Texas Children's Pediatrics

08/07/2025

Whatever their childhood aspirations, we sure are glad they ended up as pediatricians.

In celebration of 30 years of Texas Children’s Pediatrics, we thought we’d take a trip down memory lane and ask our providers for their old grade school pics and what they wanted to be when they grew up.

And reminder: it’s not too late to get your well-child check before your little one’s first day of school! Make an appointment at the link: http://ms.spr.ly/6184s3wyy

08/06/2025

Melatonin can be an effective sleep aid for kids—but it depends on how it’s used. 🤔

If your child occasionally has trouble sleeping through the night, a low-dose melatonin gummy can be helpful. However, if they’ve been struggling to sleep for weeks (or even months), talk with their pediatrician. They can help identify any underlying issues with your child’s sleep hygiene routine and find helpful solutions. They can even refer your child to our sleep medicine specialists, if needed.

Just remember that before giving your child any sleep aids or supplements, consult their pediatrician to ensure they’re receiving the proper dosage. 😴

08/05/2025

If your kid likes to swim, this video's for you ⬆️
Swimming's a fantastic way to beat the summer heat, but it's not without its risks (as every parent is well-aware). Listen to our trauma expert's advice on reducing waterside danger and enjoy the rest of swimming season safely 🐠

08/01/2025

30 years ago, Texas Children’s Pediatrics was born! 🥳

In the mid-1990s, Dr. Ralph Feigin reached out to a pediatrician he knew well, Dr. Morris Rosenthal, and his three brothers Dr. Paul Rosenthal, Dr. Ben Rosenthal and Dr. Harry Rosenthal, and formed the first Texas Children’s Pediatrics location in Ashford.

(Fun fact: Dr. Morris Rosenthal had been one of Texas Children’s first residents when the hospital opened in 1954!)

Keep an eye out for more posts as we celebrate Texas Children’s Pediatrics all month long! 🎉

07/31/2025

Concierge medicine offers families an enhanced level of service. Dr. Benjamin Ho of Texas Children’s Pediatrics Concierge Medicine program dives further into the benefits of this offering here: http://ms.spr.ly/6187sJOzP

07/29/2025

Not every child *loves* back-to-school season. And that’s okay. 🫶

Whether they’re nervous about starting a new school, whether they’ll make new friends or how their routine might change, there are small steps you can take now to help lessen their anxiety before their first day of class.

However, if these tips aren’t enough, consider scheduling an appointment with their pediatrician or mental health specialist. They can help get to the root of your child’s worries and offer more individualized advice.

07/26/2025

Fact: Most inhalers are only good for about a year. 😬

If your little one has asthma, make sure you schedule their next wellness visit before the new school year. Our doctors will not only check their lung health, but they’ll determine whether an inhaler prescription renewal or adjustment is needed so your child can breathe easy this school year.

You can schedule your child’s wellness visit at our link:http://ms.spr.ly/6187sGXEf. However, if your child is experiencing a flare-up of their asthma symptoms, you can also walk into any of our Texas Children's Urgent Care locations for a same-day appointment.

07/20/2025

Two mothers share their experience of having newborns who faced serious medical challenges. Now thriving, they reflect on the life-changing support they received at Texas Children’s. Learn more here: http://ms.spr.ly/6184s8oNQ

Story by Jae Malbrough

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07/17/2025

Expert ear, nose and throat specialists at Texas Children’s treat a wide range of issues. They offer technologically advanced solutions for children facing hearing loss. Read more here: http://ms.spr.ly/6184sBgb0

Story by Sam Schaffer
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Expert ear, nose and throat specialists at Texas Children’s treat a wide range of issues. They offer technologically advanced solutions for children facing hearing loss. Read more here: http://ms.spr.ly/6184sBgb0

Story by Sam Schaffer

📸 Adobe Stock

07/17/2025

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07/17/2025

The easiest eye care hack we know? Getting a breath of fresh air 👀

We know it’s hot out there, but giving your eyes something further away to focus on can help reduce the risk of Myopia (aka nearsightedness). Just be sure to use SPF and sunglasses to protect yourself from that strong Texas sun.

It's a good time to remind you to schedule your child’s optometrist appointment before the school year. And if a more pressing issue arises, we’ve got an expert ophthalmology department who can help 😎

07/14/2025

Dr. Ovadia's a pro 🥼

As a pediatrician and mother of three, Dr. Ovadia knows what's expected (and what’s not) when caring for a newborn. Listen to her tips above and know that you'll get the hang of this parenting thing quickly enough.

We're always here for any questions or concerns 👶

07/26/2023

UPDATE: Texas Children's Pediatrics Nanes will be closed on Friday, July 28. The practice will reopen on Monday, July 31 with normal hours of operation. We apologize for the inconvenience. For more information, please visit http://ms.spr.ly/618696uAo.

Texas Children's is one of the nations premier centers for pediatric health care, research, and education.

06/22/2023

UPDATE: Texas Children's Pediatrics Nanes will be closed this morning due to a power outage from last night's inclement weather. Our staff is contacting patients scheduled for today, June 22 to offer rescheduling options. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to resume normal operations for our families and patients.

06/08/2022

UPDATE: Due to building issues, Texas Children's Pediatrics Nanes will be closed today. We are actively working to contact all patients and reschedule appointments for today. We will have our nurse triage service and Telemedicine appointments available to continue to provide patient care for our families. We will continue to provide updates as they are available. For more information, please visit http://ms.spr.ly/6180bdulp.

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06/03/2022

We are continuing our Q&A series answering your COVID-19 vaccine questions. This week, learn more about vaccine scheduling for children 5 and older. See what Dr. Stanley Spinner, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Texas Children’s Pediatrics and Texas Children’s Urgent Care, has to say. For more information, visit http://ms.spr.ly/6180bZ47a.

05/02/2022

As of May 3, 2022, Texas Children’s Hospital and affiliates will begin charging patient’s insurance for administration of the COVID-19 vaccine, however patients will not be charged for the COVID-19 vaccine. This is in line with federal guidelines and industry standards.

04/15/2022

We couldn’t be more proud to host this incredible donation drive for Ukraine. All this week, we're collecting essential items (think hygiene products) as well as monetary donations. If you’re ready to help too, click the link for full details and a list of locations. http://ms.spr.ly/6180wF2XI!

02/18/2022

Recall Notice: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall for certain powdered infant formulas. This includes Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare due to reports of Cronobacter sakazakii and Salmonella Newport infections. All affected formulas should be disposed. Learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6186w3y5E

02/03/2022

All Texas Children’s Pediatrics locations in Houston, Texas will operate as normal today, February 3rd. We will continue to monitor the weather and your practice will reach out to you directly if anything changes. As a reminder, virtual visits are also available through Texas Children’s Virtual Care from 9am-11pm, seven days a week. Please call 832-822-2222 to schedule a virtual appointment. For more information, please visit http://ms.spr.ly/6187w6bFd.