Point Pediatrics

11/25/2025

Our office will be closed on Thurs, Nov. 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be open on Fri, Nov. 28th & Sat, Nov. 29th.

11/24/2025

Like many families, you might find the holidays a busy time. But there are millions of families and children who are struggling with having enough to eat. You can help fight hunger and give back to the community through various means. And getting your children involved is a great way to teach them empathy, kindness, and how to make a positive difference. Here are a few actions to take to help your community! 🫂

Learn how your family can make a difference in ending childhood hunger. Explore tips for volunteering, donating food, and teaching kids about empathy and community care.​

11/20/2025

Keeping children safe in and around vehicles is important! Make sure to follow these tips and remind your children of car safety. 🚘

11/19/2025

Does your child's school have a new phone policy starting this year? 📲 Many schools now ask students to keep phones away from classes. You might have concerns about not being able to reach your child or concerns about your child being too addicted to their phones. Here are some tips to follow!

"Most phones and devices have tools to help manage screen time. Through digital wellbeing, screen time or family pairing settings, you can set downtime or do-not-disturb options. Instead of seeing it as a restriction on your family's screen time, treat it as protecting activities that matter to you, where you want to be fully present. Remind your kids that tech companies don't need (or deserve) to have access to us every waking minute of the day!"

11/18/2025

Is your baby ready for shoes? When babies are only able to stand or take a few steps, they're not ready for shoes just yet. Giving your shoes too early may make learning how to walk a little bit harder, because they limit the baby’s foot movement. 👶

Babies can start wearing shoes when they're walking. In the meantime, if your baby's feet are cold, you can give them socks.

👉 To learn about what to look for in baby shoes, check out this link!

Wondering when to introduce shoes for your baby? Learn the best time to start and how to choose shoes that support Baby's development.

11/14/2025

🚨 The FDA announced that families should stop using all ByHeart formula immediately due to a multi-state outbreak of botulism. Read more here.

Do not use recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. FDA’s Investigation is ongoing.

11/12/2025

It's the cold and flu season! 🤧 If your baby is sick, they can't blow their own nose and will need your help. Keeping their nose clear makes it easier for them to breathe, sleep, and feed. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you clean that little one's nose safely.

Got a snotty or stuffy infant? Learn safe steps for cleaning Baby’s nose with a bulb syringe or nasal aspirator, plus tips to ease congestion at home.

11/11/2025

Thank you to all of our veterans! 🇺🇸

11/06/2025

Has your child been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If so, managing their blood sugar and following a healthy lifestyle are key to managing this chronic condition. We recommend checking out this guide for tips on how to manage your child's glucose levels. 👇

"Glucose will build up in the blood if it cannot be used by the cells. High blood glucose levels can damage many parts of the body, such as the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart.

Your child's blood glucose levels may need to be checked on a regular schedule to make sure the levels do not get too high. Your child's doctor will tell you what your child's blood glucose level should be.

You and your child will need to learn how to use a glucose meter. Blood glucose levels can be quickly and easily measured using a glucose meter. First, a lancet is used to prick the skin; then a drop of blood from your child's finger is placed on a test strip that is inserted into the meter."

​Children with type 2 diabetes can live a healthy life. If your child has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, your child's doctor will talk with you about the importance of lifestyle and medication in keeping your child's blood glucose (blood sugar) levels under control.

11/05/2025

November is ! Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in children and teens. It occurs when the body cannot make enough of the hormone insulin, which is needed for the glucose to move from the bloodstream into the cells throughout the body for energy.

👉To learn about the signs of Type 1 diabetes, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated, check out this guide!

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a disease caused by a lack of insulin. Insulin is needed to allow sugar to move from the bloodstream into the cells to be used for energy. In this article, pediatric endocrinologists describe symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of T1D in children and teens. 

11/04/2025

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11/04/2025

We know Optum is closing all its NJ medical practices, including pediatric offices. We welcome Optum families in search of a new medical home. We are conveniently located in Point Pleasant with office hours Monday-Saturday and a board-certified pediatrician always on-call! ⚕

🔗 Visit our website: https://www.pointpediatrics.com/

Point Pediatrics partners with families to provide evidence based medicine with an emphasis on safety