Fever Meds for kids: Acetaminophen versus Ibuprofen
Fever/ Pain Meds for Kids: Tylenol versus Ibuprofen -which should i give? -when should give?' -what dose should i give?(This blog contains affiliate links. Links are at no cost to you) These are 2 of the most commonly used medications for kids. Our kids always spike...
February 2022
IMG Q&A Series February 2022IMG Q&A series is back!! Hey IMG friends Here to answer more of your IMG questions Questions I answer in the part are: Does obtaining a Masters or post medical school help? When is it too late to apply? Best study format to help you...
Diaper rash tips
Diaper rashes. -why do babies have them? -tips to manage them.(this blog contains affiliate links. Links are at no cost to you) Diaper rash is one of the 'not-so-fun' parts of parenthood. However, the truth is a lot of babies will have diaper rashes at some point in...
Newborn Skin Rashes
Newborn skin rashes Acne, Cradle cap, Heat rash - what to know and doCongratulations on your bundle of joy! You are settling in as being a new parent with all the feeding, diaper and sleep cycles. Everything seems to be stressful and off. You barely have enough...
Pink Eye- what you need to know
Pink Eye what you need to know So your child has got a pink eye. What does that even mean? Does it mean it's infected, needs antibotics or what? Lets break it down The conjunctiva is the white part of the eye. When this part gets infected or inflamed (and red) it...
January 2022 Q&A
IMG Q&A Series January 2022IMG Q&A series is back!! Happy New Year friends! Restarting the IMG Q&A series Took a break last July so I can prepare for my PEM fellowship match. Excited to say I matched into PEM and will be starting this July 2022. I needed...
First aid for Burns: What to do when your child gets a burn
First Aid for Burns (video of first aid burn care at the end) Imagine relaxing at home with your hot drink, soup or noodles in a bit to warm yourself up from the chilly weathers; then your little one pulls it down, right on them. Would you know what to do if your...
Did Social Media help me stand out during my PEM Fellowship interview?
how being a social media educator helped me stand out in fellowship application
Headache Checklist & Diary
Headache Checklist & DiaryHello there, Headaches in kids can be really tricky, especially if they are very young and unable to tell you how they feel. Headaches might be mild and caused by viral or minor bacterial infections. But other major causes such as head...
What does growing pains have to do with growing?
What are Growing Pains? What does it have to do with growing in kids?Ever heard the term ‘growing pains’ and wondered how much kids grow when they have these pains? Growing pains are referred to as an aching or throbbing pain in the legs, that have no real...