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The last patients I saw on my last day in the office. Very exciting and bittersweet as I start retirement. I am lucky to have taken care of and touched so many children and their families.

Make sure you and your children get enough sleep.

Sleep and Health: Why Rest Matters for Your Child—and Your Whole Family ​Sleep plays a key role in children’s mental and emotional health. Learn how poor sleep affects stress, mood, anxiety and depression—and practical ways families can support better sleep at every age.

Measles cases are still rising in the US. Luckily, here in Calif. we have had many less cases. Please make sure your infants and children are protected. They should all get two doses of the very effective MMR vaccine. Call us with any questions.

Measles cases are increasing in a few other states besides California. Please make sure your infant gets their measles vaccines around 12 months of age. It works and is safe.

Confirmed measles cases approach 1,000 for the year; 5 more pediatric flu deaths reported Measles is a growing concern in Utah, which has become the second state after South Carolina to report more than 100 cases this year.

There is a study ongoing to see what medications can help children with Autism and its associated problems do better. If you are interested in having your child participate please see the enclosed flyer and sign up. Please support Autism Speaks to help all these children and adults.

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Here is the updated Immunization Schedule fully approved by our American Academy of Pediatrics and most other medical societies. It is what our office follows and recommends to our patients. We believe in science.

All About the AAP Recommended Immunization Schedule Here's what to know about the recommended immunization schedule for children and teens. The schedule is approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics and based on ongoing review of the most recent scientific data for each of the recommended vaccines and other immunizations. The schedule also recomm...

Studies now show that early introduction of peanuts to children can avoid allergies from developing. Is critical to introduce peanuts between four and six months of age to these children. If you have any questions, let us know.

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We all know how important sleep is both for parents and for our children. Having your child being in a good sleep routine for infancy through early childhood is critical for their good health and development. Besides, that is good for the parents good health also here are some great tips.

What Parents Need to Know About Sleep in Children This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes sleep problems during childhood.