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02/25/2026

❤️👶 Congenital Heart Defects: what parents should know 👶❤️

Congenital heart defects (CHD) are the most common birth defects, affecting about 1 in 100 babies. Some are mild and may resolve on their own, while others are more complex and need ongoing care or surgery.

👶 Early detection matters.
Many CHDs are seen on prenatal ultrasounds, but some aren’t obvious until after birth. That’s why newborns receive CHD screening in the nursery using a painless pulse oximetry test to check oxygen levels. This simple test can help catch serious heart conditions early, when treatment is most effective.

🚨 Know the signs:
• Rapid breathing
• Blue or gray lips or skin
• Poor feeding
• Excessive tiredness

If you notice these symptoms, your baby should be evaluated promptly.

💙 Awareness saves lives. Share this post to help more families understand CHD and the importance of newborn screening.

02/22/2026

Feeling the mid-year slump? You’re not alone! 📚💤

Around this time of year, many kids start to feel tired, bored, or unmotivated—and that’s totally normal. The good news? A few small shifts can make a big difference.

✨ Set small, achievable weekly goals
🎉 Celebrate progress (even the tiny wins!)
🧠 Mix up routines with fun study breaks, games, or hands-on learning
🏃‍♀️ Prioritize sleep, movement, and open conversations about frustrations

Remind your child that progress isn’t always a straight line, and every small step counts toward big growth! 💛

Have your kids hit the mid-year slump? What’s helped them push through? Tell us in the comments ⬇️

02/20/2026

❄️💨 Cold weather & asthma: what parents should know 💨❄️

Cold air can irritate the airways and trigger asthma symptoms in children. A few simple steps can help reduce flares this season:
🧣 Use a scarf or mask over the mouth and nose
📋 Follow your child’s asthma action plan
💊 Use pre-treatment when advised by your doctor

🚨 Call us if you notice:
• Needing the rescue inhaler more often
• Nighttime coughing
• Shortness of breath with low-impact activities

Now is a great time to review your child’s asthma action plan and make sure medications and follow-ups are up to date. Call our office—we’re here to help your child breathe easier. 💚

02/18/2026

DBP is committed the health and well being of our community, which is why we are a proud sponsor of this year’s El Paso CASA gala. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is an organization that works with abused and neglected children in the family court system to make sure that they are fairly represented and cared for. Want more info or interested in volunteering? Check out the CASA of El Paso so page for more details! 🌵🌸

02/16/2026

💛✨ Let’s clear the air: you are enough. ✨💛

Your kids don’t need a perfect mom — they need you.
You are irreplaceable, even on the days you’re tired, overwhelmed, or serving cereal for dinner. 🥣

Moms are human. That means we make mistakes, have hard days, and sometimes question ourselves, and that’s completely normal!

And a gentle reminder: “Instagram moms” aren’t real life. Filters, curated moments, and quiet houses don’t tell the full story. Real motherhood is messy, loud, loving, and beautifully imperfect, and that’s what makes it meaningful!

Take a deep breath. You’re doing better than you think. 💚

👇 What’s one thing you need to give yourself grace for today?

02/14/2026

💘 Happy Valentine’s Day from Desert Bloom Pediatrics! 💘

Today is all about love, and we’re so grateful for the trust you place in us to care for your little ones. From newborn snuggles to teen checkups, we truly love watching our patients grow, thrive, and bloom. 🌸

Thank you for being part of our Desert Bloom family. Your kids are the heart of what we do, and we feel honored to care for them every single day.

Sending lots of love, smiles, and healthy hearts this Valentine’s Day! ❤️

02/12/2026

🖤👩🏽‍⚕️ Honoring Black leaders in pediatrics 👨🏾‍⚕️🖤

Black physicians and researchers have shaped pediatric care through innovation, advocacy, and leadership. Representation in medicine matters—it builds trust, strengthens care, and helps families feel seen and heard.

✨ A few pioneers we want to highlight:

• Dr. Natalia Tanner – The first African American female physician to receive a fellowship from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

• Vivien Thomas – A brilliant surgical technician whose work helped pioneer pediatric heart surgery alongside Dr. Alfred Blalock, saving countless children’s lives despite facing immense racism.

• Dr. Doris Wethers – A hematologist and trailblazer in sickle cell disease research, whose advocacy for newborn screening transformed outcomes for children and mentored generations of Black physicians.

We honor their legacy and the continued impact of Black leaders in medicine—past, present, and future. 🤍

02/10/2026

🛡️✨ Let’s talk about kids & immunity ✨🛡️

There’s no quick fix or magic supplement to “boost” the immune system. The real immune helpers are the basics we practice every day:
✔️ Vaccines
✔️ Adequate sleep
✔️ Balanced nutrition
✔️ Good handwashing
✔️ Managing stress

It’s normal for young children to catch frequent colds. But red flags can include infections that are unusually frequent or severe, hard to clear, poor growth, or needing repeated courses of antibiotics.

Worried about your child’s immune system? Dr. Garza is here to listen, evaluate, and guide you every step of the way. 💚

📞 Call today to schedule an appointment.

02/07/2026

🦵Growing pains or something more?

Many grade school kids experience growing pains—mild leg aches that often show up at night, come and go, and don’t interfere with daily activities. The good news? They’re common and harmless.

💆‍♀️ Relief tips:
• Gentle massage
• Light stretching
• A warm bath before bed

🚨 When to call your provider:
• Pain that is persistent or getting worse
• Swelling or redness in a joint
• Limping
• Fever or unexplained bruising
• Pain that regularly wakes your child at night

These symptoms may point to something else, like juvenile arthritis, infection, or—rarely—more serious conditions.

Trust your instincts. Not sure if it’s growing pains or something more? 📞 Call today to schedule an appointment! We’re here to help. 💚

02/05/2026

One of the biggest benefits of having a medical home? Care coordination 💙

At Desert Bloom Pediatrics, we help manage your child’s care across multiple providers, specialists, and services so that everyone stays on the same page!

From helping with referrals and sharing records to following up on test results and helping families navigate appointments and resources, our team is with you every step of the way.

✨ Coordinated care means:
✔️ The right care at the right time
✔️ Less stress for families
✔️ Organized, consistent care for your child

🌵🌸

02/02/2026

🦷✨ Why do kids need fluoride? ✨🦷

Fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel and protects little teeth from cavities, keeping those smiles healthy and bright! When used the right way, fluoride toothpaste and treatments are safe and effective for children.

👶 AAP toothpaste tips:
• From first tooth to age 3: use a smear (grain-of-rice–sized) amount
• Age 3 and up: use a pea-sized amount
• Brush twice daily

Have questions about your child’s teeth or fluoride? Bring them to your next visit—we’re always happy to help guide you! 😊

01/30/2026

Is your child struggling to read? 📚💛

Dyslexia is a common learning difference that affects how the brain processes written language, but it has nothing to do with intelligence or effort.

Possible signs parents may notice ⬇️
• Difficulty sounding out words
• Slow or effortful reading
• Trouble with rhyming
• Mixing up letter order
• Avoiding reading altogether

Early signs can show up in K–2nd grade, but challenges often become more noticeable as reading demands increase in later grades.

✨ The good news: Early recognition makes a big difference. With the right support, like structured literacy programs, multisensory instruction, and targeted phonics, children with dyslexia can thrive and build confidence.

If you have concerns about your child’s reading progress, we can help guide you toward screening, school-based evaluations, and resources. 📞 Call us to schedule an appointment—we’re here to support your child every step of the way. 🌱

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1473 Lee Trevino
El Paso, TX
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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+19152809267

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http://desertbloompeds.com/

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