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Here is a good explanations as to why babies drool so much. It does not always mean teeth are coming in

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It is more important for your child, especially your teen, to have real friends and not hundreds of likes on their social media. Real communication is much more important than just sitting in their room scrolling.

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New cases of Measles are still increasing both here and worldwide. Please get your child their Measles vaccine at one year of age. It is safe and effective.

Measles Outbreaks: Common Questions & How to Protect Your Child The recent measles outbreaks have many parents concerned. Most of the people who have gotten sick were not vaccinated against measles. This is a stark reminder of the importance of making sure your children are fully vaccinated. Learn more here.

Thanks to vaccines all these diseases have been eradicated. Don’t let them come back.

14 Diseases You Almost Forgot About Thanks to Vaccines Thanks to vaccines, many serious diseases that once got in the way of children’s health, growth and learning have become rare.​Immunization protects your child against these 14 diseases that were once common in the United States.

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.