Novant Health Waughtown Pediatrics

10/31/2025

If you have an appointment today, don’t be shy — come in wearing your costume! We love seeing our patients (big and small) show off their spooky, silly, and creative looks.

10/31/2025

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from the Waughtown Clinics! 👻🎃

Our teams had a spooktacular time showing off their creativity today! From funny to frightful — everyone brought their Halloween spirit to work. 🕸️🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️

Check out our photos below and cast your vote for Best Costume 2025! 🗳️
Who do you think wore it best? Comment your favorite below! 👇

10/28/2025

🍁 Fall Into Healthy Habits 🍁

Cooler weather and shorter days can make it easy to slip out of our routines, but staying healthy in the fall is just as important as ever! Here are a few tips to keep you and your family feeling your best:

🥦 Eat Seasonal Produce – Enjoy fall favorites like apples, sweet potatoes, squash, and pumpkins. They’re packed with vitamins and fiber.
🚶 Stay Active – Take advantage of the crisp air with a walk, hike, or bike ride. Even 20–30 minutes a day makes a big difference.
💧 Hydrate – Cooler weather can trick us into forgetting water, but your body still needs it!
😴 Prioritize Sleep – The season change can disrupt routines—aim for 7–9 hours each night.
🧣 Layer Up – Dress for the weather to stay comfortable and keep colds at bay.

10/27/2025

🩵 Let’s Talk About RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) 🩵

RSV is a common virus that affects the lungs and breathing passages — and while it often causes mild cold-like symptoms, it can sometimes lead to more serious illness in infants and young children.

👶 Symptoms to watch for:

Coughing or wheezing

Trouble breathing or fast breathing

Poor feeding or decreased appetite

Fever or irritability

🩺 Prevention is key!

Wash hands often

Avoid close contact with sick individuals

Keep little ones away from large crowds during RSV season

Talk to your child’s provider about RSV prevention options (there are new vaccines and antibodies available for babies and pregnant moms!)

If your child is having trouble breathing, not drinking enough fluids, or seems unusually tired — please call your pediatrician or seek medical care right away. 💙

https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/rsv-shot-a-new-ish-tool-for-your-parenting-toolbox

10/24/2025

👻🎃 Halloween is almost here! 🎃👻
Here are a few tips to keep trick-or-treating safe and fun:
✨ Make sure costumes are easy to see in the dark
✨ Always check candy before eating
✨ Walk with an adult and stay on sidewalks

We can’t wait to see your little pumpkins and superheroes enjoy the spooky fun! 🍬🦸‍♀️🧙‍♂️

10/23/2025

💉✨ Let’s Get Ready for Flu Season 2025–2026! ✨💉

Flu season is just around the corner — and the best way to protect yourself and your family is to start preparing early! 💪

Here are a few ways to stay ahead of the flu:
🩺 Get your flu shot! It’s recommended for everyone 6 months and older. Vaccination helps reduce the risk of severe illness.
🧼 Wash your hands often — soap and water go a long way in keeping germs away!
😷 Cover coughs and sneezes to help stop the spread.
🏠 Stay home when sick to protect others in your community.
🍎 Boost your immunity with plenty of rest, healthy meals, and hydration.

Our team at Novant Health Waughtown is ready to help keep you and your loved ones healthy this flu season! Call us today to schedule your flu shot appointment. 📞💜

10/17/2025

🌸💖 Baby Boom at Waughtown! 💖🌸

We’re so excited to celebrate not one, not two, but three amazing moms-to-be here at Novant Health Waughtown! 🎉👶

Join us in congratulating Ashleigh, Katia, and Katelyn as they each prepare to welcome their new bundles of joy into the world (and into our Waughtown family)! 🍼✨

Our team couldn’t be happier to shower these wonderful ladies with love, laughter, and best wishes as they begin this exciting new chapter. 💕

10/16/2025

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10/15/2025

🍂💉 Flu Season is Here – Protect Yourself and Your Family! 💉🍂

The best way to prevent the flu is to get your annual flu vaccine. It’s quick, safe, and helps keep you and those around you healthy all season long.

✅ Recommended for everyone 6 months and older
✅ Especially important for young children, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions
✅ Available now in our office!

📞 Call us today to schedule your flu shot or ask about walk-in availability.

Let’s fight the flu together this fall! 💪

10/14/2025

10/13/2025

Come meet our friendly pediatricians and dedicated office staff during this special event. Enjoy guided tours of our facility, learn about the services we offer, and get to know the team who cares for your children.
We look forward to welcoming you and helping you learn more about our clinic and the care we provide to the Waughtown community!

10/09/2025

🍼💙 October is SIDS Awareness Month 💙🍼

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden and unexplained death of a baby under 1 year old. While the exact cause is unknown, there are important steps parents and caregivers can take to create a safe sleep environment:

✅ Always place babies on their backs to sleep
✅ Use a firm, flat mattress with a fitted sheet
✅ Keep the crib free of pillows, blankets, toys, and bumpers
✅ Share a room with your baby (but not the same bed) for at least the first 6–12 months
✅ Avoid overheating—dress your baby in light sleep clothing

These simple steps can greatly reduce the risk and help keep little ones safe. 💕

Let’s raise awareness together and support families everywhere.