Smart Start Pediatrics

11/14/2025

10/31/2025

Halloween night is here and the carving competition is ON! 🔥

Swipe to meet our 5 contestants for this year: The spooky one, the funny one, the classic and the one that gives us the most chills. 🔪👻

Everyone did an amazing job, but now it’s YOUR turn to decide who wins the prize for the most creative pumpkin of the season.

Drop a comment with your favorite number (1 through 5) and tell us why it should win! 👇

10/30/2025

👻🎃 Halloween is almost here!
Let’s make sure our little superheroes, witches, and monsters stay safe (and have tons of fun!) 🕸️

A few friendly reminders:
💡 Go trick-or-treating early
🧙 Check costumes for comfort
🍬 Set candy rules before heading out
🌟 Add glow sticks or reflective tape

Wishing all El Paso families a happy and safe Halloween night! 🌙

09/25/2025

🔹 How to treat it?
Fever is a symptom, not a sickness. In most cases, it’s a healthy response to infection. But if your child is under 1 month or seems seriously unwell, always seek medical care right away.
• Use paracetamol (or ibuprofen if older than 6 months) only if your child is uncomfortable — not just to lower the number.
• Keep them hydrated, lightly dressed, and let them rest.
• It’s okay if they want to play — that’s usually a good sign!

• If your child is well-appearing, eating, drinking, and has a low-grade fever (100–101°F), you may not need to visit the pediatrician right away.
• It’s okay to wait and observe — many viruses resolve on their own, and new symptoms may help guide treatment.
• Most fevers are caused by viral infections, which do not need antibiotics.
• Seeing your pediatrician is often about making sure there’s not a bacterial infection — but most of the time, you’ll leave with just supportive care like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
• Treat your child, not just the number. If they’re uncomfortable, fever medicine can help them rest and feel better.

09/24/2025

🔹 When should you be concerned? 🤒
🚨 If your baby is under 1 month old and has a fever, go straight to the nearest emergency department.
Newborns have immature immune systems, and even minor infections can become serious fast.

Other red flags at any age:
⚠️ Fever lasting more than 3 days
⚠️ Child is very drowsy, irritable, or not drinking
⚠️ Difficulty breathing, persistent vomiting, or rash

🔹 Why you shouldn’t fear a fever🌡️
Fever itself doesn’t cause brain damage or long-term issues. It’s just a sign the body is fighting something. What matters is how your child looks and acts, not just their temperature.
⚡ Worried about febrile seizures? They can be scary but are rare (affecting about 2–5% of kids), and most have no lasting effects. Always call your doctor if one happens, but know they usually have excellent outcomes.
We will talk more about febrile seizures for our next monthly theme.

08/01/2025

Milk isn’t just milk anymore. From almond to oat to soy, plant-based alternatives are everywhere- but how do they compare to cow’s milk? 🥛

07/17/2025

🥛🐮SIP BY SIP: Your Child’s Dairy Yimeline

07/02/2025

Fueling growing bodies! 🥛 Cow’s milk is a powerhouse of essential nutrients, providing the calcium, Vitamin D, and protein your child needs for strong bones, healthy teeth, and overall development. Make sure your little ones are getting enough of this wholesome goodness!