Rivertown Pediatrics

11/15/2025

As the holidays approach, many struggle to find the resources to keep themselves and their children fed. Feeding the Valley strives to ensure access to food for families across the Chattahoochee Valley.

If you want to learn more about this valuable organization, either to volunteer or to take advantage of their programs, visit their website linked below. There you can find information on their mobile food pantry, upcoming events, and more!

Are You In Need Of Food? Find Food Have You Received Food? Share Your Story Upcoming Mobile Pantry Dates View Here Empowering Communities through Food Security Feeding the Valley’s mission is to empower our neighbors to overcome hunger by ensuring access to food. Feeding the Valley Food Bank is on...

11/14/2025

Research provides some limited evidence that white noise may help with falling asleep and blocking out noises but it is unclear if it really improves sleep quality or total sleep time. However, there is no evidence that white noise is necessary to help babies or children to sleep or that it will solve all sleeping problems. There is also no evidence that white noise causes any harm when played at a reasonable volume.

All information provided by Parenting Translator Foundation — parentingtranslator.org

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11/13/2025

Progress is moving along on our renovation! The Walk-In Clinic is still closed, but we are getting closer each day to a shiny new clinic for our sick patients.

Thank you for your patience as we work on our improvements! You can still walk-in for sick appointments upstairs in our main entrance. Don't forget, you can always self-schedule your appointments, as well as take advantage of our drive-up flu shots!

11/12/2025

Pro tip: put your phone on ‘Do Not Disturb,’ set your GPS before you start, and keep your eyes on the road!

All information provided by Prevent Child Injury — www.preventchildinjury.org

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11/12/2025

If you have a highly sensitive child, you know the drill—big emotions (with even bigger reactions), the need for control, and perfectionism.

Because of their sensitivity, these kids are more prone to anxiety and other mental health challenges. Some may also experience sensory processing challenges. In all cases, early intervention matters. Getting the right help early in life can reduce the impact of mental health challenges as they develop.

If your highly sensitive child's behaviors are affecting their relationships or daily life at home and school, it's a good idea to seek professional help.

All information provided by Litter Otter — www.littleotterhealth.com — Little Otter — https://fb.com/littleotterhealth

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11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! We are proud to support our military families and thankful for all who have served.

11/10/2025

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention on purpose to the present moment, without judging or trying to change your experience. The practice of mindfulness can help children to increase their self-awareness, self-control, and attention. It can also reduce their emotional suffering and increase their compassion for themselves and others. Practicing mindfulness allows middle schoolers to see reality more accurately and without judgment. Regular practice will help to foster an increased sense of well-being.

Encourage your middle schooler to watch this video about emotions. Even better — watch it with your middle schooler and discuss these key findings together:

1️⃣ Mindfulness is an ongoing practice, just like daily physical exercise.
2️⃣ There are three mindfulness skills for kids to focus on:
— Observe: Notice, without words, what is going on in the environment or in their body.
— Describe: Name what they notice using descriptive and non-judgmental language.
— Participate: Throw themselves fully into an activity or experience.

All information provided by the Child Mind Institute — https://fb.com/ChildMindInstitute

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11/07/2025

Kids learn to read at different paces, and it’s normal for them to struggle at some point. But if your child seems particularly frustrated with reading and writing over an extended period of time, there’s a chance they may have a learning disorder called dyslexia. Contact your pediatrician if your child is showing signs of dyslexia.

All information provided by the Child Mind Institute — https://fb.com/ChildMindInstitute

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11/07/2025

A healthy diet is not just for your child's overall health, it is great for their dental hygiene too! Here are some foods to incorporate into your child's diet to ensure they are getting the right nutrients for their teeth.

All information provided by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry — aapd.org — https://fb.com/AmericanAcademyofPediatricDentistry

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11/06/2025

What do you say when you don’t want your kid to repeat a behavior?

If you’ve said something like…
👉🏽 “You better never let me catch you doing that again!”
👉🏽 “I better not hear you fighting with your sister anymore.”
👉🏽 “I don’t want to see any more grades below a C this year.”

…you’re not alone. 🙋🏽‍♀️

But when you think about it, what we’re really saying with phrases like these is, “Next time you do this, you should be sneakier and learn how to hide things from me better.” 😬 😬 😬

Parents genuinely want their kids to avoid bad or dangerous behaviors, but negative behavior is frustrating, so it’s easy to say whatever you feel needs to be said to stop it ***now***.

It’s worth it in the long run to get in the habit of using phrases like these instead, which are much more helpful in supporting kids in making better choices. 💫

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11/04/2025

When babies enter this world, they are wired for connection.

Traditional treatment models for infants and toddlers and their parents often look at children from a single perspective, but dyadic care looks at each baby as part of a larger family system - and works to give everyone in that system the skills for success.

Learn more at zerotothree.org.

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11/03/2025

Cross-contact occurs when a food allergen comes in contact with food or an item not intended to contain that allergen. https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/choosing-safe-foods/prevent-allergic-reactions-in-your-kitchen/

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