Purely Pediatrics

03/16/2026

Coughs can become lengthy in little ones, causing parental distress.

Viral coughs are the most common reason for persistent coughs in children.

This is an excellent video detailing causes for persistent coughs and some red flags to watch for.

03/14/2026

03/12/2026

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03/07/2026

My boys have been on the ice since they were very little.

Many may not know that hockey has been a large part of our lives for many years, including the school and travel circuits.

Weekends have generally been hockey, whether it be practice, games, or tournaments.

Many times, I would be answering calls and texts from the hockey rink.

Ultimately, seeing both of my sons play together on the Varsity team this season for Lew-Port was an amazing gift.

Two defensemen together on the ice, finally.

My oldest son has completed his hockey career this season knowing how to be an amazing teammate, a hard worker for the team, and to show up for the team.

He loved his time on the ice, grew up with his friends on the ice, and found success that follows with hard work and practice.

Although I have not been able to make every game, they know I am their biggest cheerleader on and off of the ice.

What has been most important is that they have loved to be on the ice and have always chosen to be there.

Now, we are onto lacrosse season, but hockey season will always hold a special place in my heart.

My youngest son still has some time left on that ice, and I intend to enjoy that with him.

Time goes by so very fast with our kids.

Take each game, practice, competition, and recital at a time.

Love what they love, and be there to catch them during the tough lessons and defeats.

Learning to get right back up is one of the most important lessons they can take away from all of this. 💗🏒.

02/24/2026

I was just thinking about this the other day.

Trying to hold onto the current version of our kids brings us to new versions before we even realize it.

I find myself staring at my boys (and driving them crazy) more and more, telling them that I am allowed to stare at them as their mom 😉.

I know this is how it is supposed to be.

Don’t be afraid to open those bedroom doors to ask them about their day.

Notice anything new they have in their room, as it can lead to conversation.

Accept the eye rolls and the smirks.

This is all part of the current version.

Soon enough, they will cherish you as their parent, and ask you about your day.

For now, sit in that front row and be an active participant in the transition.

It is truly an incredible story.

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02/22/2026

I always tell my sons how important the defense is in a game. The goalie and defensive lines can hold the key. Defensive positions often miss out on the glory, but never stop reminding them just how important their efforts are out on that ice. Team USA men’s and women’s teams, we are so proud to call you ours! ❤️.

02/20/2026

Truly incredible ❤️

If you’re pregnant with a girl…
you’re holding generations at once.

Baby girls are born
with all the eggs they’ll ever have.
Which means inside you
is not just your daughter
you’re carrying her future children too.

The babies she may one day hold.
The laughter, the love, the life
that hasn’t even begun yet…
all quietly resting inside you.

Three generations.
One body.
One sacred moment in time.

A mother.
A daughter.
And the possibility
of a grandchild.

Life is already weaving
a future you can’t see,
touch, or imagine yet
but it’s there.

Soft.
Silent.
Sacred.

02/17/2026

When a mother comes into our office in tears because she recently found out that she is expecting again and is afraid that this new sibling will negatively impact her older child, I always think about my sisters and smile.

I believe there are no ‘accidents’ in this life.

We are right where we are meant to be in this moment.

Sometimes that may mean we share a life with siblings.

I couldn’t be more grateful for mine ❤️

02/01/2026

Mealtime can be such a source of anxiety for parents, particularly with infants just starting to eat solids.

Although many parents feel most comfortable feeding purées, it is important for oral motor and jaw development to allow for chewing motion by providing soft solid foods.

Solid Starts is an incredible site that provides helpful advice for parents as they start the journey of feeding with their little ones.

Knowing how to safely introduce solids can allow parents the ability to move forward with a variety of foods that their little ones can experience.

Feeding involves so much more than consumption.

Touch, smell, taste, sight are all so important for our children to experience during seated mealtimes.

Providing a variety of textures, sizes, colors, and tastes sets our children up for success with feeding.

Most importantly, know that gagging is normal during the early months of feeding.

When your little one is able to be seated in a high chair and is reaching out for your foods around 6 months of age, this wonderful journey of feeding can begin!

Remember, don’t take their opinions about food too seriously. They are developing their taste buds with every new taste.

If you never provide them the opportunity to experience a variety of textures and tastes, they will never know just how enjoyable it is to try new foods.

Allowing your little one to be a ‘foodie’ is our goal❤️

01/31/2026

Sometimes a well visit ends with a trade of Pokémon cards ☺️.

During this visit, Taylor couldn’t get this very serious guy to commit to that trade.

He’s going to think about it when he gets home.

There is truly nothing better than being surrounded by your children all day, every day. 💕

01/26/2026

Due to the inclement weather and continued snow accumulation in Lewiston, we will be closed to keep our staff and families safe at home today. Please use your membership number for any immediate needs. Thank you for your understanding.