Metro Pediatrics, PC

12/22/2025

12/21/2025

Metro Pediatrics Tip of The Day:

"10 Christmas Party Games That’ll Keep Kids Busy"

Keep your holiday party going strong with these festive Christmas games for preschoolers, big kids, tweens, teens, and parents, too.

Whether you're throwing your own Christmas party or are just expecting to attend, having a collection of fun Christmas party games in mind will keep everyone entertained, particularly kids. Children young and old will enjoy these fun-filled activities. Plus, since some encourage movement, these games can help the littlest members of your party burn off energy—which is a real win-win if they were baking or eating cookies.

Try these 10 Christmas games at your next kid's party, which require minimal setup, and you'll be crowned the party planner of the year!

Please click here for more information: https://www.parents.com/10-christmas-party-games-that-will-keep-kids-busy-11872638

12/20/2025

🎉 Holiday Closure Announcement 🎉

As the holiday season approaches, we want to inform you about our closure schedule:

✨ December 24, 2025: Open from 8:00am -12:00 PM
✨ December 25-26, 2025: Closed
✨ Returning on December 29, 2025
✨ December 31, 2025: Open from 8:00am - 12:00 PM
✨ January 1, 2026: Closed
✨ Returning on January 2, 2026

We wish you all a wonderful holiday season filled with joy and togetherness! Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to serving you in the new year! 🌟



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12/20/2025

Metro Pediatrics Tip of The Day:

"7 Places to Donate Toys This Christmas’"

The holidays are here. It's the season of cheer, and what better way to get your family in the Christmas spirit than by giving back? Yes, kids understand the excitement and anticipation that comes with Christmas morning, so can you imagine how incredible it would be to inspire that same feeling for someone else by giving back?

"Donating things and/or volunteering time can have a healthy impact on your child's development," says Mery Taylor, PhD, child psychologist with Children's Health of Orange County. "It can help establish a sense of community and cultivate feelings of gratitude. It can improve their physical health, and encouraging children to commit random acts of kindness is a wonderful way for them to learn empathy." In short, the benefits of giving back are innumerable. It helps others—and helps you help yourself.

Please click here for more information: https://www.parents.com/places-to-donate-toys-this-christmas-6834675

12/19/2025

Metro Pediatrics Tip of The Day:

"Can’t Even Go to the Bathroom Alone? You Might Have a ‘Velcro Kid’"

Parents with no personal space will relate to the "velcro kids" term trending online. We have some tips for frazzled parents.

Indeed, a "velcro kid" is basically a child who has difficulty separating from a parent or caregiver, according to Danika Perry, PsyD, a pediatric psychologist at Nemours Children’s Health.

It’s important to remember that clingy behavior is developmentally appropriate and a sign of a child’s secure attachment among the infant, toddler, and preschool set, according to Dr. Perry.

“Infants are usually more needy of their parents’ constant attention and closeness because they are seeking safety and comfort,” explains Vanessa Kennedy, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Psychology at Driftwood Recovery.

"Velcro baby" behavior may also be the result of babies having not yet developed what’s called object permanence. This means they understand that when their parents step away from them, they are still present. “This typically develops around 9 months for a neurotypical child,” says Dr. Kennedy.

Please click here for more information: https://www.parents.com/what-it-means-to-have-a-velcro-kid-11838543

12/18/2025

Metro Pediatrics Tip of The Day:

“Brushing Your Toddlers Teeth”

Stand or sit behind your toddler so that they feel secure. Brushing teeth in front of a mirror is good too, because it lets you see your toddler’s mouth.
Cup your toddler’s chin in your hands with their head resting against your body.
Angle the bristles of the toothbrush towards the gum. If you’re using a manual toothbrush, move the brush in gentle circles. If you’re using an electric toothbrush, move the brush gently across the teeth.
Brush the outer and inner sides of the teeth and along the gumline. Brush along the chewing surfaces of the teeth.
Gently brush your toddler’s tongue.
Encourage your toddler to brush without swallowing. When your toddler starts using toothpaste, get them to spit it out. There’s no need to rinse after brushing – the fluoride toothpaste left behind protects your toddler’s teeth.

Please click here to learn more: https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/health-daily-care/dental-care/dental-care-toddlers

12/17/2025

Metro Pediatrics Tip of The Day:

"Kids TV Shows That Actually Teach Valuable Life Lessons, According to an Expert"

Screen time for younger kids can come with mixed emotions for parents. Smartphones, tablets, and televisions aren't always seen as the best thing for a child's brain development—and for good reason. But there are benefits to screen time for kids, too, especially if you're family is watching age-appropriate shows that encourage creativity and critical thinking.

As anyone who has watched Fred Rogers', aka Mister Rogers', now viral six-minute U.S. Senate testimony from 1969 advocating for increased funding for public childhood shows can tell you, some screens—and more importantly, a certain type of programming—can play an important, positive role in a young child's development. So, what shows should you choose for your child's limited screen time? Read on to learn about what the experts say.

Please click here for more information: https://www.parents.com/fun/entertainment/television/kids-tv-shows-that-teach-life-lessons/