Mainstreet Pediatrics

01/29/2026

Hey parents! 👋
We’re rolling out something new 🚗
Mobile sick visits every Monday morning—because care should come to you.

The response so far has been wonderful, and we’re excited to continue caring for your kids—right at home. Let us come to you!

01/28/2026

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01/27/2026

It hasn’t felt like winter until recently, but soon things will warm up again. 😲

Only 8 more Sundays until Spring!! 🙌🏼 🌸🌻🌼 not going to lie, when I realized this, I got really excited and have been telling people all day.

01/26/2026

Other things to look forward to, during a checkup here at Mainstreet. 😊

01/22/2026

More sun light is on the way! 😍

Here comes the sun! 🌞

01/20/2026

We’re seeing the usual increase in seasonal illnesses like the flu, stomach bugs, and common viruses among kids right now. Knowing what to watch for—and when to call us—can help keep your family healthy.

Common Symptoms We’re Seeing:
• Fever or chills
• Cough, sore throat, congestion
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Fatigue, body aches
• Headache or stomach pain

When to Call MainStreet Pediatrics:
📞 Fever lasting more than 48–72 hours
📞 Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, no tears, fewer wet diapers)
📞 Trouble breathing, wheezing, or persistent cough
📞 Severe or ongoing vomiting or diarrhea
📞 Your child seems unusually sleepy, irritable, or not acting like themselves
📞 Anytime you’re unsure or concerned — we’re here to help

Help Prevent the Spread of Illness:
✔️ Wash hands often with soap and water
✔️ Keep sick children home from school and activities
✔️ Cover coughs and sneezes
✔️ Clean frequently touched surfaces
✔️ Avoid sharing cups, utensils, or towels
✔️ Stay up to date on recommended vaccines

If your child isn’t feeling well or you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support your family through sick season and beyond. 💙

01/19/2026

Snowy weather is a good time for a reminder about puffy coats in car seats. 👇❄️👇❄️👇

When traveling in the car with the kids, avoid putting them in bulky coats/snowsuits and instead safely secure the baby/child in the car seat and THEN cover with a warm blanket.

“The thing that makes puffer coats warm — that they trap air with lots of loose feathers and down — is the exact same thing that makes them dangerous in the car seat, according to pediatrician Kimberly Giuliano, MD.

When a vehicle accident is extreme, the violent force that’s created by the impact compresses the bulky coat layers and can throw a child forward against the straps. Even if the child remains in the seat they risk injury to their chest, head and neck.

“Those big bulky coats cause too much separation between the belt and the child,” Dr. Giuliano says. “In a crash, the child is at risk for slipping out from under the straps.””
*health.clevelandandclinic.org

01/18/2026

Look at this fun craft activity for today. 🥰

01/14/2026

Many newborn babies suffer from a condition called jaundice caused by high levels of bilirubin. Bilirubin is formed when red blood cells break down and are excreted by the body.

Unfortunately, some infants are not able to properly metabolize bilirubin and can develop jaundice, which needs close monitoring. Some newborns need a treatment where the bilirubin is converted to a different form, so the liver and kidneys can more easily process and excrete it.

This kind of treatment – phototherapy – involves exposure to a special kind of blue-green light. Sadly, phototherapy can negatively impact the precious time spent bonding with your newborn. It also requires frequent bilirubin checks in the clinic which can be exhausting and stressful for families.

Mainstreet Pediatrics offers a safe and non-invasive phototherapy option that can help reduce time spent receiving phototherapy treatment. The Bili-Hut is a durable, high-intensity, multi-directional bilirubin treatment bed for babies with an even quicker treatment time allowing less time spent at the clinic. 👏👏👏

Ask your provider about it today!

01/13/2026

Brain development doesn’t stop in the teen years—it continues well into the mid-20s. Ma*****na use during this time may disrupt attention, learning, memory, and emotional regulation. What feels harmless today could affect development tomorrow.

Reach out to your Mainstreet Pediatrics provider to learn more.

01/09/2026

It’s always relieving to have some answers when your littles are sick… save these reminders for those tough times.

Babies under 3 months of age with a cough, runny nose or fever should be seen by their P*P or provider.

Babies over 3 months and under 6 months, the best treatment is first making sure they stay hydrated.

Liberal use of saline in the nose - either spray or drops - every 2-3 hours or at least before every feeding will help relieve congestion and cough due to post-nasal drip.

Conservative nasal auctioning is important. Too much suctioning can make the delicate nasal tissues swell and make things worse. If the baby is not eating or drinking well, or is uninterested in the people or things that typically make them happy they should be seen by their P*P.

For older babies, the same tips above apply but they can also try some OTC (over the counter) remedies such as Zarbees or Hyland’s cold formulations.

Coughing that is so severe that causes the baby to vomit, prevents them from eating/drinking/sleeping, or are accompanied by a fever should be evaluated by a provider.

Rapid breathing which also affects their ability to drink or eat also needs immediate attention.

Of course, don’t ever hesitate to reach out if you have any additional questions for us!

Call or text us at 720-458-6543.

www.mainstreet-pediatrics.com

01/06/2026

Let’s make it an incredible year, Mainstreet family! 😍