So, you have tried every cream and steroid and cleanser on the shelf. What is next? Sometimes, an infection may exist which requires antibiotics and a visit to us. However, there are 2 more trials of therapy that help some children: bleach baths and/or wet…
Spring is here…mosquitoes will start to appear. Zika and West Nile viruses are known to be transmitted via mosquito bites. Here are a few things you can do to protect yourself and your family. Generally, it is recommended to avoid being outside during dawn and…
Spring is here… the groundhog foretold. Are you prepared? Springtime signals new buds on the trees, flowers blooming, and grass renewing. For gardeners, it is a wonderful time of the year. For those with allergies, it may be a dreaded time of year. Allergic rhinitis…
Eczema is a frustrating skin condition that many children have. Eczema causes dry, red, itchy skin that gets better or worse no matter what you do! During an eczema flare, almost anything will worsen the eczema, including scratching. Of all the things that we can…
As parents, we unquestionably love our children. How could anyone resist a cuddly and smiling infant? However, during the teenage years, our love is often put to the test with teenage attitudes and behaviors. Yet, our love remains unquestionable. But, does your teenager know it?…
Cold and flu season is in full swing and with it comes FEVER. Children in the first few years of life get on average 6 viral colds and 3 viral diarrheal illnesses a year. These viral illnesses do not respond to antibiotics and each one…
When my older boys were younger, I wanted to make New Year’s Eve a special and meaningful time. But, what to do when they were too young to stay up until midnight? I came up with our own New Year’s Eve tradition. We had a…
How do we help our children to have hearts of gratitude? When my boys were younger, I had them earning money for simple chores at home. Instead of using a chart system or actual money, I printed up Leon Family Credits on paper. My boys…
Breast milk has lots and lots of advantages; breast is best. Even so, breast fed babies require additional vitamins. They should begin Vitamin D once breast feeding has become established. In the baby aisle at the grocery store, Enfamil sells D-Vi-Sol. (You may not buy…
A diaper rash can often become a parent’s worst nightmare. After changing thousands of diapers both as a mom and a Pediatrician, I have compiled a list of tips over the years to both prevent and treat a rash once it occurs. Firstly, one must…
“ I really enjoyed the time Dr. Berger always spent with me ensuring I was living a healthy lifestyle. She not only cared about what she was responsible for on my body but for my well being as a person as well. I’ll always see…
Ding-Dong! Trick-or Treat! It’s that time of the year again when kids of all ages get to dress up in costumes either cute or spooky. As evening begins, it is also the time to find the biggest bag in the house for the best part…
It is that time of year again…there is a crispness to the air. Leaves are changing color. Influenza season is getting ready to start. Yes, fall is here which means it is time to think about influenza and how you and your family can avoid…
Walking my son into class on the first day of school, I noted the Nut Free Zone sign hanging on his classroom door. As a mom, I suddenly felt overwhelmed with finding safe snacks that my son would eat while still being considered nut-safe. As…
The Breakfast Back to School Juggle: Our goal as parents is to teach our children to make healthy choices for a lifetime AND get them to school on time. The old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day is true. Breakfast…