Kids.Healthcare PC

Kids.Healthcare PC Kids.Healthcare serves Infants, Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults in Northeast Indiana

Serving children from birth through college in Northeast Indiana since 2002.

05/27/2026

School’s out for summer ☀️ For many children, that also means losing access to regular school meals that help keep them fed throughout the week. Food insecurity becomes even more challenging during the summer months, and many families feel that gap quickly.
At Kids Healthcare, our Little Free Pantry is one small way we can help support local families and children throughout the summer ❤️ Caring for kids means caring for our community too, and it’s important that we all work together to help bridge the gap when families are in need.
Take what you need, leave what you can, and help us care for our community together.

🕷️ Tick Bite Tips for Parents 🕷️With warmer weather comes more time outdoors and more tick exposure. Most tick bites are...
05/26/2026

🕷️ Tick Bite Tips for Parents 🕷️

With warmer weather comes more time outdoors and more tick exposure. Most tick bites are harmless, but it’s important to know what to watch for.

✅ After playing outside:
• Check your child’s scalp, behind ears, armpits, groin, and behind knees
• Shower after outdoor activities when possible
• Wash clothing in hot water after wooded or grassy outings

✅ If you find a tick:
• Remove it promptly with fine-tipped tweezers
• Grasp close to the skin and pull straight out
• Clean the area with soap and water

Watch for symptoms in the days to weeks after a bite, including:
⚠️ Fever
⚠️ Rash
⚠️ Fatigue
⚠️ Joint pain
⚠️ Expanding redness around the bite

Not every tick carries disease, and most bites do NOT require antibiotics. However, if symptoms develop or you have concerns, contact our office.

Outdoor play is important and a little prevention helps kids stay safe while enjoying summer fun! ☀️🌳

🩸 Could Your Child Have Anemia? 🩸Anemia happens when the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxyg...
05/18/2026

🩸 Could Your Child Have Anemia? 🩸

Anemia happens when the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body. It’s more common in children than many parents realize, especially during times of rapid growth like infancy and adolescence.

Some common signs of anemia may include:
• Fatigue or low energy
• Pale skin or lips
• Irritability
• Headaches or dizziness
• Poor focus or trouble concentrating
• Feeling weak or tiring easily

Iron deficiency is one of the most common causes of anemia in kids, and in many cases it can be treated and prevented with proper nutrition and medical care.

Ways to help prevent iron deficiency:
🥩 Offer iron-rich foods like meats, beans, iron-fortified cereals, and leafy greens
🍊 Pair iron-rich foods with vitamin C to improve absorption
🥛 Limit excessive milk intake in toddlers
👩‍⚕️ Keep up with routine well visits and screenings

If your child seems unusually tired, pale, or isn’t acting like themselves, talk with one of our providers.

Healthy kids start with healthy nutrition and early detection. ❤️

🚗 Car Seat Safety Matters at Every Age 🚗One of the best ways to protect your child on the road is making sure they are u...
05/14/2026

🚗 Car Seat Safety Matters at Every Age 🚗

One of the best ways to protect your child on the road is making sure they are using the right car seat — and using it correctly.

Here are a few important reminders for families:
👶 Infants and toddlers should ride rear-facing as long as possible within the seat’s height and weight limits.
🧒 Children should stay in a harnessed forward-facing seat until they outgrow it.
🚙 Booster seats are needed until the vehicle seat belt fits properly — usually when a child is about 4’9” tall.
🪑 All children under 13 years old should ride in the back seat.
✔️ Always check that straps are snug and the seat is properly installed.

Many car seats are used incorrectly, even by caring parents. If you are unsure about installation, a certified car seat technician can help ensure your child is riding safely.

Every trip. Every time. Buckle up safely. ❤️

💦 Water Safety Matters for Kids of All Ages 💦As warmer weather approaches, it’s the perfect time to review important wat...
05/13/2026

💦 Water Safety Matters for Kids of All Ages 💦

As warmer weather approaches, it’s the perfect time to review important water safety habits with your family. Whether it’s a bathtub, pool, lake, or beach, drowning can happen quickly and silently.

Here are a few important reminders for parents and caregivers:
🏊 Never leave children unattended near water
👶 Stay within arm’s reach of young children
🛟 Use properly fitted life jackets around open water and while boating
☀️ Start swim lessons when your child is developmentally ready
🚪 If you have a pool, use layers of protection like a 4-sided fence with self-latching gates

Even strong swimmers still need supervision.

A few simple precautions can help keep water fun and safe all season long. 💙

Learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics here:
HealthyChildren.org Water Safety Tips

💉 Why Do Newborns Need a Vitamin K Shot? 💉Newborn babies are born with very low levels of vitamin K, an important nutrie...
05/12/2026

💉 Why Do Newborns Need a Vitamin K Shot? 💉

Newborn babies are born with very low levels of vitamin K, an important nutrient that helps blood clot and prevents dangerous bleeding. Because vitamin K does not pass easily through the placenta and babies’ intestines are still immature, newborns are at risk for a serious condition called Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB).

A single vitamin K shot given shortly after birth helps protect babies from life threatening bleeding, including bleeding in the brain or intestines. The American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended this routine newborn treatment since 1961.

✔️ Safe
✔️ Effective
✔️ One time dose
✔️ Helps prevent serious complications

If you have questions about newborn care or the vitamin K shot, talk with one of our pediatric providers at Kids.Healthcare. We are always happy to help families make informed decisions. ❤️

Learn more from the American Academy of Pediatrics here: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/prenatal/delivery-beyond/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Administration-of-Vitamin-K.aspx

Beat the end of summer rush and schedule your child’s sports physical and yearly check up today at Kids.Healthcare!Sport...
05/11/2026

Beat the end of summer rush and schedule your child’s sports physical and yearly check up today at Kids.Healthcare!

Sports physicals completed now will count for the entire 2026-2027 school year, so don’t wait until the last minute before practices and tryouts begin.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms everywhere from all of us at Kids.Healthcare 💐Being a mother is one of the ha...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms everywhere from all of us at Kids.Healthcare 💐

Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs in the world, but also one of the most rewarding. From sleepless nights and endless worries to comforting hugs, happy milestones, and unconditional love, moms give so much of themselves every single day.

Today we celebrate the strength, patience, compassion, and dedication of mothers everywhere. Thank you for all you do for your children, your families, and your communities.

We hope your day is filled with love, appreciation, and special moments with the ones who call you Mom ❤️

Happy National Nurse’s Week 💙At Kids.Healthcare, we are so grateful for the compassion, skill, and dedication our nurses...
05/06/2026

Happy National Nurse’s Week 💙

At Kids.Healthcare, we are so grateful for the compassion, skill, and dedication our nurses bring every single day. We also want to recognize and thank nurses everywhere for the incredible care you provide to children, families, and

Teen driving is a major milestone—but also a major risk 🚗Teens are nearly 3 times more likely to be in a fatal crash tha...
05/05/2026

Teen driving is a major milestone—but also a major risk 🚗

Teens are nearly 3 times more likely to be in a fatal crash than older drivers, largely due to inexperience and distraction

The good news Parents play a HUGE role in keeping teens safe behind the wheel

Here’s how to help your teen become a safer driver

🛣 Practice more than the minimum
Most teens need far more than basic driver’s ed Aim for regular practice in different conditions like rain highways and nighttime

📋 Set clear rules before they drive
Create a parent teen driving agreement including no phones, no impaired driving, and always wearing a seatbelt

👥 Limit passengers
More teens in the car increases distraction and crash risk

🌙 Restrict nighttime driving early on
Driving at night is significantly more dangerous for teens

📵 Eliminate distractions
No texting, no calls, no adjusting music while driving

🧠 Talk about decision making
Teens are still developing judgment and are more likely to take risks or underestimate danger

👩‍👧 Be a role model
Your driving habits matter more than you think

Safe driving is not just about passing a test it is about building experience judgment and lifelong habits

Nothing makes our day brighter than seeing a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from one of our amazing families!We are so incredibly grateful...
05/04/2026

Nothing makes our day brighter than seeing a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review from one of our amazing families!

We are so incredibly grateful for the trust you place in us to care for your children it truly means the world to our entire team. 💙

It has been such a joy and privilege to serve families in the Fort Wayne community over the years. Watching your kids grow and being part of their healthcare journey is why we do what we do.

Thank you for being part of the Kids.Healthcare family and for your continued support we appreciate each and every one of you!

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10160 Auburn Park Drive
Fort Wayne, IN
46825

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

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+12603274321

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