Meadowbrook Pediatrics, P.C.

10/10/2025

Measles is one of the most contagious diseases in the world and babies are especially at risk for severe symptoms. Thankfully, the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and very effective at preventing it. The AAP and CDC recommend children receive the first dose of the MMR vaccine between 12 to 16 months of age. But what if your baby is too young to be vaccinated? How can you keep them safe from measles and should they be vaccinated early? We answer all your questions about babies, measles, and the MMR vaccine.

For more information: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Protecting-Your-Baby-from-a-Measles-Outbreak-FAQs.aspx

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10/09/2025

Kids can be allergic to many different foods. The most common in kids are milk, eggs, and peanuts. Learn more: https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/top-food-allergens/

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10/09/2025

10/08/2025

Reading aloud with children can create strong bonds with loved ones and helps your child develop and learn. A child with vision loss may have difficulty seeing pictures on a page or reading words, but your child will enjoy cuddling with you and hearing an interesting story. Feeling textures on a page can prepare your child for learning Braille. Work together with your child’s therapists and teachers to learn how reading can help with motor skills, development of speech and language, and play. Over time, reading aloud can help motor skills, speech and language development, and play.

If you find reading with your child challenging, consider using these tips during your next reading session together:
1. Clap your hands and help your child clap along to the rhythm of the words.
2. Choose books that help your child learn parts of their body.
3. Talk about the pictures while you read the text.
4. Find books that have textures, pop-ups, or raised soft shapes. Name the shapes.
5. Try books with buttons that make a sound when pushed.
6. For a child with little or no sight, help the child become familiar with Braille. Use early Braille books or twin vision books with pictures, print, or Braille.
7. Read where there is plenty of light to help your child see the page.

All information provided by Reach Out and Read — https://fb.com/reachoutandread

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10/07/2025

Safe to Sleep® Tip: Do not let your baby get too hot during sleep. Research links increased SIDS risk with too many layers of clothing or blankets, and with higher room temperature.

Learn more about safe infant sleep at https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

All information provided by Safe to Sleep®; Eunice Kennedy Shriver NICHD — https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

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10/07/2025

October is National Bullying Prevention Month and autistic children are more likely to experience bullying than their neurotypical peers. We have compiled resources for families to combat bullying.

All information provided by Autism Speaks - https://www.facebook.com/autismspeaks

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10/03/2025

DEFINING SAFE SLEEP: ROOM SHARING — Parents should share their room with baby. In the parents' room, baby should be close to the bed, but on a separate surface designed for infants, ideally for baby's first year, but at least for the first 6 months.

Learn more about safe infant sleep at https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov

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10/02/2025

Safety and injury prevention for young children involves making sure children have safe places to grow and learn, protecting children from danger, and teaching children what to do to be safe. When children are safe, they are more likely to be injury-free, focus on learning, and explore new situations with confidence. Use these safety tips for outside play next time you and your child are outside playing.

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10/01/2025

Over 4 million U.S. children (under 18 years of age) are now affected by food allergies. That’s roughly two in every classroom. https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/

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09/30/2025

The science behind the baby and toddler brain is why ZERO TO THREE focuses intently on improving the quality of life for young children. Let's uncover some key facts about the remarkable and evolving brain during the initial three years of life—learn more: https://bit.ly/3PNw8py

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09/30/2025

A child’s mental health affects their ability to understand and share feelings, have close and positive relationships, and explore and learn. Review this guide to better your understanding of childhood mental health and what you can do as a parent to strengthen your child’s mental health.

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