Lakeside Pediatrics

07/08/2025

🥪 Healthy Lunchbox Hacks for Busy Parents

Back-to-school means busy mornings and packed lunches! But a good lunch isn’t just about keeping kids full! It’s about helping them focus, stay energized, and feel good all afternoon. 💪

Here’s our go-to formula for a balanced lunchbox:
✅ Protein – builds muscles and keeps kids full
✅ Healthy Fats – fuel brain development and energy
✅ Complex Carbs – provide lasting energy for learning

We’d love to hear from you! Share your go-to lunchbox favorites in the comments below!”🥪🍎💬

06/08/2025

📱😴 Screen Time vs. Sleep Time

Has screen time taken over bedtime this summer? You're not alone! As we gear up for the school year, now’s the perfect time to reset routines.

🌙 Power down devices at least 1 hour before bed
📵 Keep screens out of bedrooms
🕒 Aim for consistent sleep/wake times
Healthy sleep = better focus, mood, and immunity! Let’s help kids start the school year well-rested and ready to learn. 💪✨

05/08/2025

☀️ Beat the Heat! Stay Safe in the Sun! ☀️

August is HOT, and so is the sun! Keep your kiddos cool and protected with these quick tips:

🧴 SPF 30+ – Apply sunscreen every 2 hours (even on cloudy days!)
👒 Hats & Shades – Protect little faces and eyes
💧 Hydrate – Water, water, water!
🌳 Seek Shade – Especially from 10am–4pm
👕 Dress Light – Breathable, light-colored clothing works best
Stay cool, stay safe, and enjoy the last weeks of summer fun! 🌈🍉

05/08/2025

🌍 World Breastfeeding Week 🌍

This week, we celebrate the incredible benefits of breastfeeding for both babies and moms! 👶💙

To all the moms who nursed, pumped, tube fed, triple fed, supplemented, or tried everything- this is for you. Your love and dedication mean the world, and we honor every step of your journey 🫶🏼🤱🏽

If you need support or guidance, our practice has IBCLCs (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) available to help you every step of the way. Whether you're just starting or facing challenges, we're here to make your breastfeeding journey smoother and more confident.

04/08/2025

1 week until School starts!

✏️ Back to School = Back to Routine! 🕒🍎
Help your child start the year strong with these quick tips:
Set a consistent bedtime✅
Prep healthy lunches & snacks✅
Schedule your annual check-up✅
Encourage open talks about feelings✅
Wash those hands – germs are back too! 🦠

Here's to a healthy, happy school year! 📚💪

02/08/2025

Did you get yours yet?

01/08/2025

Some of these mistakenly have VODKA. Energy drinks are never good for your child, regardless

An unspecified number of cans of Celsius energy drink are actually filled with a popular vodka seltzer beverage, manufacturers say. Read more: https://www.aol.com/recall-warns-celsius-energy-drink-174546512.html

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