Birmingham Pediatrics + Wellness Center

05/28/2026

Swim lessons are an important layer of protection against drowning. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that many children may be ready to start lessons as early as age 1. 🏊💙

When choosing a swim program, keep these questions in mind:

✔️ Are instructors trained and certified through a nationally recognized learn-to-swim program?
✔️ Are lifeguards on duty with current CPR and First Aid certifications?
✔️ Do they teach safe habits in, on, and around water?
✔️ Do they teach children what to do if they unexpectedly end up in the water?
✔️ Do they offer adapted aquatics for children with special health needs or developmental disabilities?

Remember: swim lessons are just one layer of water safety. Active supervision, pool fencing, and life jackets also play a critical role in preventing drowning.

​Here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on the best time to start swim lessos and what to look for in a quality learn-to-swim program.  

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Happy Birthday Dr. Tulika!🎉🎂🎈

Your kindness, compassion, and dedication make such a difference in the lives of every child and family you care for.

Wishing you a birthday filled with happiness, laughter, and all the joy you bring to others all year long!😊

05/22/2026

As we honor and remember the brave men and women who have served our country, we wish all of our families a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, and will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

For urgent medical concerns during the holiday weekend, NP Lori Carlson will be our on-call email provider.

Wishing you a happy, healthy, and safe Memorial Day!

Birmingham Pediatrics + Wellness Center

05/19/2026

Getting enough sleep helps children and teens focus, do better in school, and manage their behavior and emotions. Healthy sleep also supports physical growth, mental wellness, and overall health.

Here’s what parents can do to support healthy sleep:

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05/18/2026

Adolescence brings big changes in a teen’s physical, mental, social, and emotional growth. When stress or trauma enters the picture, it can be overwhelming for the teen and for you. As a parent, you play a vital role in helping your teen feel safe, supported, and connected. The 5 Rs (Relate, Recognize, Reassure, Return to Routine and Regulate) can help you support your teen during both normal and stressful times to promote their mental wellness.

Discover the 5Rs—simple, evidence‑informed ways to support your teen’s resilience during challenging or stressful moments. Learn how to help teens regulate emotions, reframe setbacks, restore balance, and build stronger coping skills at home and in everyday life.​

05/14/2026

Children don’t always express emotional struggles with words. Sometimes the signs appear in everyday behaviors.

Watch for:
▪️ Mood changes or irritability
▪️ Changes in sleep or eating habits
▪️ Withdrawal from friends or activities
▪️ Trouble concentrating or declining grades
▪️ Frequent headaches or stomachaches
▪️ Excessive worry, sadness, or hopelessness

Ongoing changes may be a sign your child needs extra support. Early conversations and intervention can make a big difference. 💚

If you have concerns about your child’s emotional well-being, Birmingham Pediatrics + Wellness Center is here to help. 💚

05/11/2026

We proudly recognize the incredible impact nurses have in shaping health care, and this year’s theme, The Power of Nurses, highlights the vital necessity for nurses to have a voice at policy tables, ensuring their expertise helps guide the future of a sustainable, equitable, and compassionate healthcare system. 💙

Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment. We celebrate you every day! ⚕️🩺✨

05/08/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms and mother figures in our pediatric family. We are honored to partner with you in helping your little ones grow healthy and strong.

This Mother’s Day, we celebrate YOU and all that you do, and wish you days filled with love, joy, relaxation, and the appreciation you so deeply deserve. ❤️

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Birmingham Pediatrics + Wellness Center.💐

05/07/2026

Around six months of age, most babies are ready to start trying solid foods. Here are some common choking hazards to avoid until your child is 4 years of age or older, depending on their development and maturity level.

Here are some precautions you can take to keep your child from choking.