Novant Health Pediatrics SouthPark

03/20/2026

🌷 Hello Spring!

As kids start playing outside more, remember:

✔ Apply sunscreen
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Wear helmets when biking
✔ Check for ticks after outdoor play

Outdoor play is great for kids’ health!

03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

We feel lucky to care for such wonderful families in our community.

Reminder:
If your little leprechaun isn’t feeling well, call us before heading to urgent care — we may have same-day appointments available!

Stay safe and healthy today!

03/14/2026

🥧 Happy Pi Day!

Fun fact:
Did you know math skills develop early through play?

Try these simple activities:
• Baking together
• Counting snacks
• Shape games
• Measuring ingredients

Learning can be fun!

03/10/2026

🌼 Spring allergies are starting!

Common symptoms in kids:
• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Itchy eyes
• Congestion

If your child struggles with seasonal allergies, we can help create a plan for relief.

📞 Call us if symptoms are interfering with sleep or school.

03/08/2026

⏰ Don’t forget!

Daylight Saving Time starts this weekend.

Tips to help kids adjust to the time change:
• Move bedtime earlier by 10–15 minutes for a few nights
• Keep a consistent bedtime routine
• Get morning sunlight ☀️

A little preparation can make Monday morning easier!

03/05/2026

🏥 Annual Well Visits Matter!

Even when kids feel healthy, yearly checkups help us:
✔ Track growth & development
✔ Update vaccines
✔ Discuss nutrition and sleep
✔ Address concerns early

If your child is due for a checkup, give us a call to schedule!

02/09/2026

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/whats-it-like-to-get-measles

A pediatrician shares what it was like to get the measles as a child, and why she advises parents to the give their children the vaccine known as MMR.

02/09/2026

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/should-we-hurry-and-vaccinate-our-babies-for-measles

Measles outbreaks are making lots of parents anxious because babies don’t get the vaccine until age 1. Should they request it sooner?

02/01/2026

❄️ Weather Update – Office Closure ❄️
Due to inclement weather, our office will be closed on Monday, February 2nd to ensure the safety of our patients, families, and staff.

We will be offering Virtual Visits for those patients needing immediate attention. We will be re-evaluating weather conditions throughout the day to determine operations.

Our team will reach out to reschedule any missed appointments. If your child has an urgent medical concern, please contact our on-call nurse or seek care at your nearest urgent care or emergency department.

Thank you for your understanding—stay safe and warm! 🧸💙

01/31/2026

❄️ Weather Update – Office Closure ❄️
Due to inclement weather, our office will be closed on Saturday, January 31st to ensure the safety of our patients, families, and staff.

If your child has an urgent medical concern, please contact our on-call nurse or seek care at your nearest urgent care or emergency department.

Thank you for your understanding—stay safe and warm! 🧸💙

01/25/2026

❄️ Weather Update – Office Closure ❄️
Due to inclement weather, our office will be closed on Monday, January 26 to ensure the safety of our patients, families, and staff.

Our team will reach out to reschedule any missed appointments. If your child has an urgent medical concern, please contact our on-call nurse or seek care at your nearest urgent care or emergency department.

Thank you for your understanding—stay safe and warm! 🧸💙

01/20/2026

🧠 Mental health matters—even for kids.

The new year can bring big feelings. If your child is showing:
• Increased anxiety
• Trouble sleeping
• Mood changes
• School struggles

Let’s talk. We support both physical and emotional health.