Signs of Concussion in Baby or Child

Signs of Concussion in Baby or Child

By: Sian Jones-Jobst, MD, FAAP It is one of a parent’s (and pediatrician’s) worst fears. Your child has suffered a head injury. They have headache, and other mysterious symptoms or just “aren’t acting like themselves.” What do you need to know before and after that...
Nebraska Car Seat Laws & Safety

Nebraska Car Seat Laws & Safety

Child safety has come a long way. Car seats are a good example of how things have changed. When I was a kid, no one used car seats. My parents knew it was dangerous to have us unrestrained, but very few child safety seats were on the market then, and it was not the...
Playground Safety Tips

Playground Safety Tips

It is that time of year again when families begin to enjoy much of their free time outdoors. This often involves playing on playground equipment in public parks or backyard play areas. In 2009 alone, more than 230,000 children visited hospital emergency rooms due to...
MSPI Baby Guide: Starting Solids

MSPI Baby Guide: Starting Solids

Introducing solids in the MSPI baby will follow a slightly different path than other babies starting solids. First, you will find that your health care provider or pediatric gastroenterologist will ask that you wait until closer to 6 months of age to begin the...
Infant Formula Shortage

Infant Formula Shortage

Are you having difficulty finding formula locally? These sites may help find formula retailers: https://www.similac.com/products.html https://www.enfamil.com/store-locator/ Not sure what formula you can substitute? These documents provided by the Nebraska Women, ...

Travel Warnings

The CDC has made recommendations that US citizens avoid travel to any countries that carry a level 3 warning. Stay aware of what countries are listed by frequently checking the link...