Southeast Denver Pediatrics

09/16/2024

Dr. Shawn McCandless, head of genetics and metabolism at Children's Hospital Colorado sat down with Kelly Werthmann to discuss the importance of new born screenings.

09/16/2024

What a wonderful time at Bumps & Babies at this weekend!
It was so much fun meeting all the expecting and new moms, as well as all the incredible vendors!💜

We gave out new mom bags, donuts & pickles 🥒 and ice cream 🍦, which was a BIG HIT (Thanks Dr. Lisa!)😋

Be on the look out for our winners of the Gift Basket & $100 Target Gift Card 🏆

Thank you Sky Ridge for putting together such a fun event!

SEDP has two convenient locations in SE Denver & Parker, a lactation consultant on staff, and we offer appointment flexibility with after-hours, tele-health, and Saturday sick appointments! Call to schedule a prenatal appointment with one of our providers today!

Denver- 303 757 6418
Parker- 303 471 5060

09/10/2024

ATTENTION Parker flu clinic attendees: Wee Cycle will also be in attendance if you would like to donate any gently used baby gear! Wee Cycle is not in need of clothes or toys at this time ☺️

09/09/2024

💚September is NICU Awareness Month 💚

09/07/2024

Our surgeon general, Vivek Murthy called parental stress an urgent public health issue. Today, 48% of parents say that most days their stress is completely overwhelming.

Manatee Village is a new parent therapy service for the most common child struggles; fears, emotional regulation, aggression, tantrums, routines, discipline, impulsivity and more.

Click the link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/175wwhKw-DclVCfVpSAM0LSX6UdGpPQPF/view

09/06/2024

09/05/2024

Perfect for gloomy days like today! All yoga quest videos are available on Youtube (Simply search for "Yoga Quest" by Cosmic Kids)

09/04/2024

Appointments are required! 😃👨‍⚕️

09/03/2024

Is your teen struggling with acne? These are some examples of over-the-counter products you can
consider trying! Or call the office to schedule an acne consult with one of our providers.



The information provided is for general purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns. SEDP does not profit from the sale or distribution of these products.

08/30/2024

We are open Saturday, August, 31st from 8:30AM to 11:30AM for sick visits at our Denver office only. We will be closed on Monday, September 2nd for Labor Day. Have a safe holiday weekend!

08/30/2024

Are your social media feeds filled with ads for parenting products? From weighted sleep sacks to magnets and marbles, some of these heavily marketed products are actually dangerous to children. This week on the Healthy Children podcast, host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez talks with Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie about product safety and ways that you can help keep your kids safe. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.

08/29/2024

Did you know that most children learn to use the bathroom by the age of 4? But don’t stress if your child still has a hard time staying dry through the night. Bedwetting can happen even up until the age of 12! But fret not, most kids outgrow it. Until then, we've got your back with some valuable tips to help you handle this little hiccup. Check out our now!

https://southeastdenverpediatrics.com/Bedwetting

08/27/2024

The beginning of a new school year can often times be stressful for parents and children. We offer counseling services with our licensed social worker, Terri. If you are interested in setting your child up with additional support, please call our office to schedule!

08/26/2024

We will be raffling off a gift basket valued at over $100 PLUS a $100 target gift card (over $200 value!). Message or call us for details! 😊

08/23/2024

Tween Talk is back this fall! Please join us for a casual evening discussing social media, puberty, menstruation, personal hygiene and more. Our program is geared toward 9-12 year old girls and moms. We will have light refreshments. We will also play a game of jeopardy that goes over topics discussed! There are limited spots available that fill up quickly.
SEDP Parker office - 11960 Lioness Way, Suite # 200, Parker, CO, 80224
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 5:30 - 6:30pm
Please call either office to RSVP. (303) 757-6418 or (303) 471-5062

08/21/2024

ATTENTION!!!

Our partners- WeeCycle need YOUR HIGH SCHOOLERS' help!

WeeCycle, a Colorado based nonprofit that connects families in need to essential baby gear, is excited to announce we are launching our first Youth Advisory Board! We are looking for 8-12 inspired, motivated, and creative high school students to attend 7 meetings (and one graduation!) at WeeCycle throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Youth Advisory Board members will be involved in the inner-workings of a nonprofit organization by planning and hosting their own gear drives and fundraiser, completing volunteer hours at WeeCycle, and learning how a nonprofit functions on a day-to-day basis.

The application portal is open now through August 30th, and the first meeting will take place on September 26th. Applicants can expect to hear back about their acceptance status in early September. Learn more and apply today at: https://forms.gle/65ydiPV35Jp8dpqDA

08/09/2024

We are pleased to announce that our practice is now accepting Kaiser commercial PPO plans!

(We are still NOT accepting HMO and Kaiser Medicaid at this time)

To verify network coverage please contact your local Kaiser representative.

To schedule New Patient appointments please call:

Parker- 303-471-5060
Denver- 303-757-6418

08/08/2024

Good Morning,

Our Parker Location is experiencing a power outage that is affecting both our locations phones and internet. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.

Thanks,
SEDP Team

08/05/2024

Good Morning. Southeast Denver Pediatrics is currently experiencing technical issues with both our phones and our internet. At the moment, we are working to get it corrected as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

08/02/2024

📅 Summer is a great time to get your young athlete’s sports physical complete so they’re ready to compete when school begins.

Give us a call to find a a day and time that works best for you!

https://southeastdenverpediatrics.com/Services/Other-Services

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07/26/2024

🌟✨ Move beyond the 2-hour media time limit! 📱📺

Explore the comprehensive 5 C's of media use, designed to enhance your approach to your child's screen time. These five pillars include focusing on the child's needs, selecting the right content, employing calming strategies, finding a healthy media balance, and maintaining continuous communication. Dive deeper into these strategies and learn how to use them effectively to enhance your family's media experience.

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/kids-and-screen-time-how-to-use-the-5-cs-of-media-guidance.aspx

07/18/2024

Attention moms to be: come see us at Bumps and Babies at Skyridge Medical Center on 9/14 from 9am - 12pm and enter for a chance to win our giveaway basket valued at over $200!

Bumps and Babies Giveaway Basket Items:

• $100 Target gift card 
• Two Swaddle me sleep sacks
• Bath thermometer
• Water bottle for mom
• The Very Hungry Caterpillar sensory book
• Neilmed nasal aspirator
• Burp cloths
• Wub-a-nub pacifier
• Nail trimmer
• Thermometer
• Vitamin D infant drops
• Infant Tylenol
• Biogaia probiotic drop sample
• Boogie wipes
• Lactation Counseling brochure for SEDP
• Diaper organizer basket
• Cerave baby wash, lotion, healing ointment samples

07/18/2024

Join us in supporting WeeCycle- a local non-profit that provides essential baby gear to Colorado families in need!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 3rd and come rock out with us at Together “Wee” Rock, a family-friendly concert event at Levitt Pavilion. As a special thank you, our clients and customers can enjoy 50% off tickets when purchased before July 26th using code SDP50. Don’t forget to enter the code for both adult and children’s tickets to get the full discount!

Your ticket includes access to the private WeeCycle party patio with food, drinks and kid-friendly entertainment. It’s all for a great cause- every dollar raised goes towards supporting Colorado families! Get your tickets today!

http://weecycle.org/rock

07/06/2024

Congratulations to Dr. Erdley for being honored with the ‘Master Preceptor Award’! He is the sole recipient of this recognition in Colorado for 2024. We couldn’t be prouder! 🩺

07/06/2024

It’s time to get your well child check scheduled! We are pleased to announce that we have added openings for well-checks on Saturday mornings. For convenience, you can schedule your well-check on our website or by calling our office (303) 757-6418.

06/22/2024

Today we celebrated our dear Deja on her last day before maternity leave! With her due date coming up in the beginning of July, we’re sending all our love and best wishes for a healthy delivery. Can’t wait to welcome her baby girl into the world! 💕

06/20/2024

Our dear Dr. Hand visited The Garden Preschool & Early Learning Center this week to give a fun and informative talk about what to expect during both well-checks and sick visits at the doctor’s office! She demonstrated using her medical equipment and answered all of the kids’ curious questions. A big thank you to The Garden Preschool & Early Learning Center for this wonderful opportunity to help your children feel more at ease & confident about visiting the doctor! 🩺

06/04/2024

Celebrating the magic of Disney at SEDP! 🌟

05/31/2024

Check out this article to learn more about the benefits of eating together as a family and how to get the most out of shared meal time: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/family-dynamics/Pages/family-meals-eat-together-thrive-together.aspx (🔗 in bio)