/2025

Before you swipe: this post touches on challenging topics that may be upsetting. Please read with care.

Su***de prevention is a difficult subject to discuss with anyone, but especially children. Dr. Hayden Mbroh answers a few of our questions above and offers practical strategies for approaching the topic in a healthy manner. She emphasizes the importance of building a foundation of trust and open communication with your child early, fostering healthy emotional habits as they grow.

If you or anyone you know is struggling, dial 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Our pediatric psychology team is also here to help. ❤️

09/05/2025

09/04/2025

This September, businesses across Houston are joining Texas Children’s to support children and teens with cancer through the Steering Hope campaign. 🚗🎗️

When you purchase a car, fill up your tank, or wash your vehicle at participating locations, a portion of proceeds will benefit Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center—one of the nation’s largest and most respected centers for childhood cancer care and research.

Learn more about Steering Hope and see participating companies: http://ms.spr.ly/6184s5EFM.

02/15/2023

Filling out paperwork while juggling an active toddler is hard! If an upcoming appointment is eligible for eCheck-In, you can use it to take care of tasks such as the following before you arrive at the clinic:
- Pay visit copays
- Pay pre-payments and balance payments
- Verify or update insurance and demographic information
- Verify or update medications, allergies, and current health issues
- Answer appointment-related questionnaires

If you are a new patient, or an established patient returning to our clinic for the first time after our joining with Texas Children's, all New Patient paperwork can be completed in advance through MyChart.

02/08/2023

If you have a non-urgent medical question, you can send a secure message to your doctor's staff members through your MyChart account.
- Go to Messaging > Ask a Question.
- Click New Medical Question.
- Select a recipient from the list. This list might include your primary care provider, another doctor with whom you've recently had an office visit or the general nursing staff at the clinic.
- Select a subject for your message and enter your question.
- When you are finished, click Send.
- Someone at your clinic should respond to you within 48 hours. If you've opted to receive email or text notifications for new messages in your MyChart account, you'll receive a message letting you know that the clinic has responded to your request.

To view a message after you've sent it, go to Messaging > Message Center and select the Sent Messages tab. Messages that appear in bold text have not yet been read by clinic staff.

02/02/2023

Refill requests are fast and easy through MyChart:
- Go to Health > Medications to see all of your current medications in one place
- From the medication list, click Request Refill
- On the Request Rx Refill page, select the checkbox next to the medication you need refilled and enter any comments. Click Continue.
- Select a pharmacy for pickup that's convenient for you. Then, click Submit Request.

You will receive a message in your MyChart Inbox when your prescription refill is processed.

01/24/2023

MyChart patient portal provides you with the ability to schedule your child's appointment. Follow these simple steps to schedule in MyChart:
- Open the profile for the child that you would like to schedule for
- Go to Visits > Schedule an Appointment. Depending on the reason for scheduling or the type of appointment you choose, you'll be directed to the Request an Appointment or Schedule an Appointment page.

Still don't have a MyChart account? Go to the Texas Children's Pediatrics Beansprout location website of your choice and select “Schedule Appointment” to see provider availability

01/17/2023

MyChart patient portal provides you with online access to your child’s medical record. It can help you participate in their healthcare and communicate with their providers.

To sign up for MyChart Parent Proxy access for your child:
- Call 877-361-0111 for an activation code or
- Go to http://ms.spr.ly/6187eISHD and select “Request Access” or
- Call the practice at 512-610-7030 and request an access code.
Note: Parent Proxy accounts are tied to your personal email and date of birth.