Dr. Gary Kramer - Pediatric Specialists

04/23/2026

According to the American Heart Association, "With evaluation and monitoring, some physical activity may be safer than previously believed for children and adolescents with select heart conditions, such as different types of cardiomyopathies (disorders affecting the heart muscle’s structure and function) or those with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator."

If this potentially impacts your child, make sure you check with a doctor before starting any new activity.

Statement Highlights: With evaluation and monitoring, some physical activity may be safer than previously believed for children and adolescents with select heart conditions, such as different types of cardiomyopathies (disorders affecting the heart...

04/22/2026

Earth Day is a great day to get outside with the kids. Here are some activities to help mark this day:

Pick up litter
Plant a tree
Go on a nature scavenger hunt
Garden
Bird watch or build a bird feeder

04/21/2026

Landmark legislation means anyone born after January 1, 2009 will no longer be allowed to smoke in the UK. The idea is to create a smoke-free generation.

Va**ng will also be banned in cars carrying children, on playgrounds and outside schools & hospitals.

The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

04/17/2026

A lot of household cleaning products are dangerous to kids. Always make sure these are out of reach for children.

New research from Nationwide Children’s Hospital is looking at which household products pose risks for kids. Here's how to keep young ones safe.

04/15/2026

Graco is recalling their first rotating infant car seat, the SnugRide Turn & Slide.

Graco has recalled all Turn and Slide infant car seats due to a structural issue. Owners can request a replacement car seat, but no refund will be provided.

04/15/2026

“Tests of intelligence and brain function showed the same results whether or not people drank fluoridated water growing up, a highly anticipated, long-term study found.”

The new research is the first to measure community water fluoridation exposure during childhood and any potential impact on cognition up to age 80.

04/14/2026

NeeDohs are more popular than ever, but make sure to remind your children they should NEVER be placed in a microwave. One girl learned that the hard way.

Kelsey Dybala tried warming a NeeDoh Nice Cube in the microwave to make it more pliable, but the toy exploded, causing serious burn injuries.

04/10/2026

An energy drink company is being sued for wrongful death in connection with the death of a teenager. The company that distributed the drink is issuing this reminder:

“Alani Nu energy drinks disclose 200mg of caffeine on the can, and the label states the product is not recommended for children, people sensitive to caffeine, pregnant women, or women who are nursing.”

The family of Texas teenager Larissa Rodriguez, who died in October 2025, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the distributors of Alani Nu energy drinks on Wednesday, April 8, claiming that she died due to ‘an enlarged heart due to stress and large amounts of caffeine.’

04/08/2026

"For the first time, a mathematical calculation called the z-score (or standard score) is used to more accurately measure the infant's weight."

​The American Academy of Pediatrics has released its first guideline on diagnosing and managing faltering weight in children, replacing the term “failure to thrive.” The guidance explains new diagnostic criteria, including the use of z-scores, outlines when testing is needed, and recommends ev...

04/08/2026

There’s a voluntary recall for Graco’s SnugRide Turn & Slide Infant Car Seat.

The recall impacts the SnugRide Turn & Slide Infant Car Seat.

04/06/2026

There's nothing like a good distraction to end a toddler's tantrum.

A viral TikTok trend has parents interrupting meltdowns with a single unexpected word— and it appears to work.

04/04/2026

If you plan on having your kids eat Easter eggs that have been dyed, make sure “the eggs are eaten within two hours of being taken out of the refrigerator and the dyes are approved for use with food.”

About 1 in every 20,000 eggs is contaminated with Salmonella