Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford-Dr. Roxanne Allegretti

07/29/2025

Be cautious with household cleaning products around babies
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Infants exposed to household cleaning products 1 day or more per week during their first year of life were more likely to experience severe bronchiolitis hospitalization, according to study results.This finding was published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.

07/27/2025

Immunizations are a key ingredient for a healthy childhood. And rest assured, the ingredients within critical vaccines are constantly tested and monitored by medical researchers to ensure safety and efficacy for your kids.

Dr. Ari Brown, pediatrician, and Dr. Julie Boom, professor of pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine, join host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez on the latest episode of the Healthy Children podcast to debunk some of the latest rumors surrounding vaccine ingredients, like thimerosal, and underscore the importance of staying up to date on routine immunizations so kids stay protected from preventable diseases. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or comment "facts" to receive a link to the episode.

07/27/2025

So many great resources!

"Hate. It has caused a lot of problems in the world, but has not solved one yet." -- Maya Angelou

Teaching children to stand up against hate and fostering greater understanding of people who are different from ourselves is more important than ever. For books for children and teens about Mighty Girls taking a stand against hatred and prejudice of all kinds, visit our blog post “60 Mighty Girl Books About Standing Up for Others” at https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=13481

For empathy-building book for young kids about the importance of being kind to others, check out our blog post "25 Children's Books That Teach Kids to Be Kind," visit https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=19359

For two excellent books that help cultivate children's compassion for others by giving them a visual way to think about kindness, we also highly recommend "Have You Filled a Bucket Today: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids" for ages 4 to 8 (https://www.amightygirl.com/have-you-filled-a-bucket-today) and its sequel "Growing Up With A Bucket Full Of Happiness" for ages 9 to 12 (https://www.amightygirl.com/growing-up-with-a-bucket).

For an insightful parenting book filled with practical advice on how to build kids’ empathy and compassion for others, we highly recommend “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World”, visit https://www.amightygirl.com/unselfie

And, for children's books about girls and women confronting prejudice in many forms, visit our "Prejudice & Discrimination" book section at http://amgrl.co/1eKNGjg

07/26/2025

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07/26/2025

Here’s how talking with your child about their feelings can help them feel safe sharing and when to ask the pediatrician for help. Find everyday parenting tips to build resilience and support mental health: learn how to talk calmly, model feelings, use words & visuals, and get proactive with menta...

07/25/2025

Updated. It’s Saturday.

It’s officially Empower Pack season!
We’re collecting backpacks filled with essential supplies to help students across Stafford County start the school year feeling confident and prepared.

🎉 The final collection event—our Pack Pal Party—is happening Saturday, August 2 from 9–11 a.m. at Target in Stafford Marketplace.

Now’s the time to get involved:
✅ Fill a backpack
✅ Become a Pack Pal
✅ Make a donation

🔗 Learn more at: www.staffordschools.net/empowerpack

07/22/2025

Important info

07/21/2025

“Mental health doesn’t begin in adolescence or adulthood — it begins at birth.”

In her powerful Seattle Times article, Perigee Fund founder and former ZERO TO THREE Board Member Lisa Mennet, PhD makes the case for prioritizing infant and early childhood mental health — not as a niche concern, but as a central strategy for addressing today’s growing mental health crisis.

Lisa shares how early relational trauma shows up in the lives of babies, and how healing begins through strong, supported relationships between caregivers and young children. She reminds us: if we’re serious about building a healthier, more resilient society, we must start with babies.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4eQD5Cs

07/21/2025

Remember VA law requires boosters until their 8th birthday, but the recommendation is to do a booster until they are about 4 ft 9 in tall and fit any shoulder and lap seatbelt well. This is usually around age 9-11 for most kids. And they should still be in the backseat, preferably until at least 13 and at least 5 ft tall.

Just because they're tall, doesn't mean they're ready for the adult seat belt! Kids need a booster seat until they can correctly fit in a seat belt. Learn more: https://www.cpsboard.org/car-seat-safety/seat-belts/

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07/21/2025

I’m happy to support this great candidate and friend!

This endorsement is especially meaningful. I’ve known this beloved pediatrician for nearly 20 years, and I’ve seen firsthand how deeply they care for our children and community. To have their trust in my leadership is something I don’t take lightly and will never degrade.

07/19/2025