KidMed Korner

Join us as we offer thoughts on kids from tots to teens.

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…