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Back to School

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:45:04 GMT

Heavy backpacks can lead to back, neck, and shoulder pain in kids

The AAP recommends a backpack weigh no more than 5–10% of your child's body weight. A quick test: put the loaded backpack on a bathroom scale! Look for wide, padded straps, encourage both shoulders (not just one), and pack heaviest items closest to the back

Keep your family safe this season by following the AAP’s vital water safety rules!

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:37:02 GMT

Pool Safety for Children

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Wondering what's making kids sick in our community right now?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:22:41 GMT

Visit Our What's Going Around Page

Our "What's Going Around" page keeps you informed about the latest illnesses we're seeing in the office! Get the details on symptoms to watch for, at-home remedies that work, and when it's time to bring your child in to see us. Stay one step ahead and keep your family healthy! �� https://www.kalamazoopediatrics.com/What-s-Going-Around

When your child is feeling under the weather, you need quick answers

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:54:30 GMT

Don't delay—call us to book your appointment.

If you have questions about your child’s health or you need to bring your child in for a sick visit , call the office so they can talk about your child’s symptoms and schedule a visit based on their health needs.

Well-child visits are essential for tracking your child's growth

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:06:12 GMT

Ensure developmental milestones and stay up-to-date with vaccinations

From those first newborn checkups to the teenage years, we're here to ensure your child stays healthy and thriving. Learn more about our comprehensive well-child services today.

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Get The Latest COVID Information

implementation@officepracticum.com (Graham Daugherty) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:13:20 GMT

Staying informed about COVID is essential for safeguarding your family's health and the well-being of our loved ones. With the ever-evolving nature of the pandemic, reliable information is our strongest ally in navigating this challenging virus.

That's why we're excited to tell you that we are following the American Academy of Pediatrics for up to date COVID vaccine guidelines for children.

What Can You Find on the AAP Website?

The AAP website serves as a comprehensive hub of information, offering a wealth of resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, healthcare professionals, and communities. Here are just a few highlights of what you can discover:

COVID-19 Overview: AAP has published recent guidelines for COVID, Influenza, and RSV vaccination. You can review the data from experts that shows these vaccinations are safe and effective.

Prevention and Safety Guidelines: Learn about best practices for preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses, including mask-wearing, hand hygiene, social distancing, and vaccination.

Vaccine Information: You can access the AAP vaccine schedule on the website. COVID-19 vaccine is not a required vaccination. It is recommended for children and can be an important tool in keeping children healthy.

How to Access CDC Resources:

The CDC is another resource you can use to find some COVID-19 information. Getting the latest COVID-19 resources from the CDC is easy and convenient. Simply visit their official website at www.cdc.gov , where you'll find a user-friendly section for COVID designed to help you quickly locate the information you need. You can also sign up for their email updates to receive timely notifications about new developments and resources.

Welcome To Our Practice News

implementation@officepracticum.com (Graham Daugherty) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:09:33 GMT

Hello, parents, caregivers, and all those invested in the well-being of our little ones! We are thrilled to provide Practice News on our website. As we open our practice we will have frequent news updates.

Our doctors were rated Top Doctors in Kalamazoo Area on KZOO Kids! Check it out on kzookids.com .

We have more faces at our office that you will see when you visit!

Teresita Rodriguez, Medical Assistant

Brianna Robson, Medical Assistant

We want your pictures! We love to have pictures of our patients so we can watch them grow. If you would like to give us a picture of your child for our photo board, please bring it with you to the office.