Children's Mercy - Cradle Thru College Care Pediatrics

Children's Mercy - Cradle Thru College Care Pediatrics KANSAS CITY PEDIATRICIANS SERVING KANSAS CITY & METRO AREA SINCE 1947. Welcome to Cradle Thru College Care. COMFORT in an attractive, child-friendly environment.

Our office provides health care for children from birth through college. This includes monitoring each child's growth and development and providing information to parents to help them meet the challenges of these wonderful years. Our doctors, nurses and staff are dedicated to creating:

CONFIDENCE that your child will receive the very best in health care. CONVENIENCE through our location, office hours, accessible parking, nearby pharmacies, x-ray and laboratory facilities. UNDERSTANDING and open, direct communication to help you understand your child's development and health care needs. C3 Pediatrics is committed to providing the highest quality health care for children. We feel that this is best accomplished by working as a team with the parents and families of our patients.


***The information posted on this website: 1) is not medical advice, and should not be taken as medical advice; 2) should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease; and 3) is in no way meant to be a substitute for professional care. If you suspect you or your child have a health condition or medical problem, schedule an appointment or consult your child's doctor***

Teamwork makes the dream work! Last Friday, our Cradle Thru College Care crew crushed team building. The team went out t...
09/15/2025

Teamwork makes the dream work! Last Friday, our Cradle Thru College Care crew crushed team building. The team went out to lunch + an escape room adventure. We escaped with just ONE minute left on the clock!😎 Huge thanks to Tick Tock Escape Room for hosting us!

🍂 Cooler weather doesn’t mean less fun! Keep your kids active this fall with:🏞️ Nature walks⚽ Sports teams🚴‍♂️ Bike ride...
09/11/2025

🍂 Cooler weather doesn’t mean less fun! Keep your kids active this fall with:

🏞️ Nature walks
⚽ Sports teams
🚴‍♂️ Bike rides
🏠 Backyard games
🕺 Indoor dance or yoga

Active kids are happier, healthier, and ready to learn! 💙

More tips 👉 www.cradlethrucollege.com

📢 Heads-up! Our clinic will be closing early at noon on Friday, September 12th for a team-building event. 🩺💙 We’ll be ba...
09/11/2025

📢 Heads-up! Our clinic will be closing early at noon on Friday, September 12th for a team-building event. 🩺💙 We’ll be back on Monday, September 15th, refreshed and ready to care for you! ✨

09/05/2025

📚✨ We’re excited to share that Cradle Thru College Care now has a Little Free Library! ✨📚
It’s a take-a-book, leave-a-book space where families can discover new stories, swap old favorites, and inspire a love of reading in kids of all ages.
Next time you’re at the clinic, stop by, browse the shelves, and bring a story home. Don’t forget—you can also drop off gently loved books to keep the library full of new adventures for everyone. 💙
Happy reading, friends! 🌟

🍁 Fall is beautiful — but for many kids, it brings allergies! 🤧 Sneezing, itchy eyes, and stuffy noses don’t have to rui...
09/05/2025

🍁 Fall is beautiful — but for many kids, it brings allergies! 🤧

Sneezing, itchy eyes, and stuffy noses don’t have to ruin the season.

✅ Keep windows closed
✅ Wash up after outdoor play
✅ Talk to your pediatrician about relief options

Help your child breathe easy this fall! 🍂
Learn more 👉 www.cradlethrucollege.com

💉 Flu shots are now available at Cradle Thru College Care!Protect yourself and your family this flu season.📞 Call our of...
09/02/2025

💉 Flu shots are now available at Cradle Thru College Care!

Protect yourself and your family this flu season.
📞 Call our office at 816-942-5437 or
💻 Schedule easily through the patient portal.

Your health matters—let’s stay ahead of flu season together. 🍂

🕊️ Tomorrow, August 30th, is National Grief Awareness Day 🕊️Grief is a journey that touches all of us—including our chil...
08/29/2025

🕊️ Tomorrow, August 30th, is National Grief Awareness Day 🕊️
Grief is a journey that touches all of us—including our children. 💔
Our very own Ashlee has written a compassionate and informative guide to help parents support their kids through loss—whether it's the passing of a loved one, a pet, or another significant life change.
💬 In her words:
“You don’t have to have all the answers. Being present, honest, and loving is often the most important thing you can do.”
This resource covers:
✅ How children understand grief at different ages
✅ Common behaviors you might see
✅ Gentle, effective ways to support them
✅ Recommended books & when to seek help
📖 Read the full post on our website!
📍 For families in the Kansas City area, we're here to help connect you with support services.
Let’s continue to create safe spaces for children to feel, heal, and grow. 💙

🎒 Heavy backpack? Watch out for aches and pains! Keep your child comfy and strong this school year with these tips: ✅ C...
08/28/2025

🎒 Heavy backpack? Watch out for aches and pains!

Keep your child comfy and strong this school year with these tips:
✅ Choose padded, wide straps
✅ Wear both straps — no slinging over one shoulder
✅ Keep weight under 10-15% of body weight
✅ Use waist straps if available

Learn more about safe backpack habits on our blog ➡️ www.cradlethrucollege.com

😴 Still stuck in summer sleep mode?School mornings are coming fast! 📚⏰Now’s the perfect time to ease back into earlier b...
08/07/2025

😴 Still stuck in summer sleep mode?

School mornings are coming fast! 📚⏰
Now’s the perfect time to ease back into earlier bedtimes.

✅ Move bedtime 15–30 min earlier every few days
📵 Turn off screens 1 hour before bed
📖 Create a calming nighttime routine
🛏️ Aim for 9–11 hours of sleep (even teens need 8+!)

A well-rested child is a focused, happy learner 💙
Get all our tips on the blog ➡️ www.cradlethrucollege.com

📚✏️ Back-to-School = Back to the Doctor!Is your child ready for the classroom? ✅Before the school year kicks off, make s...
07/31/2025

📚✏️ Back-to-School = Back to the Doctor!
Is your child ready for the classroom? ✅

Before the school year kicks off, make sure their health is in check with this quick checklist:
🩺 Annual physical
💉 Updated vaccines
👂 Vision & hearing check
📄 School/sports forms
💊 Medication plans

A healthy start means fewer sick days and more A+ days!
📅 Appointments fill fast — schedule your checkup today!

🖱️ Read the full checklist on our blog:
👉 www.cradlethrucollege.com

You did it, KC! 🥳 We're bursting with pride to share that Cradle Thru College Care has been named Kansas City Favorites'...
07/18/2025

You did it, KC! 🥳 We're bursting with pride to share that Cradle Thru College Care has been named Kansas City Favorites' Favorite Pediatrician!

This incredible recognition is a testament to the strong bond we share with our patient families and the hard work of our compassionate team. We love serving the Kansas City community and are so thankful for your votes and ongoing support.

From all of us at Cradle Thru College Care, THANK YOU for making us your favorite! We promise to continue delivering the exceptional care your children deserve. ✨


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☀️ Stay Safe in the Summer Heat! ☀️With summer officially here, it's crucial to understand the risks of heat exhaustion,...
07/17/2025

☀️ Stay Safe in the Summer Heat! ☀️

With summer officially here, it's crucial to understand the risks of heat exhaustion, especially for our little ones.

Our very own Dr. Patel has just published a new blog post sharing vital information on:
✅ How to recognize the signs of heat exhaustion in children
✅ Essential prevention tips to keep your family cool
✅ What to do if someone experiences heat-related symptoms

Don't let the summer fun be interrupted by the heat! Read Dr. Patel's full insights to keep your kids safe and healthy all season long.

🔗 Read the Blog On Our Website!

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Kansas City, MO
64114

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