KidMed Korner

KidMed Korner is where we share practical tips, pediatric guidance, and everyday insights to help parents care for their children with confidence — from newborn days through the teenage years.

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Why Does My Kid Keep Getting Sick?
Why Does My Kid Keep Getting Sick?
If it feels like your child has been sick every other week since October, you are not imag…
Magnesium for Kids: Miracle Mineral or TikTok’s Favorite Security Blanket?
Magnesium for Kids: Miracle Mineral or TikTok’s Favorite Security Blanket?
If you spend any time in mom groups (or within five feet of social media), you have probab…
“No Sugar Until 11?” What the New Dietary Guidelines Actually Say
“No Sugar Until 11?” What the New Dietary Guidelines Actually Say
If you’ve been on the internet this week, you may have seen something like: “The governmen…
Measles, MMR & Making Informed Decisions
Measles, MMR & Making Informed Decisions
A KidMed Guide for Families At KidMed, our goal is simple:We are here to support pare…
Tummy Time: When to Start, How Long to Do It, and What Actually Counts
Tummy Time: When to Start, How Long to Do It, and What Actually Counts
If you are a new parent, you have probably heard the phrase tummy time approxima…
Bye-Bye Bottle
Bye-Bye Bottle
How to Help Your Baby Graduate to a Cup (Without Tears… Mostly) If your baby is turning on…
Is It ADHD. . . or Just Bad Behavior?
Is It ADHD. . . or Just Bad Behavior?
If you have ever looked at your child and thought, “Is this a neurological condition……
Bedwetting: The Overnight Problem Nobody Talks About (But Everyone Googles at 2 a.m.)
Bedwetting: The Overnight Problem Nobody Talks About (But Everyone Googles at 2 a.m.)
Let’s get this out of the way first:If your child wets the bed, you are not alone.If …
Crying Is a Baby’s First Language: What Your Baby Is Really Telling You
Crying Is a Baby’s First Language: What Your Baby Is Really Telling You
Babies do not cry to be dramatic. (Although it can feel dramatic at 2 a.m.) Cryi…
Surviving Thanksgiving with Kids: Expert-Approved Tips for Less Chaos and More Pie
Surviving Thanksgiving with Kids: Expert-Approved Tips for Less Chaos and More Pie
Ah, Thanksgiving—a holiday where we’re supposed to focus on gratitude and togetherness, bu…
“Unlocking Your Child’s Brain Power: The Magic of Active Recall and Spaced Repetition”
“Unlocking Your Child’s Brain Power: The Magic of Active Recall and Spaced Repetition”
Hey, parents! If you’re like most, you’ve probably seen your child buried in textbooks, hi…
Chunking: A Secret Recipe That Can Help Your Child Stay on Top of School
Chunking: A Secret Recipe That Can Help Your Child Stay on Top of School
Let’s face it: schoolwork can feel overwhelming for many kids—and, honestly, for us parent…
The Study Struggle: Tips to Help Kids (That Actually Work!)
The Study Struggle: Tips to Help Kids (That Actually Work!)
Helping kids study effectively doesn’t have to be a struggle. We get it – as a parent, you…
What To Do When Your Child Has a Fever
What To Do When Your Child Has a Fever
It’s 2 AM, and you just touched your little one’s forehead to find they feel like a tiny f…
What’s Normal for a Newborn: Insights from the Experts
What’s Normal for a Newborn: Insights from the Experts
Bringing a newborn home is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience for new paren…
Screen Time: Ages and Stages
Screen Time: Ages and Stages
Screens are a major part of life today, especially for children. From entertainment to edu…
Awesome October!
Awesome October!
This month KidMed is celebrating all of the wonders of October. Autumn holds a special mag…
Building Brains and Bonds:  The Importance of Reading Aloud to Children
Building Brains and Bonds:  The Importance of Reading Aloud to Children
Reading aloud to children is more than just a bedtime ritual; it’s a powerful tool that co…
The Power of Pretend Play: How Imagination Shapes Childhood Development
The Power of Pretend Play: How Imagination Shapes Childhood Development
Pretend play, also known as imaginative or dramatic play, is a universal childhood activit…