Reston Pediatrics

[10/20/21]   We are holding our 2nd Flu Clinic on Tuesday, November 9th. Appointments starting at 5:15 pm and booked consecutively.
Call now for an appointment! (703) 450-8660 option 2.

[09/24/21]   ANNOUNCEMENT: We are holding our first flu clinic for the season on the evening of Tuesday, October 12th! Call now for an appointment! (703) 450-8660 option 2.

Self-Soothing: Help Your Baby Learn This Life Skill

Self-Soothing: Help Your Baby Learn This Life Skill In discussions about helping babies learn to fall asleep on their own, you may hear "self-soothing" mentioned a lot. The term can sometimes be interpreted as a parent making a baby "cry it out" or ignoring their cries. This is absolutely not true.

[09/15/21]   Flu shots are now available!
REMINDER: patient must be up to date on their wellness check to receive a flu shot. Flu shots are recommended for all patients aged 6 months or older.
Call for an appointment at 703-450-8660 opt 2

My partner and I got COVID-19 vaccines while I was pregnant, but is it safe for our newborn to be around unvaccinated people?

My partner and I got COVID-19 vaccines while I was pregnant, but is it safe for our newborn to be around unvaccinated people? Getting the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy helps expectant mothers build important antibodies to protect themselves and also pass along to their baby. This may lower a newborn's risk of COVID-19 infection. Still, as neonatologist Shetal Shah, MD, FAAP, explains, it's important to take common sens...

[09/06/21]   We are closed today in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen tomorrow at 7:30 am. Please call us for urgent care advice.

[09/03/21]   We will be closed on Monday, September 6th in observance of Labor Day.
Please call 703-450-8660 for urgent care advice.

Yup, End-Of-Summer Tantrum Season Is Here, And It's No Fun

Yup, End-Of-Summer Tantrum Season Is Here, And It's No Fun Your kid isn't the only one losing their mind now that school has started or is about to. Here's what parents can do to help.

[08/26/21]   Our internet and phones are down. Please leave us a voicemail and somebody from our office will reach out to assist you.
Thank you for your understanding as we try and resolve this issue.

How to Have a Telehealth Visit from College

How to Have a Telehealth Visit from College

Extreme Heat: Keeping Kids Safe When Temperatures Soar

When weather conditions do not pose a health risk, playing and exercising outside boosts a child's physical and mental health in many ways. However, a heat index at or above 90°F, as identified by the National Weather Service, poses a significant health risk.

High temperatures and extreme heat can cause children to become sick very quickly in several ways. It can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat stroke, which is a medical emergency. High heat can also contribute to irritability both for children and their caregivers. And with extreme heat increasing in areas of the United States due to climate change, "eco-anxiety" can cause emotional distress.

To protect your child from the heat as much as possible, watch for symptoms, and call your pediatrician if you see any develop.

Extreme Heat: Keeping Kids Safe When Temperatures Soar Extreme heat can cause children to become sick in several ways. Make sure to protect your child from the heat as much as possible, watch for symptoms, and call your doctor if you see any develop.

It’s National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week! Deciding to breastfeed can give your baby the best possible start in life. Your pediatrician is a great resource for information and support on breastfeeding! https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/breastfeeding/Pages/Why-Breastfeed.aspx #WBW2021 #NBM21

Healthy Sleep Habits: How Many Hours Does Your Child Need?

Healthy Sleep Habits: How Many Hours Does Your Child Need?

Is it safe for my baby to travel in a car seat a few hours at a time?

With vaccines easing the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of families are planning trips again. But since younger children can't get the vaccines yet, many parents are opting for longer car rides rather than traveling on crowded planes or other public transportation.

If you're considering a road trip with your infant, here are some tips to help keep your baby safe and comfortable.

Is it safe for my baby to travel in a car seat a few hours at a time? If you’re considering a road trip with your infant, here are some tips to help keep your baby safe and comfortable. ​

We are very excited to share with you all our Best of Loudoun Award for 2021! Thanks to everyone who voted for us! We appreciate you so much!

We are very excited to share with you all our Best of Loudoun Award for 2021! Thanks to everyone who voted for us! We appreciate you so much!

Protecting Children from Extreme Heat: Information for Parents

Extreme heat is increasing in many regions of the United States due to climate change. High temperatures can cause children to become sick in several ways. Make sure to protect your child from the heat as much as possible, watch for symptoms, and call your pediatrician if you see any develop.

Protecting Children from Extreme Heat: Information for Parents Extreme heat can cause children to become sick in several ways. Make sure to protect your child from the heat as much as possible, watch for symptoms, and call your doctor if you see any develop.

[07/05/21]   We are closed today in observance of Independence Day. We hope everyone has enjoyed the holiday weekend!

[07/02/21]   We will be closed Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day.
Please call 703-450-8660 for urgent care advice.

[07/02/21]   We will be closing at 2:00 pm today, July 2nd. Please call (703) 450-8660 for urgent care advice.

[06/30/21]   We will be closing at 2 pm this Friday. Well visits will be from 7:30-12 and sick visits are available from 12:30-2. Please call for an appointment. The on-call doctor can be reached starting at 2 pm. Please call (703) 450-8660.

Reston Pediatrics updated their business hours.

Reston Pediatrics updated their business hours.

[06/11/21]   Starting next week, we will be opening at 7:30 am and closing at 5:00 pm M-F🥳

Does my unvaccinated child still have to wear a mask when the rest of the family doesn't?

New guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks indoors or outdoors in most cases. But we realize that families with children who are not yet old enough for a vaccine may find it difficult to decide what's best for everyone. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Does my unvaccinated child still have to wear a mask when the rest of the family doesn't? ask-the-pediatrician~Currently, there is no COVID vaccine for kids under age 12. Which means masks are still an important way to protect them. And since unvaccinated children can still transmit the virus to others, mask wearing protects others as well.

[05/31/21]   Good morning, we are closed today for Memorial Day. We hope everyone has had a lovely holiday weekend!

[05/28/21]   Starting the week of June 14th, we will be opening at 7:30 again! Call now to get that early well check slot before they fill up!

[05/28/21]   We will be closed on Monday, May 31st in observance of Memorial Day. Please call 703-450-8660 for urgent care advice.

[05/26/21]   The office will be closed today from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. If you leave a voicemail, we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Attention RPA Family:

Dr. Rodrigues and his family are relocating to Florida this summer. His last day with us will be June 4th. Thank you Dr. Rodrigues for everything you have done for your patients and for this practice. We will miss you very much and we wish you nothing but the best on your new adventure in sunny Florida.

Please feel free to leave a message for Dr. Rodrigues in the comments below or you can email the message to [email protected] and we will be sure to pass the message along to him.

Attention RPA Family:

Dr. Rodrigues and his family are relocating to Florida this summer. His last day with us will be June 4th. Thank you Dr. Rodrigues for everything you have done for your patients and for this practice. We will miss you very much and we wish you nothing but the best on your new adventure in sunny Florida.

Please feel free to leave a message for Dr. Rodrigues in the comments below or you can email the message to [email protected] and we will be sure to pass the message along to him.

[05/13/21]   Most offices do not yet have access to the vaccine. To schedule an appointment for children 12+ please go to:

loudoun.gov/COVID19vaccine for Loudoun County residents and

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/novel-coronavirus/vaccine/registration for Fairfax County residents.

You can also schedule with your local pharmacy on their website.

[05/12/21]   Starting next week on Monday, May 17th, we will be amending our daily schedule slightly:

Specified WELL HOURS will be from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday - Friday.

We will see both WELL and SICK from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday. We will be separating patients based on the type of appointment scheduled with our separate waiting rooms.

Please call our office with any questions.

www.vdh.virginia.gov

There have been recent changes in the vaccine requirements for school per the VDH.

See specifics at the link below:
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/

Give our office a call if you have a question on your child's immunization status!

www.vdh.virginia.gov

5 Superpowers You Can Give Your Children

5 Superpowers You Can Give Your Children Staying caught up on all your child's immunizations is one of the most powerful ways you can shield your child from a variety of dangerous, infectious diseases. They train your child's immune system to stop a variety of villainous germs that once sickened and killed thousands of people each year.  ...

When can children get the COVID-19 vaccine?

With vaccines now available to protect against COVID-19, we've made a big step toward ending the pandemic.

Three vaccines have received emergency use authorization for adults, and one can also be given to teens age 16 and up. A vaccine maker recently asked the U.S. Food & Drug Administration to extend its vaccine authorization for children as young as age 12, and clinical trials are now starting in children as young as six months old.

Research shows the vaccines are remarkably effective and safe. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) urges teens and adults to get the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as it is available to them. This is especially important with a rise in cases caused by variant strains of the virus, which seem to be more contagious.

When can children get the COVID-19 vaccine? Before COVID-19 vaccines becomes available for teens younger than 16 and children, clinical trials need to be completed. The AAP is calling for research to be expanded now so that it may be possible to have a vaccine for at least some age groups of children and adolescents before the next school yea...

Got kids in sports? Make sure they are properly hydrated during practice and games. Join us on May 20 for a free parent webinar and find out how! Our host and medical editor, Dr. Jennifer Shu, will talk with sports medicine pediatrician, Dr. Nailah Coleman, about the importance of healthy hydration for young athletes. https://tinyurl.com/3dd39beh

The Science Behind the COVID-19 Vaccine: Parent FAQs

The Science Behind the COVID-19 Vaccine: Parent FAQs The American Academy of Pediatrics answers questions parents may have about the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn how it safely teaches your child’s immune system to recognize and fight the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.