Leawood Pediatrics

03/13/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT OFFICE UPDATE – PLEASE READ 🚨

We are completing repairs to technology issues that affected our office earlier this week.

📞 PHONES WILL ROLL TO THE CHILDREN’S MERCY AFTER-HOURS LINE AT 2:00 PM TODAY

🏥 Our office will REMAIN OPEN until 5:00 PM
✅ Scheduled appointments will still be seen

⚠️ If your child needs to be seen before the weekend or you need help from our staff, please CALL US BEFORE 2:00 PM today so we can assist you while our system is active.

Thank you for your patience while we complete these repairs.

— Leawood Pediatrics

03/13/2026

⏰ Daylight Saving Time & Kids’ Sleep

When clocks “spring forward,” children may lose an hour of sleep and feel tired or cranky for a few days while their body clocks adjust. The good news: a few simple steps can help make the transition easier for the whole family.

Tips for parents:
• Gradually move bedtime earlier by 10–15 minutes in the days before the time change
• Keep a consistent bedtime routine
• Get morning sunlight and daytime activity to help reset the body clock
• Limit screens and bright lights before bed
• Make sure kids get enough sleep leading up to the change

Most children adjust within a few days when routines stay consistent.

In the United States, daylight saving time is observed by setting clocks forw​ard one hour on the second Sunday in March. Then, we set them back an hour on the first Sunday in November. While a one-hour time change may not seem like a big deal, it can take some getting used to at bedtime. Find tip...

03/12/2026

🧠 Mental Health Matters

Check in with your kids. Asking about their day can help them feel heard and supported.

Here’s how talking with your child about their feelings can help them feel safe sharing and when to ask the pediatrician for help. Find everyday parenting tips to build resilience and support mental health: learn how to talk calmly, model feelings, use words & visuals, and get proactive with menta...

03/11/2026

Due to a software failure in our office, our phones and internet are currently down. We have temporarily routed our phones to the Children’s Mercy after-hours line so families can still reach medical support if needed.

If you have an appointment scheduled today, please still come to the office as planned. We are open and able to see patients.

We will share updates as soon as our systems are restored. Thank you for your patience while we work through the issue.

03/11/2026

Our phones and internet are down. We apologize for the inconvenience.

We will update you as soon as we’re back up and running.

03/04/2026

🧠 Boost Brain Power with Rhymes

“Reading rhyming books like Dr. Seuss stories helps kids develop phonemic awareness—an essential step in learning to read! Bonus: rhymes also improve memory and listening skills. 🎵📚
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03/02/2026

📚 Healthy Reading, Happy Kids

‘The more that you read, the more things you will know.’ — Dr. Seuss 💡

Reading together strengthens your child’s language, attention, and empathy. Pick a favorite Seuss book tonight and talk about the characters’ choices! 🐱📖
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03/02/2026

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. 💙

Did you know? Early identification and intervention can make a huge difference in a child’s development.

If you ever have concerns about your child’s speech, movement, learning, or behavior — trust your instincts. You don’t have to “wait and see.”

Early support = better outcomes.
We’re here to help guide you every step of the way.

📞 Call our office to schedule a developmental screening.

02/27/2026

📚🎉 Spirit Week Starts Monday, March 3rd! 🎉📚

If you see our staff wearing silly hats, crazy socks, lots of green, or even dressed up as what we wanted to be when we grow up — don’t worry… we haven’t lost it! 😄

We’re celebrating Spirit Week all week long starting Monday, March 3rd! It’s a fun way for us to celebrate reading, imagination, and all the BIG dreams our kiddos have.

We can’t wait to join in the fun with our patients — and we’d love to see your outfits too! 💛✨

Stay tuned for our daily themes!

02/27/2026

🌬️💙 Help Your Child Breathe Easy! 💙🌬️

Asthma is common in kids, and knowing what triggers symptoms can help keep your child active and healthy. Common triggers include:

Colds & viral infections 🤧

Smoke, pollution, & strong scents 🚭

Allergens like dust, pollen, pets, and mold 🐶🌸

Cold air or sudden weather changes ❄️🌬️

Exercise 🏃‍♂️

Insect stings 🐝

Stress or strong emotions 😌

✅ How to help: Limit exposure to triggers when possible, use rescue inhalers as prescribed, and follow your pediatrician’s asthma management plan.

Every child’s asthma is unique — knowing their triggers is the first step to keeping them safe, healthy, and breathing easy! 🫁💛

​Know what triggers your child’s asthma to help control symptoms and avoid an asthma flare. Learn more here.

02/26/2026

Schedules open through October!

Call or text to schedule 913-825-3627