Sunshine Pediatrics

05/08/2026

Happy Nurses Week to Our Nurse Practitioner, Kelly, and to our Nurse Nicole!! We appreciate all you do!

01/26/2026

We are tentatively planning to open at Noon tomorrow (Monday, 1/26/26). If this changes we will update here. Please stay safe.

12/15/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours at Sunshine Pediatrics 🎄

As we celebrate the holiday season with our families, our office hours will be adjusted. Please see below for our holiday schedule.

Thank you for trusting us with your little ones—we wish your family a joyful and healthy holiday season! ❤️👶

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

We will close at noon today for our Christmas gathering. 🎄

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Sunshine Pediatrics! 🍁

Today we’re especially grateful for the families who trust us with the care of their little ones. It’s an honor to support your children’s health, growth, and bright futures. 💛

Wishing you a day filled with joy, laughter, and time spent with the ones you love.

10/16/2025

Happy Boss’s Day! 💛🩺

To our very own, who does it all, Lonna Hembree! She is our owner, manager, and billing specialist! Thank you for everything you are and everything you do for us and our patients! ✨

10/04/2025

Recent news has created unnecessary confusion for parents about vaccine schedules, but pediatricians are here to help provide some clarity:

1. Giving vaccines on the recommended schedule enables children’s immune systems to protect them from preventable diseases.

2. Children’s immune systems are remarkable and are able to develop protection from multiple vaccines at one time.

Hear more from Dr. Ari Brown on the dangers of skipping or delaying childhood vaccines in Washington Post’s piece:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/09/27/vaccines-children-delay-rfk-trump/

08/04/2025

BACK TO SCHOOL WEEK 📚✏️🍎

The Sunshine Pediatrics team is here to help you embrace the back to school transition. Going from laid-back summer days to the rigid routine of school can be a challenging transition. Below are some resources created to help with the back-to-school bumps so you and your child can fully embrace the excitement that comes with a new start! 🏫

🩺 Well-child examinations are a cornerstone of healthcare for children of all ages. These check-ups are essential for monitoring your child's growth and development, catching potential health issues early, and ensuring they are physically and mentally prepared for school.

💉 Vaccinations play a critical role in protecting children from various infectious diseases. Illnesses can quickly spread, so ensuring your child is current on vaccinations is vital.

🥦 Nutrition is key. A balanced diet is fundamental to a child's physical and cognitive development. Proper nutrition helps children maintain energy levels, concentrate better in school and support overall growth and development. Children require different amounts of nutrients based on their age.

😴 Sleep is vital. Adequate sleep is crucial for a child's overall well-being, affecting everything from their mood to their ability to learn and retain information. Children who do not get enough sleep are more likely to experience attention problems, behavioral issues and poor academic performance.

🚸 Bullying is a serious issue that can significantly affect a child's mental and emotional health. It occurs far too often nationwide in elementary, junior high and high schools. Parents and guardians must take bullying seriously and teach your children a few tactics to address bullies productively.

📆 Creating a positive start to the school year
Preparing for the new school year involves more than buying school supplies and updating the calendar with activities. It's also about prioritizing your child's health and well-being to ensure their success and happiness.

⭐️ By scheduling well-child examinations, keeping vaccinations up to date, providing balanced nutrition, ensuring adequate sleep, addressing bullying and modeling these healthy habits yourself, you can help your child have a healthy, productive and successful school year.

☎️ Please contact us to schedule your child’s well check, vaccine visits, sport’s physicals, with any questions/concerns, and/or required paperwork for the upcoming school year!

08/01/2025

08/01/2025