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Pediatric Care Information for Parents and Grandparents

Preventing Drowning

After birth defects, drowning is the number one cause of death in children between the ages of 1-4.  Learn more in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Children and Insects

Preventing insect bites in children is the best policy.
Learn more in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Making the First Day of School Easier

Starting school can cause your child anxiety.  Learn more in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Separation Anxiety

Separation from family can induce anxiety.  Learn more in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Teens and Tobacco

Most smokers start smoking before the age of 18.  Learn more in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Media Use

Should you develop a media use plan for your children?  Find out in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Enhancing Your Child's Language

How important is enhancing your child's language?  Find out in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Water Fluoridation

Is water fluoridation good or bad for your child's teeth?  Find out in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Crying

What does it mean when your baby cries?  Find out in this short video with Joanie Holm, CNP.

Adoption

​Adoption has significant benefits for everyone involved — adoptive families, birth mothers and adopted children.

Sunscreen and Skin Safety

​You and your child can safely enjoy the outdoors
and sunshine! Joanie Holm, CNP, provides 
suggestions about sun protection for children.

Teething

Joanie Holm, CNP, gives parenting advice on how to deal with a teething child. 

Preventing Tooth Decay

Sugary drinks and bacteria contribute to infant tooth decay. This video offers some preventive measures.

Bathing Your Baby

Bathing can be fun for you and your baby. This video provides information about bathing your baby before and after the umbilical cord falls off.

Putting Your Baby to Sleep

This little sleep tip has the potential for helping you and your baby get the sleep you all need and deserve!

When to Take Your Child to the Doctor

When a relatively happy baby becomes difficult to console and has difficulty eating or sleeping, it is time to seek medical care.

Infant Development

​Many parents worry about their baby's development. In general, babies develop as one would expect, from head to toe.

Honey

​Honey and home canned foods should be avoided during your baby's first year to avoid infant botulism.

Temper Tantrums

​Children have temper tantrums to express themselves. Parents will learn to relax and deal with the tantrum, while keeping their child safe.

Vaccines for Pre-Teens

​Immunizations are safe for children of all ages. Follow the Center for Disease Control’s recommendation and have your preteen and teens immunized.

Brain Development

Babies are learning from day one! Talk, read, and sing to your baby often. One on one interaction is much more important than allowing screentime.

Infant Elimination

​Parents are often concerned about their infant’s stools. Learn about elimination so you will be prepared for the inevitable variations you will encounter.

Skin

The skin is a living, breathing organ that needs observation and gentle care. Learn about normal variations in the skin of your newborn.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

​To reduce the incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, infants should sleep on their back in an approved crib, without blankets or pillows. Learn about risk factors for SIDS in this short video.

Babies and Animals

​With proper supervision, your pet and baby can often co-exist. Learn easy steps to enhance the attachment.

Second Hand Smoke

​There is no safe smoke exposure for infants and children. Protect your child by avoiding smoke.

Your Baby's Vision

​An infant sees best at the 8-10 inch range and why parents and caregivers are encouraged to hold the infant at this distance for singing and talking.

Vitamin D

​Infants who are breast fed need Vitamin D supplementation to provide for strong bones.

Car Safety During Winter Weather

​​Joanie Holm, CNP discusses how to dress your baby for winter safety in the car seat.

Winter Clothing

​Joanie Holm, CNP talks about the basics of dressing your child for winter.

Concrete Thinking

​​Joanie Holm, CNP explores the concept of how children develop concrete thinking as they grow.

Concussions

Joanie Holm, CNP provides a review of concussion prevention and symptom awareness.

Connection with Your Child

Joanie Holm, CNP, conveys how strong family relationships decrease health risk.

Decision Making

Joanie Holm, CNP provides information on how to help your child learn to make decisions.

Introducing Peanut Products

Joanie Holm, CNP explores changes in infant nutrition recommendations.

Over the Counter Medications

​Joanie Holm, CNP advises using caution with all medications for children.

Play, A Child's Work

​Joanie Holm, CNP discusses the value of child's play.

Reading

​Joanie Holm, CNP discusses how reading with your child sets a foundation for lifelong learning.

Swaddling

​Joanie Holm, CNP demonstrates swaddling and the benefits of holding your baby close.

Welcoming a New Sibling

​Joanie Holm provides suggestions for helping your child adjust to life with a new sibling.
Learn More About The Prairie Doc

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