SmartStart Pediatrics

01/09/2026

Another post related recent vaccine news. Very straight forward and honest. From a local source we trust. As always please feel free to call and discuss any questions you might have.

This update recommends fewer routine vaccines (11) for some children than in past years (17). News like this can raise questions and worries for parents and caregivers.

01/06/2026

12/15/2025

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

Screens aren’t the enemy — but balance matters. Many parents are unsure what 'healthy screen time' actually looks like for different ages. This visual breaks it down simply, so you can make informed choices that support your child’s wellbeing.

Remember: it’s not just how long a child is online, but how they’re using screens, how regulated they are before and after, and how supported they feel in between.

Use this guide as a starting point, not a strict rulebook — every young person’s needs are different.
What feels realistic for your family right now?

11/12/2025

We've gotten some calls regarding this recall. It is very unlikely that parents will need to worry about this, but please call with any questions or concerns.

10/31/2025

It’s fun to work with fun people! Have a safe and happy Halloween!!🎃👻It’s always a zoo at SmartStart

10/08/2025

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Fall is here and unfortunately all the nasty seasonal viruses are here, too. Here’s a simple flow chart to help you determine when your child needs to stay home from school. Most kids with a cold or stomach bug will recover on their own with some extra rest and fluids and do not need to be seen by a doctor, but you should call your pediatrician right away if your child has difficulty breathing, blue lips or nails, extreme fatigue, or is showing signs of dehydration. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Xvdwjh

10/08/2025

Fall is here and unfortunately all the nasty seasonal viruses are here, too. Here’s a simple flow chart to help you determine when your child needs to stay home from school. Most kids with a cold or stomach bug will recover on their own with some extra rest and fluids and do not need to be seen by a doctor, but you should call your pediatrician right away if your child has difficulty breathing, blue lips or nails, extreme fatigue, or is showing signs of dehydration. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Xvdwjh

09/30/2025

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A Question - Poems of Parenting

09/23/2025

Please refer to the GPD guide for e-bike and motor-driven cycle laws. Be advised that there are new laws in effect beginning 10/01/2025. Let’s all work together to keep our kids safe this fall!

09/17/2025

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Details from meetings relating to vaccines will be in the news again this week. Here is an explanation of what VAERS is ... how its information is collected and how it is meant to be utilized.