Leawood Pediatrics

04/30/2026

Parent Tip 💙

04/29/2026

Big feelings are normal — and kids don’t always need us to fix them right away. 💙

When your child is upset, staying calm, holding the boundary, and helping them feel safe can go a long way. Validating feelings while staying consistent teaches children emotional regulation, confidence, and trust.

Gentle reminder: calm + connection + consistency = powerful parenting. 🫶

Podcast Episode · Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled · April 21 · 27m

04/27/2026

🌼 Sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses can be signs of seasonal allergies in kids. Common triggers include pollen, dust, pets, and mold. If your child has ongoing symptoms, we’re here to help them feel their best this allergy season! 💙

​Children get allergies from coming into contact with allergens. Allergens can be inhaled, eaten, or injected (from stings or medicine) or they can come into contact with the skin. Here are tips to help your child with allergies.

04/23/2026

📚🌍 Happy World Book Day! 🌍📚

If you’ve been in our office, you may have noticed something special—our little patients go home with books at their visits from newborn through age 6 💚

Reading together helps build language, imagination, and connection, and we love being part of that journey with your family.

A big shoutout to Nurse Tiffany, who keeps all of our books organized and ready to share with your kiddos—we couldn’t do it without her! 🙌

What’s your child’s favorite book right now? Tell us below 👇

04/22/2026

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day from Leawood Pediatrics! 💚🌎

Today is a wonderful reminder that caring for our planet is part of caring for our children’s future. Small steps can make a big difference—whether it’s spending more time outdoors, reducing waste, planting a tree, or teaching kids to love and respect nature. 🌱

Healthy kids thrive in a healthy environment, and together we can help create a cleaner, greener world for the next generation. 🌍✨

Share with us—what are your favorite Earth Day activities as a family? 💬

04/20/2026

🤰 Come join us for a prenatal class on Wednesday, April 22!

Learn more about our clinic and meet Dr. Steele! Get a feel for how we care for our patients every step of the way. We’d love to help you feel prepared and supported as you get ready to welcome your little one 💙

Text or Call us at 913-825-3627

04/17/2026

⛈️ Important Office Update

Due to severe weather in the area, our phones will be turned off at 4 PM today and will roll over to Children’s Mercy after-hours lines.

Thank you for your understanding—please stay safe.

04/14/2026

We are so grateful for the kind words our families share about their experiences with us! 💬💙
Your Google reviews mean the world to our team and help other families feel confident choosing us for their child’s care.

If you’ve had a great visit, we’d love for you to share your experience! ⭐
Thank you for trusting us with your little ones!

04/13/2026

Did you know allergies are caused by everyday things kids come into contact with? 🤧

Common triggers include:
🌼 Pollen
🐶 Pet dander
🛏 Dust mites
🍽 Certain foods or medications

Allergies often run in families, and the best way to manage them is by identifying and avoiding triggers when possible.

If you think your child may have allergies, we’re here to help 💙

​Children get allergies from coming into contact with allergens. Allergens can be inhaled, eaten, or injected (from stings or medicine) or they can come into contact with the skin. Here are tips to help your child with allergies.

04/10/2026

Happy National Sibling Day! 💛

We’re sharing some fun throwback photos of our staff and their siblings from when they were younger — and they are too good not to share! 😄

Now it’s your turn! Drop your favorite sibling photo in the comments below ⬇️