Dr Jaime Friedman

07/19/2025

Swimmer’s ear is usually part of summer. But it doesn’t have to be! I have 2 tips to help you prevent it.

07/17/2025

When I started using social media professionally, I was building a practice. I quickly learned how important it is to be a voice for evidence based medicine and a support to families. There is so much information out there and it’s hard to know what is accurate, what isn’t, what is dangerous, and what is just a waste of money. Talking to your doctor is always a good option!

In today’s digital world, it’s very easy for parents to turn to social media to find quick answers about their child’s health. Digital influencers with large followings often share parenting tips, home remedies, and even medical advice that can appear trustworthy at first glance. But relying o...

07/14/2025

We joined SoCalMoms.com for their Eat Sleep Play event today! It was so much fun meeting new and expecting moms and talking all things sleep.
Thanks for having us!

07/07/2025

Public health means have a safe and healthy environment for everyone. That includes disease prevention and MUST be evidence based. I fear we are moving in a direction that will not only cause harm and disease but increase disparities as well.

Pediatricians like me are worried that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine advisers will make it harder for children to get the shots they need.

07/06/2025

Happy Sunday! I hope everyone had a fun and safe July 4th. I got out of town for some music and mountain air. It was an amazing, and much needed, refresh.
I’ll be back in the office tomorrow!

06/27/2025

Celebrating summer with sunglasses day!
Have a good weekend.

06/24/2025

It’s worth reviewing how to manage scary information with your children when it’s in the news.

In our connected world, it’s nearly impossible to shield children from frightening headlines or disturbing images. Whether it’s a natural disaster, violence, or other upsetting events in the news, kids often absorb more than we realize—and they may feel confused, anxious, or afraid. Some may a...

06/19/2025

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a powerful moment in history marking the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865 and more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free.

At CPCMG, we are working towards a future where every child grows up in a world that celebrates equity, dignity, and compassion. Juneteenth is a reminder of the progress made and the work still ahead in ensuring that all children and families receive the care, respect, and opportunities they deserve.

06/13/2025

We’ve been recommending limits on screen time for years. And yet we still see children as young as toddlers using screens in the office and subsequently melting down when it’s taken away.
Now a meta analysis of multiple studies confirms that exceeding the recommended limits can lead to social and emotional problems.

The study looked at nearly 300,000 children around the world.

06/12/2025

10 years ago, the LEAP study showed that early introduction of peanuts or peanut product to infants reduces the risk of developing a peanut allergy in the future. However, many parents are still withholding allergens from their babies. Take a look at how to introduce the top allergenic foods to your baby in order to build tolerance and reduce food allergies.

​Learn when and how to safely introduce common food allergens—like eggs, peanuts, and dairy—to your baby. Get expert-backed tips to help prevent food allergies and support your child’s long-term health.