Oberlin Road Pediatrics

01/08/2026

You may have seen some headlines lately about changes to the CDC’s vaccine schedule. We want you to hear directly from us.

Here at Oberlin Road Pediatrics, we follow the American Academy of Pediatrics vaccine schedule — the same one we trust for our own kids. It’s built on decades of solid science and has helped protect generations of children from serious illness and death.

Vaccines prevent some truly awful diseases. Because of them, kids today are safer and healthier.

Here’s what your family should know:

- Nothing has changed when it comes to access. Your child can still receive all the vaccines recommended by their pediatrician.

- Immunizations remain covered by insurance and state-supported health plans.

- The science hasn’t changed. There’s no new research behind this shift, and the evidence still strongly supports the full vaccine schedule.

We’re confused and frustrated by the sudden change — but our commitment hasn’t changed at all. We’re here to look out for your kids, just like we always have.

01/03/2026

How to help teens navigate feelings around their changing bodies

12/30/2025

In a collision, the force can compress the coat and create slack in the harness. It’s therefore safest to remove warm, puffy coats before buckling your child into their car seat. Here are some tips for staying warm in the car—even without that cozy coat! ❄️☃️🧤

1. Dress your child in thin, snug layers— like a sweater or fleece. Hats and gloves are okay!

2. Ensure the harness is tight enough with the “pinch test:” if you can pinch the strap, it’s too loose.

3. Once buckled, put the coat on backwards on top of the harness or secure a blanket over your child’s legs for warmth. (For infants, avoid any loose blankets or coats that could cover their face while you’re driving!)

4. Warm up the car prior to loading up to reduce the need for layers.

If you aren’t sure about the safety of your child’s car seat or cold weather clothing, we’re always here to help! Give us a call or ask us to check your seat at the next check up!

12/09/2025

11/26/2025

Great toddler book: Dear Zoo!

Reading to toddlers has so many benefits: accelerated speech development, improved listening skills, parent bonding. But it can also be quite challenging to read a whole book to a wiggly child! Here are some tips for reading to active little ones:

📕Keep sessions short! Quick board books are most ideal
📗Select interactive books with textures and hidden pictures. Dear Zoo is one of my favorites! You can make guessing the animals into a game, yell your best animal sounds and practice fine motor skills by lifting the flaps!
📘Choose the right time of day when focus will be most ideal. A hungry or sleepy child won’t enjoy a book quite as much!
📙Select books with a cadence or repetitive phrase. Silly books are more fun—and your toddler may memorize the repeated words!

What are some favorite books at your house?! ❤️📚

11/26/2025

We vaccinate against Pertussis in infancy at 2 months, 4 months and 6 months. Prior to that, we rely on maternal Tdap protection *and* herd immunity to protect vulnerable babies. Outbreaks like these are a scary reminder of how valuable Pertussis vaccination is for our communities. Our thoughts are with the affected families.

11/21/2025

11/21/2025

AAP President Dr. Susan J. Kressly responds to the recent changes on the CDC’s website - “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has been changed to promote false information suggesting vaccines cause autism. Since 1998, independent researchers across seven countries have conducted more than 40 high-quality studies involving over 5.6 million people. The conclusion is clear and unambiguous: There’s no link between vaccines and autism. Anyone repeating this harmful myth is misinformed or intentionally trying to mislead parents.

We call on the CDC to stop wasting government resources to amplify false claims that sow doubt in one of the best tools we have to keep children healthy and thriving: routine immunizations. The American Academy of Pediatrics stands with members of the autism community who have asked for support in stopping this rumor from spreading any further."

11/21/2025

Combination vaccines safely protect kids from multiple diseases with fewer shots, helping families stay on schedule and reducing stress without compromising immune response.

10/11/2025

Dr. Hailey Nelson joins us for this special Halloween-themed episode. They dive into key safety topics including pedestrian safety during trick-or-treating, selecting costumes that are both festive and functional, and setting boundaries for preteens and teens heading out with friends. They also prov...

10/05/2025

This Life Kit podcast episode "How to talk toddler" is a wonderful listen! Great for anyone that has a 18 month to 5 year old.

Podcast Episode · Life Kit: Parenting · 10/02/2025 · 27m

09/27/2025

​Autism is a complex complex neurodevelopmental condition that varies widely in how it affects children. It is increasingly linked to genetics, but there is no single reason why some children have autism. Individualized plans, often involving a combination of developmental, behavioral, educational...