Valley Pediatric Group: Waynesboro

Valley Pediatric Group: Waynesboro Valley Pediatric Group: Caring pediatricians committed to your child's health from birth to Young Adulthood.

We are a group of pediatricians who are also parents. We care deeply about children and the families they grow up in. We provide provide specialized medical care just for babies, toddlers, kids and young adults. We are experts in well child care, making sure kids grow and develop normally. We are also experts in sick child care, taking care of minor illnesses as well as very complicated medical pr

oblems. With offices in Waynesboro and Staunton we provide convenient, family friendly care for your children.

CO poisoning is entirely preventable. Protect yourself and your family by learning how to prevent it:1️⃣ Purchase a batt...
07/28/2025

CO poisoning is entirely preventable. Protect yourself and your family by learning how to prevent it:

1️⃣ Purchase a battery-powered or battery back-up CO detector.
2️⃣ Check or change the batteries in your CO detector every six months.
3️⃣ If you suspect CO poisoning, call 911 or a health care professional right away.
4️⃣ Keep vents and flues free of debris.
5️⃣ Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed or partially enclosed space.
6️⃣ Never run a generator less than 20 feet from an open window, door, or vent where exhaust can enter an enclosed area.
7️⃣ Never use a charcoal grill, hibachi, lantern, or portable camping stove inside a home.
8️⃣ Have your gas, oil, or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician yearly.

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Refrigerate fruits or vegetables that have been cut or that were precut within 2 hours. Chill them at 40 degrees Fahrenh...
07/27/2025

Refrigerate fruits or vegetables that have been cut or that were precut within 2 hours. Chill them at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or cooler.

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Wash your hands at key times throughout the day to prevent the spread of germs. Key times include before and after meals...
07/26/2025

Wash your hands at key times throughout the day to prevent the spread of germs. Key times include before and after meals, after using the restroom, and before touching your face.

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Use these tips to fill your cart with budget-friendly protein for your family. Remember: you can find protein foods thro...
07/25/2025

Use these tips to fill your cart with budget-friendly protein for your family. Remember: you can find protein foods throughout the entire store. They can be found in the fresh meat case, frozen foods section, dairy case, and canned and pantry food aisles.

All information provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture — https://fb.com/USDA

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Is your teen struggling? Anorexia nervosa often presents in subtle ways. This post shares important signs to be aware of...
07/24/2025

Is your teen struggling? Anorexia nervosa often presents in subtle ways. This post shares important signs to be aware of. Early intervention can make a difference. To learn more, visit: https://www.valleypedgroup.com/Eating-Disorders-Anorexia-and-Bulimia-3

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Sleep, like eating habits and physical activity, is important for the health and well-being of parents and their childre...
07/23/2025

Sleep, like eating habits and physical activity, is important for the health and well-being of parents and their children. When children don’t get enough sleep it can negatively affect other areas of life, such as behavior in school, grades, or relationships with parents. Although sleep needs vary from person to person, most adults need between seven and eight hours of sleep a day and children, depending on their age, need nine to 12 hours. Unfortunately, parents and children often do not get enough sleep.

The home environment plays an important role in children’s sleep habits. Some children do not have the best sleep environments, which may keep them from getting enough sleep. For example, children may sleep in places that are “too loud,” “too bright,” or “too cold.” At times, they may have to share a bedroom with people who sleep or wake up at different times. Having a television or computer in their bedroom can also lead to irregular sleep.

Use these tips to help you and your child sleep better!

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About 96 percent of medication-related poisoning visits to emergency rooms are the result of children ingesting medicati...
07/22/2025

About 96 percent of medication-related poisoning visits to emergency rooms are the result of children ingesting medications while unsupervised, and approximately 5 percent are the result of caregiver dosing errors. The key to preventing medication poisoning is to read the label before using the medication. Here is what you should know about the labels.

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The first years of your baby's life is filled with many opportunities to learn and grow. Spend some time bonding with yo...
07/22/2025

The first years of your baby's life is filled with many opportunities to learn and grow. Spend some time bonding with your baby during playtime by doing this activity.

Activity: Eye-to-Eye (0-6 months)

Use: Playtime

Description: You can talk to your child about anything! Use their name as you make eye contact and chat. Your attention is like a hug from the inside that helps them feel focused, calm, and settled. Pay attention to what is happening around them and talk about it.

Brainy Background: Your child is learning they can count on you to help them feel calm and settled. It's a big part of trust and helps them begin to learn to settle themself.


Actividad: Cara a cara

Uso: Desempeñar tiempo

Descripción: ¡Puedes hablar con tu niño sobre cualquier cosa! Usa su nombre mientras hacen contacto visual cuando conversen. Tu atención es como un abrazo desde adentro que ayuda a su concentración y a sentir calma y tranquilidad. Presta atención a lo que sucede a su alrededor y hablen sobre eso.

Fondo Inteligente: Tu niño está aprendiendo que puede contar contigo para que lo ayudes a sentirse calmado y tranquilo. Esto es una parte muy importante de la confianza y lo ayuda a comenzar a calmarse a sí mismo.

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Children often have mixed feelings about returning to the classroom after summer break. Transitions are difficult for us...
07/21/2025

Children often have mixed feelings about returning to the classroom after summer break. Transitions are difficult for us all, but are especially difficult for young children.

In fact, a recent survey showed that 66% of parents reported that their children are anxious about returning to school (Loades et al., 2020).

While many of these anxious children will do just fine with a little encouragement from loved ones, others will need extra support. Here’s how to help:

1) Talk to your child about how they are feeling about the upcoming school year. What is one thing they are excited about? What is one thing they are nervous about? What is one thing they are wondering about?

2) If your child has expressed a lot of worries, validate your child’s worry AND encourage them to face their fears (e.g. “I know you’re feeling worried about going back to school. You haven’t been there in quite some time. But I know you can handle this! I’m here to help you”)

3) Talk to your child about what to expect on the first day (if you are not sure, you can reach out to the teacher to get more information). Write out the schedule for them and have them add pictures or create a book together describing what school will be like.

4) Drive or walk by the school a few times prior to the first day. Meet the teacher or other children in their classroom before school starts, if possible.

5) Read children’s books with your child in which the characters overcome their worries.

If your child continues to show anxiety about school or is refusing to attend school, consult with a mental health professional for help! Research shows that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is highly effective for treating school refusal (Heyne et al., 2002).

All information provided by Parenting Translator Foundation — parentingtranslator.org

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Your child’s growing independence from the family and interest in friends might be obvious by now. Healthy friendships a...
07/20/2025

Your child’s growing independence from the family and interest in friends might be obvious by now. Healthy friendships are very important to your child’s development, but peer pressure can become strong during this time. Children who feel good about themselves are more able to resist negative peer pressure and make better choices. Here is a positive parenting quick tip to help you support your 9 to 11-year-old during this time:

MAKE CLEAR RULES AND STICK TO THEM. TALK WITH YOUR CHILD ABOUT WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM THEIR BEHAVIOR WHEN NO ADULTS ARE PRESENT. IF YOU PROVIDE REASONS FOR THE RULES, IT WILL HELP THEM TO KNOW WHAT TO DO IN MOST SITUATIONS.

Check back soon for more positive parenting quick tips!

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07/19/2025

Reaching out when life is tough can feel overwhelming. Whatever your reason, the connects you to someone who will listen and support you. There is hope. Call or text: 988. Chat: 988lifeline.org.

All information provided by SAMSA — https://www.samhsa.gov/

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Worried about your young athlete's readiness? A sports physical provides peace of mind. We offer expert evaluations, con...
07/17/2025

Worried about your young athlete's readiness? A sports physical provides peace of mind. We offer expert evaluations, convenient appointments, and complete all necessary forms.

To learn more about our services, visit: https://www.valleypedgroup.com/Services/Other-Services

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