The hot weather and intense UV rays of the summer are here, and while this is a fun time of the year for many families, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the basics of hot weather safety for kids. Both infants and children sweat less than adults, which reduces their ability to cool down, making… Continue Reading
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Changes in Insurance Participation Effective July 1, 2022
Effective July 1, 2022 we will no longer be accepting the following Medicaid Managed Care Health Plans: AmeriHealth Caritas of North Carolina Carolina Complete Health ***If you wish to keep either of these plans, you will need to transfer your child’s care to a provider who is in network*** To continue seeing our providers you… Continue Reading
Cambios en la Participación del Seguro Efectivo 1 de julio de 2022
A partir del 1 de julio de 2022, ya no aceptaremos lo siguiente Planes de salud de atención administrada de Medicaid: AmeriHealth Caritas of North Carolina Carolina Complete Health ***Si desea mantener cualquiera de estos planes, deberá transferir el cuidado de su hijo a un proveedor que esté en la red*** Para continuar viendo a… Continue Reading
8 Brain Games to Keep Kids Sharp During Summer
Summer vacation has begun, which means your children are enjoying a well-deserved break, but how much of a break is too much? While vacation is meant to be relaxing, too much time away from a routine and regular lessons can lead to summer learning loss. In fact, studies have found that the average student loses… Continue Reading
10 Healthy Summer Activities for Kids
While there is a lot of excitement about summer being just around the corner, the amount of free time may have parents wondering about potential healthy summer activities that their families can partake in this season. For many, summer seems like the perfect time to get outdoors, exercise, and be active, but for our next… Continue Reading
5 Fun Things to Do in Wake Forest this Summer
With a change of season comes a revitalized calendar of events, so we wanted to prepare you with a rundown of all the fun things to do in Wake Forest this summer! On the one hand, the hot summer days can drag on, and you may run out of entertainment options for your kids sooner… Continue Reading
6 Healthy Snacks for Kids
There is always that point in the day when the kids are looking for a quick snack. Once they’ve gotten the chance to enjoy it, the fun continues. To ensure your kids are ready to take on the next adventure, it is important to give them snacks to keep them healthy, happy, and satisfied. This… Continue Reading
10 Common Childhood Illnesses
If you are a parent, you probably know the difficulties of dealing with a sick child. While many of these illnesses are unpleasant, luckily they are not usually serious. However, you should know the basics of the most common illnesses your child might get. Continue Reading
The Importance of Play in Child Development
We’ve all heard “All work, no play” but for children, the play can also be the work. During childhood development, the activities that may seem less essential to us can have a big impact on their progress. Taking the time to understand the different meaningful aspects in a child’s day could make their actions even… Continue Reading
6 Instagram Accounts for Parents to Follow in 2022
Since its introduction to society in 2010, Instagram has created a defining place for itself in many people’s lives. Here at Wake Forest Pediatric Associates, we know the presence of the platform can leave all parents wondering whether it has a helpful (or harmful) effect. While both can be true, there is merit to discover.… Continue Reading
