Sandy Springs Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC

08/13/2025

🏃‍♀️⚽ season is here! Organized sports aren’t just fun — they’re a powerful tool for healthy growth and development, backed by pediatric research:

💓 Heart Health – Regular aerobic activity strengthens the heart muscle, improves circulation, and can lower the future risk of heart disease.
🦴 Bone Growth – Weight-bearing movements like running and jumping stimulate bone density, reducing the chance of osteoporosis later in life.
⚖️ Healthy Weight & Metabolism – Staying active helps prevent childhood obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.
🧠 Brain Benefits – Exercise boosts blood flow to the brain, supporting memory, learning, and focus. Kids who are active often show better grades and test performance.
😊 Mental Health Support – Physical activity triggers endorphins that reduce stress and improve mood, lowering symptoms of anxiety and depression.
🤝 Social & Emotional Growth – Team sports teach communication, discipline, respect, and how to handle both wins and losses.

📌 The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity daily for ages 6–17 — and organized sports are a fun, structured way to meet that goal!

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08/06/2025

🚗💡 Did you know most kids switch to booster seats too early—before age 5 or meeting weight/height limits? (AAP recommends keeping them in harness seats for as long as possible.)

👉 Curious when your child is truly ready for the booster stage?

🛑 Learn:
✅ The right age, height & weight benchmarks
✅ Common mistakes parents make
✅ How to test proper seat belt fit

Explore our full guide to keeping your kids safer in the car! 👇

🔗 https://bit.ly/BoosterSeats_ParentGuide

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Providing best-in-class Pediatric care from infancy to young adulthood; 5 Board-Certified MDs.

07/30/2025

👋 It was a pleasure visiting some of our wonderful local colleagues today and introducing the newest member of our pediatric team — Dr. Megan Fellows! 🩺🤝

If you’re looking for a new pediatrician, now’s the perfect time to book with Dr. Fellows. She starts Monday!🤗

📅 To schedule an appointment for your child, call us at 404-252-4611 or conveniently request an appointment via the 'Contact Us' form at the bottom of our homepage.

To learn more about Dr. Fellows, read her bio here:
🔗https://bit.ly/DrMeganFellows_LearnMore

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07/25/2025

🎉This week, we celebrated Dr. Aldridge's 10 year anniversary with Sandy Springs Pediatrics! Thank you, Dr. Aldridge, for the many years you've dedicated your time and incredible knowledge to our community and team!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

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07/22/2025

✨Patient
“We’ve been bringing our kids here for years. Love the doctors (Jackson, Wells-Jarrett, etc.) thank you for what you do.” ~Nat Estes

Thank you for your 5-star Google review, Nat, and words of appreciation for our team!

👶 Looking for compassionate, expert pediatric care in Sandy Springs? We’re here for your family—every step of the way.

📍 Sandy Springs, GA
404-252-4611
🔗 https://bit.ly/SSPeds

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07/15/2025

🧒☀️ “Too Hot to Handle?” Here’s What Heat Illness Looks Like in Kids 🥵🚑
Atlanta summers bring the heat — and kids are more vulnerable to heat exhaustion and heatstroke than adults.

👀 Know the signs:
• Fatigue or dizziness
• Headache or nausea
• Cool, clammy skin (heat exhaustion)
• Hot, dry skin (heat stroke — call 911!)
• Fast breathing or confusion

If your child seems off after being outside — we’re here to help.💙 404-252-4611

https://bit.ly/SSPeds

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07/10/2025

👩‍⚕️🩺We are proud to introduce Dr. Megan Fellows as the newest pediatrician joining our care team. A dedicated advocate for children’s health and family wellness, Dr. Fellows brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and public health insight to our practice.

Originally from Urbandale, Iowa...
🔗https://bit.ly/DrMeganFellows_LearnMore

Accepting patients August 2025. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fellows or one of our other five Board-Certified Pediatricians, please contact our office at 404-252-4611 or submit an appointment request via our 'Contact Us' form on our homepage.

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07/08/2025

🎗️ July is National Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness Month 💛

Did you know cleft lip and/or palate affects 1 in every 1,600 babies born in the U.S.? And nearly 75% of children with a cleft palate will experience middle ear infections or hearing loss due to fluid buildup behind the eardrum.

That’s why pediatric care is essential — we’re often the first to identify subtle signs and connect families to trusted specialists early.

👶 Pediatricians play a powerful role in a child’s & care journey:
👃 Breathing & Airway Checks – Some babies may struggle with nasal breathing or obstructive sleep symptoms.
👂 Hearing Screenings – Ongoing ear checks are crucial; many children need ear tubes before age 2.
🍼💬 Feeding & Speech Support – Early feeding challenges and delayed speech are common, but manageable with the right referrals and therapies

💬 Our job? Not just to care — but to coordinate. Pediatricians are at the center of each child’s care team, making sure no milestone is missed.

💙 We’re here to support every step — from early diagnosis to long-term care — so every child has the chance to grow, thrive, and be heard. If needing a consultation with one of our six Board-Certified Pediatricians, please contact our office at 404-252-4611 or submit an appointment request via our 'Contact Us' form on our homepage.

https://bit.ly/SSPeds

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07/03/2025

👩‍⚕️💗 A Note from Dr. Jackson:
"My daughter Sophia and I are so grateful for the kind words, prayers, and well wishes from so many of you! I recently had a medical procedure and I’m recovering well! 🩺✨

I’ll be back seeing patients August 1st, and I can’t wait to be back doing what I love. 💕 Until then, thank you again for your continued support and care!”

🎆Wishing all a happy and safe 4th of July weekend!

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07/01/2025

🧠 Keeping Kids Mentally Sharp During Summer Break🌞📚 School might be out, but your child’s brain is still growing every day!

📖 Did you know? Just 15–30 minutes of reading a day over summer can prevent the “summer slide” — the academic regression many kids experience during school breaks.

🎲 Pediatrician-approved brain boosters:
• Play memory games 🧩
• Encourage daily reading 📚
• Let them help with cooking (math + science = dinner!) 🍽️
• Explore nature & journal what they see 🐞🌿

👩‍⚕️ Don’t forget: Emotional well-being matters too! Routine, rest, and screen limits all support a healthy, balanced summer.

https://bit.ly/SSPeds

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