South River Pediatrics

09/02/2025

Predictable days help children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Just like adults, kids thrive when they know what to expect! Schedules = the big picture and Routines = the steps that make it happen

Whether at home or in group care, consistent routines help children:
✅ Feel in control of their environment
✅ Build independence and confidence
✅ Engage in learning and social development
✅ Adjust to change more easily

📌 Tip: Visual schedules and gentle reminders throughout the day help children stay on track and feel secure.

Let’s build strong foundations, one routine at a time! 💙 https://loom.ly/3qu5LKM

09/01/2025

Packing a Power-Packed lunch just got easier! Use the Kid’s Healthy Eating Plate as your go-to guide for building balanced, colorful meals that fuel your child’s day:

Make smart choices and keep it fun with creative presentation
Prep ahead to save time on busy mornings
Pack super snacks to bridge the gap between meals

Healthy habits start with what’s in the lunchbox. Let’s make every bite count! 🍎🥪💧

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09/01/2025

South River Pediatrics is closed today, Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2nd, during regular business hours.

If your child experiences a medical emergency, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. For non-emergent concerns, to reach our after hours triage service, please call our offices and choose option 1

Wishing all our families a safe and relaxing holiday!

09/01/2025

✨ Back-to-school season is here and with it come the jitters for both kids and parents. New routines, worries about friends, and the “what ifs” of tomorrow can feel big.
💛 One of the best ways we can support our kids is by filling up their cup…with encouragement, connection, and love. A few simple daily rituals can ease those back-to-school worries and remind kids that no matter what the day brings, we’ll always be here to refill their cup again and again.

09/01/2025

08/28/2025

🥊 Getting a teenager out the door for school can feel like prepping a boxer for the ring, except this match happens five days a week, September through June.

Here are a few simple strategies to help your teen show up focused, energized, and ready to win the day when the morning bell rings. https://loom.ly/4o6U_GY

08/27/2025

Does your child’s school have an asthma plan in place?

From inhalers to triggers, here is how to partner with your school for safer days. https://loom.ly/N1CggVI.

08/26/2025

Did you know up to 4 in 10 children in the U.S. take medication to manage health conditions like asthma, diabetes, ADHD, and more. Many others rely on short-term prescriptions for things like seasonal allergies or lingering colds.

When kids need medication during the school day, it takes teamwork between parents, doctors, and school staff to make sure everything runs smoothly.

💊🏫 Learn how to prepare and advocate for your child: https://loom.ly/k-eopys

08/25/2025

New school year, new emotions! ✏️ If your child is feeling anxious about heading back, you're not alone. Check out the tips we have on school anxiety to help them feel more confident.

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08/25/2025

Happy First Day of School! 🎒📚

Start the year strong with these 10 simple ways to support your child’s success. It can all start at home and in the classroom. From healthy habits to daily routines, small changes can make a big difference.