Vestavia Pediatrics

02/03/2026

Valentine’s Day is almost here, and you can help make the day a little sweeter for patients at Children’s of Alabama by sending a Valentine filled with love.
By choosing your favorite card, you can share a smile with a child who may be spending Valentine’s Day in the hospital. Our team will hand-deliver each Valentine to help remind our patients just how loved and supported they are.

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01/30/2026

We are experiencing dangerously cold temperatures in our area this weekend. Keep children safe from the cold, ensure they have warm clothing (jackets, boots, gloves, hats), and be aware of symptoms of hypothermia.
If your child is sick over the weekend, we are open Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30am-11:30am, (205)978-3200. Stay safe and warm!

01/26/2026

Download the MyChart app Today

Online resources to save you time:
- eCheck in: Complete the pre-registration process from home to save time when you arrive at the practice. Pay visit copays, verify your medical and insurance information, respond to questionnaires, and electronically sign documents.
- Self-Arrival: If you’ve completed all your pre-registration steps and payments, there’s no line and no waiting when you get here! Enable notifications and location services on your phone to use Self-Arrival, which lets us know the moment you arrive at the practice.

Convenient access — anytime, anywhere All your child’s health information in one place!

After Visit Summary
View details of your past appointments or hospital stays.

🧪Test Results
Receive timely notification of results for tests you've had done and view test results from the past.

🌼Allergies
Review your allergies and update them as needed

💉Immunizations
Review your immunization history and document immunizations you've received elsewhere, such as at a flu shot clinic or pharmacy.

💬Get Medical Advice
Send a message to ask your doctor for medical advice and get recommendations for care.

💊Medication Refills
Ask for a prescription renewal and receive notification when your medications are ready to be picked up at the pharmacy.

📝Questionnaires
Provide general and family history information and respond to other questions from your healthcare provider.

💻Paperless Billing
Sign up for paperless billing to receive your medical bills and access to itemized statements through MyChart instead of by mail.

01/25/2026

Currently, we plan to open our regular office hours tomorrow. We will actively monitor road conditions overnight into early tomorrow morning and will post any updates as we have them.

01/23/2026

When the power goes out, it can throw off all of your family's normal routines. If the power failure is in winter, the danger of extreme cold can add to the problem.

If the power fails in your home during winter, extreme cold may put younger children—especially infants—are at risk for hypothermia. But alternative sources of heat can be hazardous. So how do parents keep their kids warm…and safe? Learn more here.

01/15/2026

It’s easy for screen use to feel out of control and overwhelming. Here’s a quick tip to help your child develop healthier digital habits. Creating “tech free” zones helps make sure that screens aren’t crowding out valuable in-person interactions. For more digital media tips, visit https://bit.ly/4phVDzU

01/13/2026

Each year, about 50,000 children under 5 years old end up in emergency departments for poisoning after swallowing medicine they shouldn't have. When a medicine gets into the wrong hands and is taken by a child or teen, the results can be deadly. That’s why all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and supplements should be stored safely and kept out of reach. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Medication-Safety-Tips.aspx

01/08/2026

Fevers can be scary for parents! But learning what causes fevers and how to treat them can ease your anxiety and help you take control of the situation. Here’s everything you need to know about fevers, including what causes them, how to safely manage them and when to call your pediatrician. And remember, babies younger than 3 months should be seen by their pediatrician right away if they have a temperature of 100.4° F or higher. Learn more and talk with your pediatrician if you have any questions: https://bit.ly/49j94dC

01/06/2026

The start of a new year is a great time to help your children focus on forming good habits. Making New Year's resolutions can be a fun way to do this! Here are some healthy and positive goal-setting resolution ideas you can suggest to your children, depending on their age: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-dynamics/Pages/Healthy-New-Years-Resolutions-for-Kids.aspx

01/02/2026

It is not too late for your child to receive the Flu vaccine. Call us at (205)978-3200 to schedule your child an appointment.

12/30/2025

Please contact our office early if your child needs to be seen on Wednesday, December 31st. We will schedule as we do on the weekend.

Our office will be closed on Thursday, January 1st, we will reopen on Friday, January 2nd.

We will be open our regular weekend hours on Saturday, January 3rd and Sunday, January 4th.

If you have an urgent medical question, you can reach our answering service at (205)930-4310.

We wish you and your family good health and happiness in the New Year!! 🎉

12/26/2025

We celebrated a very special lady this week on her well deserved retirement. Congratulations Kay!!! Your dedication and commitment to serving the children of Vestavia Pediatrics for 36 years is so very much appreciated! We are so excited for you and will miss you!!!