Le Bonheur Pediatrics

04/30/2026

Quality sleep fuels a child’s body and brain. Different phases of sleep consolidate learning and memory, drive growth hormone release, regulate cortisol and inflammation and clean out the byproducts of normal thinking. In growing brains, that cleanup and regulation are essential, says Dr. Erick Viorritto, a pediatric neurologist and sleep medicine specialist at Le Bonheur Children’s.

Quality sleep fuels a child’s body and brain. Different phases of sleep consolidate learning and memory, drive growth hormone release, regulate cortisol and inflammation and clean out the byproducts of normal thinking. In growing brains, that cleanup and regulation are essential, says Dr. Erick Vi...

04/28/2026

Change is hard for everyone. But for children, whose brains are still developing and whose sense of security depends heavily on routine, even seemingly small transitions can feel overwhelming. Katelyn Dailey, a child life specialist at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, works with children and families every day to reduce stress and build resilience.

And her insights go well beyond the hospital walls. Dailey offers the following advice for any parent or caregiver who is encountering challenges in their day-to-day life.

Change is hard for everyone. But for children, whose brains are still developing and whose sense of security depends heavily on routine, even seemingly small transitions can feel overwhelming. Katelyn Dailey, a child life specialist at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, works with children and families...

04/23/2026

Potty training is one of those milestones that can bring equal parts excitement and anxiety. Every child is different, every family is different and the process rarely goes exactly as planned.

Dr. Colby Butzon, a behavioral health consultant at Le Bonheur Pediatrics, helps families navigate this journey with less stress and more confidence. Here, she shares her expert advice.

Potty training is one of those milestones that can bring equal parts excitement and anxiety. Every child is different, every family is different and the process rarely goes exactly as planned. Dr. Colby Butzon, a behavioral health consultant at Le Bonheur Pediatrics, helps families navigate this jou...

04/21/2026

It often starts small, like a red patch, a mysterious bump or a rash you didn’t notice the day before. In a blink, it’s itchy and irritated, leading to a visit to your child’s primary care provider.

Dr. Stephen Bauch with Le Bonheur Pediatrics breaks down what’s common and when to seek medical advice so you’re prepared when something unfamiliar pops up.

It often starts small, like a red patch, a mysterious bump or a rash you didn’t notice the day before. In a blink, it’s itchy, irritated and leads to a visit to your child’s primary care provider. Dr. Stephen Bauch, MD, with Le Bonheur Pediatrics, breaks down what’s common and when to seek m...

04/17/2026

Change is a constant in life, but for children, even positive transitions can feel confusing, overwhelming or scary. On the latest Peds Pod episode, Le Bonheur Child Life Specialist Katelyn Dailey shares how families can support kids when life shifts in big ways.

You can listen to the full episode at https://ow.ly/4y1n50YIfY4

04/15/2026

Last week, we were proud to celebrate the grand reveal of our newly renovated Le Bonheur Pediatrics Raleigh location! This refreshed space allows us to better serve our patients and families with the same compassionate, high-quality care they know and trust. Thank you to everyone who joined us to mark this exciting milestone.

04/11/2026

Yesterday, we held two celebrations marking the integration of Southaven and Olive Branch Memphis Children’s Clinic locations into the Le Bonheur Pediatrics family. We are excited to mark this new chapter as Le Bonheur expands its reach into North Mississippi.

Celebrating alongside our dedicated care teams, these events highlighted the strength of collaboration and our continued commitment to expanding access to high-quality pediatric care, close to home. We’re excited for what’s ahead and honored to serve even more families together.

This is just the first of several moments we’ll be sharing as we continue to welcome all Memphis Children's Clinic locations to Le Bonheur Pediatrics. More to come soon!

04/09/2026

Proper dental care is important for people of all ages, even among the youngest of patients. In fact, according to Dr. Craig Vinall, dental care starts in the womb.

Proper dental care is important for people of all ages, even among the youngest of patients. In fact, dental care actually starts in utero.

04/07/2026

Dr. Donald Bearden, division chief of Psychology and Behavioral Health at Le Bonheur Children's, unpacks the complexities of pathological demand avoidance (PDA). This episode of The Peds Pod Podcast explores how everyday requests can trigger anxiety in children with PDA and the effective parenting strategies that focus on emotional regulation and collaboration.

You can listen to this full podcast episode at https://ow.ly/EpoL50YEwIF

04/03/2026

We had a special guest at our Estate office today!🐰
Reminder that our offices will be closing at noon today, but open regular Saturday clinic hours tomorrow.
Hope your family has a wonderful Easter weekend!

04/02/2026

In 2025, Le Bonheur's trauma team cared for 143 patients with non-accidental traumas. The injuries ranged from brain injuries, fractures in the skull, arms, spine and legs to burns. The patients spanned across all ethnicities and races. A large portion of the patients were less than a year old. For the past three years, we have seen a steady increase in patients treated for abuse at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.

We are often left wondering, was there a point at which someone could have intervened? A relative? A friend? A neighbor? Reporting suspected abuse is mandated by law. But can we do better as a community? Research shows that promoting healthy families helps prevent child maltreatment.

We are often left wondering, was there a point at which someone could have intervened? A relative? A friend? A neighbor? Reporting suspected abuse is mandated by law.

04/01/2026

Our Le Bonheur Pediatrics Raleigh location has a fresh new look, and we’re celebrating with you!
Join us for a community celebration as we unveil our newly renovated space, created with comfort, care and kids in mind. Stop by next Wednesday, April 8 and celebrate this exciting next chapter with us!