NEWS

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023
• Nutrition

When ensuring your child's optimal nutrition, look no further than Pediatric Associates of Wellesley. Visit us if your little one needs expert guidance in developing healthy eating habits. Our passionate Read More

• posted: Apr. 30, 2021
• Ear Infection

Wondering if your child might be dealing with an ear infection? While you will certainly know when you’re dealing with an ear infection; unfortunately kids, particularly newborns and toddlers, can’t tell Read More

• posted: Mar. 16, 2021
• Thumb-Sucking,  Pacifier

Reflexively, your baby is born with the ability to suck. It makes sense. After all, your little one must be able to suck to get nutrients, whether breastfeeding or bottle-feeding. Read More

• posted: Feb. 15, 2021
• Stitches

We all know how accident-prone kids can be. They get bruises, bumps, cuts, and scrapes from time and time. Most of the time, these boo-boos are nothing to worry about, Read More

• posted: Jan. 20, 2021
• Tetanus Shot

All children need to get a tetanus shot. When we think of tetanus we often think of rusty nails; however, this bacterium isn’t just found on rusty metal items, it Read More

• posted: Dec. 03, 2020
• Urinary Tract Infection,  UTI

A urinary tract infection isn’t just something that happens to adults. Children can also develop UTIs. Since children are more likely to suffer from kidney damage as a result of Read More

• posted: Oct. 28, 2020
• Chicken Pox

You just got the call from your child’s school: someone in your kid’s class has chickenpox. This highly contagious virus isn’t usually anything to worry about, but it can certainly Read More

• posted: Sep. 09, 2020
• Healthier Food,  Healthy Diet

You want your child to lead a healthy, happy life but it can be difficult if they are picky eaters or only seem to crave junk food. If you’re having Read More

• posted: Aug. 28, 2020
• Preventive Care,  Wellness Visit

What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2020
• Injury

Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them Read More

• posted: Jun. 17, 2020
• Vision Test

Parents want nothing more than their children to be healthy and happy. This applies to every element of their well-being, including their eyes! Your pediatrician recommends that all children receive Read More

• posted: Jun. 02, 2020
• Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person views and interacts with the world around them, including other people. In most cases, differences become apparent Read More

• posted: May 18, 2020
• Tonsillitis

Everyone is born with two tonsils. These are lymph nodes located right in the back of the throat. They help out the immune system by housing important white blood cells. Read More

• posted: May 05, 2020
• ADHD

Parents want the best for their child, which is why check-ups and appointments with their pediatricians are so important. Yet your pediatrician isn’t just available for when your child is Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2020
• Allergies,  Allergy Treatment

Sneezing. Watery eyes. Stuffy nose. These could just be symptoms of a cold or these could be signs that your child has allergies. If you notice that your child’s symptoms Read More

• posted: Feb. 14, 2020
• Strep Throat

It's important to be able to spot the differences between a regular sore throat or viral infection and strep throat. Anyone can get strep throat, but it is most common Read More