How Much Sugar Exactly Should We Limit Our Child To?
Dr. B, How much sugar exactly should we limit our 6 year old child to, and how do I keep […]
Maybe it’s Not ADHD—Maybe They Just Need to Move
There’s a pattern many parents recognize. Your child can’t sit still. They fidget, interrupt, bounce between tasks, or seem constantly
You Can’t Out-Discipline a Poorly Fueled Brain
There’s a pattern many parents recognize. Mid-morning at school, your child falls apart—irritable, distracted, unable to focus. Or late afternoon
Why Is My Child Always Sick?
It’s a familiar scene in pediatric offices right now. Your child sits on the exam table—runny nose, lingering cough, another
When Should You Consider Holding Your Child Back In School?
Dr. Bob, We’re considering holding our first grader back another year. He’s the youngest in his class and struggles with
Raising Kids Who Can Do Hard Things
It often shows up in ordinary moments. You ask your child to help with a simple chore, and they push
Is There Anything We Can Do to Reduce the Chance Our Child Will Get ADHD?
Dr. Bob, Last week you wrote about attention problems. My first child has ADHD, is there anything we can do
Why Kids Melt Down So Easily
It’s the kind of moment that leaves parents exhausted. Your child melts down over something small—the wrong snack, a broken
Sleep: The Hidden Foundation of Child Health
When parents bring a child into my office for behavior concerns, anxiety, frequent illness, or trouble focusing, I often ask
When Colds Turn the Corner: Recognizing Secondary Bacterial Infections in Kids
👉 Dr. B, It seems that every time I visit my pediatrician, antibiotics are prescribed. It feels wrong. Should I
Helping Kids Cope with Seasonal Stress: When “Holiday Cheer” Becomes Overwhelming
The holiday season often arrives with joyful anticipation — lights, music, gatherings, and the promise of special memories. But for
Sibling Rivalry: Turning Conflict into Caring
Dr. Bob, My sons are constantly fighting. They are four and six years old and driving me crazy! I can’t