Holland Pediatric Associates

11/22/2025

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Eating dinner together as a family has many benefits—and screens can easily crowd out that valuable family activity. Starting with just a few screen-free meals each week can help make family dinners a lasting habit. Here are some simple tips to help build a screen-free family meal routine. Learn more: https://www.aap.org/EarlyChildhoodScreenTime

11/21/2025

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently added misleading claims to its autism webpage. We want to be clear: decades of high-quality, large-scale studies show that vaccines do not cause autism. "Parents deserve peace of mind. Decades of rigorous research have shown vaccines do not cause autism," said Dr. Susan Kressly, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics. "Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect children’s health and help them thrive."

The American Academy of Pediatrics stands with members of the autism community who have asked for support in stopping this rumor from spreading any further. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rbx4FX

11/19/2025

11/14/2025

We are collaborating with Community Action House this holiday season. We have donation boxes inside the office for anyone who would like to participate with us!

11/12/2025

Please check for any recalled formula you may have at home!

The Food and Drug Administration recommended a full recall after 15 infants in 12 states had been hospitalized and treated for suspected or confirmed cases of infant botulism since mid-August.

11/12/2025

Michigan 2-1-1 provides free, confidential assistance and referrals to local food programs and support services.

Visit Mi211.org/Food-Assistance to enter your zip code. The search tool immediately provides details on food pantries and other resources in your area.

11/10/2025

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The vaccines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for use in all children do not interfere with each other and, as needed, can be safely given together during a single visit. The immunization schedule is created to ensure they are as effective as possible to protect your child fr....

11/01/2025

Do you have questions about the use of Leucovorin for patients with autism spectrum disorder? Check out this information from the AAP.

View Interim Guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics: Use of Leucovorin in Autistic Pediatric Patients

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from your HPA Family! We hope everyone has a safe and SPOOKTACULAR Halloween!! 🎃 👻

10/30/2025

Here are some tips to help your kids enjoy Halloween safely!

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/all-around/Pages/Halloween-Safety-Tips.aspxp

​Costumes, pumpkins, trick-or-treat tips and more! ​Here is a great list from the AAP for a healthy and safe Halloween.

10/29/2025

💜 Are you or someone you know in need of help finding food resources? We’re here to help💜

While our organization does not provide food directly, we want to make sure your family connects to resources that do. Some food resources for Ottawa County include:

📅 Please see the attached Mobile Food Pantry Schedule for November
🌐 Visit: FeedWM.org and hwmuw.org/211 for local food pantry listings
📱Call or text 2-1-1 for additional food assistance resources near you
🍎If you have SNAP (called FAP or Food Assistance Program in Michigan) funds from this month or prior months, visit Doubleupfoodbucks.org to learn about how you can turn $1 of FAP into $2 at participating stores and markets

If you need help finding other local resources or family support services, we’re here for you:

🌐 Visit: helpmegrowottawa.org
📩 Email: helpmegrow [at] oaisd [dot] org
📱 Call or text us: 844.233.2244

💜 You’re not alone, help is available 💜