East Lake Pediatrics Health Guides
Straight answers from our pediatricians to the questions parents ask us most — sorted by age and topic. Browse a section below, and reach out any time; you know your child best.
Newborns
17 guides
Feeding, sleep, and the everyday questions of your baby’s first year.
- When Do Babies Sleep Through the Night?Sleeping through the night usually means a 6 to 8 hour stretch, and most babies get there between 3 and…
- Does Teething Cause a Fever? What’s Normal and When to Call UsTeething can make your baby warm, but it doesn’t cause a true fever. A pediatrician explains the…
- Baby Eczema: How to Spot It, Soothe It, and Know When to CallBaby eczema causes dry, itchy patches, often on the cheeks and scalp. A pediatrician explains triggers…
- Baby Sleep Regressions by Age: What’s Happening and How to CopeSleep regressions are normal, temporary phases tied to your baby’s development. A pediatrician breaks…
- Why Is My Newborn Grunting and Straining? Grunting Baby Syndrome ExplainedNewborn grunting and straining is usually normal as babies learn to poop and settle. A pediatrician…
- Cluster Feeding: Why Your Newborn Suddenly Wants to Eat NonstopCluster feeding is when your newborn wants to nurse over and over for a few hours. A pediatrician…
- Baby Fever: Symptoms, Causes, and TreatmentFever in a baby is one of the most common reasons parents call us. The number on the thermometer…
- When Do Babies Sleep 7pm to 7am? A Parent’s GuideEvery parent asks some version of this question. When will my baby sleep through the night? The honest…
- Baby Cough – When To Worry and What To Watch For?A coughing baby is unsettling, especially in the middle of the night. The good news is that most baby…
- Water In Newborn Ears – Safety Tips, Myths, and Expert AdviceParents often worry that water splashed into a newborn’s ear during a bath can cause an infection or…
- My Baby Ate Poop, Help! – What Should I Do?It happens, and it is almost always more alarming to the parent than it is dangerous to the child…
- Diaper Rash: Causes, Prevention, and Effective TreatmentDiaper rash is almost universal at some point in the first two years. Most cases are irritant contact…
- Posseting, Overfeeding and Vomiting- Breastfeeding 101 GuideBreastfed babies spit up. It is one of the most common reasons new parents call us, and almost all of…
- Infant Hunger Cues: Recognizing Early Signs Your Baby Needs to FeedBabies communicate hunger long before they start crying. Learning to recognize the early signs makes…
- Why Can’t Babies Eat Honey? Understanding the Risks of Infant BotulismHoney should not be given to any baby under 12 months of age, in any form. The reason is infant…
- The Best Way to Introduce Your Newborn to Siblings: 2026 GuideBringing home a new baby is a significant change for older siblings, not only for parents. Some…
- Dyschezia In Infants : Causes, Symptoms, and How to Help Your BabyMany newborns look like they are in real trouble when they try to have a bowel movement. They strain…
Toddlers
17 guides
Behaviour, development, sleep, and health as your little one grows.
- Does Teething Cause a Fever? What’s Normal and When to Call UsTeething can make your baby warm, but it doesn’t cause a true fever. A pediatrician explains the…
- Baby Eczema: How to Spot It, Soothe It, and Know When to CallBaby eczema causes dry, itchy patches, often on the cheeks and scalp. A pediatrician explains triggers…
- Baby Sleep Regressions by Age: What’s Happening and How to CopeSleep regressions are normal, temporary phases tied to your baby’s development. A pediatrician breaks…
- Swimmer’s Ear or Ear Infection? How to Tell the Difference in Your ChildSwimmer’s ear and middle-ear infections both hurt, but they’re different. A pediatrician explains the…
- Baby Fever: Symptoms, Causes, and TreatmentFever in a baby is one of the most common reasons parents call us. The number on the thermometer…
- Tantrums in 1-Year-Olds: Understanding and Managing Emotional OutburstsTantrums are a normal part of toddler development, not a sign of bad parenting or a problem with your…
- Baby Cough – When To Worry and What To Watch For?A coughing baby is unsettling, especially in the middle of the night. The good news is that most baby…
- Water In Newborn Ears – Safety Tips, Myths, and Expert AdviceParents often worry that water splashed into a newborn’s ear during a bath can cause an infection or…
- My Baby Ate Poop, Help! – What Should I Do?It happens, and it is almost always more alarming to the parent than it is dangerous to the child…
- Diaper Rash: Causes, Prevention, and Effective TreatmentDiaper rash is almost universal at some point in the first two years. Most cases are irritant contact…
- Why Does My Toddler Drink So Much Water?Many toddlers go through phases of drinking more water than usual. Most of the time it reflects normal…
- How to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten: Essential Steps for a Smooth TransitionStarting kindergarten is a major milestone for your child and for you. Families often ask us what a…
- Infant Hunger Cues: Recognizing Early Signs Your Baby Needs to FeedBabies communicate hunger long before they start crying. Learning to recognize the early signs makes…
- How to Pull Out a Baby Tooth SafelyMost first loose teeth take care of themselves. A baby tooth that is ready to come out will wiggle…
- Parental Favoritism: Impact on Sibling Mental Health & DevelopmentParents often notice that they find one child easier to connect with than another at a given stage…
- Signs of ADHD in a 3-Year-Old: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Check InThree-year-olds are supposed to be busy, impulsive, and easily distracted. That is developmentally…
- The Best Way to Introduce Your Newborn to Siblings: 2026 GuideBringing home a new baby is a significant change for older siblings, not only for parents. Some…
Disease Prevention & Management
5 guides
Common childhood illnesses — what to watch for and when to call us.
- Swimmer’s Ear or Ear Infection? How to Tell the Difference in Your ChildSwimmer’s ear and middle-ear infections both hurt, but they’re different. A pediatrician explains the…
- Baby Fever: Symptoms, Causes, and TreatmentFever in a baby is one of the most common reasons parents call us. The number on the thermometer…
- What’s Going Around In Florida? (Illnesses & Infections)Florida has a long respiratory virus season, year-round allergens, and a few regional considerations…
- Strep Throat In Kids and Teens – Symptoms and TreatmentStreptococcal pharyngitis, commonly called strep throat, is one of the most common bacterial infections…
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) : A Parent’s Guide (2026)Most cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease are mild and can be managed at home. This handout covers…
Still not sure? Talk to us.
These guides cover the questions we hear most, but nothing replaces someone laying eyes on your child. Call or text the office — we keep same-day sick visits open, and we would much rather hear from you than have you sit at home wondering.
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