{"id":83,"date":"2026-05-07T17:05:28","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T17:05:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=83"},"modified":"2026-05-14T15:58:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T15:58:22","slug":"pediatric-consultation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=83","title":{"rendered":"Pediatric consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"83\" class=\"elementor elementor-83\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cf819d e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1cf819d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8118973 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8118973\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-51ee0a0 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"51ee0a0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7932213 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"7932213\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Well-child visits<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cba6fce elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"cba6fce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Growth and developmental monitoring<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be2936d elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"be2936d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Vaccinations<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e55ba9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"2e55ba9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Infant and child nutrition guidance<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03c924e elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"03c924e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Common childhood illnesses<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28c69de elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"28c69de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Chronic disease follow-up<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-98f13a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"98f13a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=416\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Pediatric second opinions<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3080920 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3080920\" data-element_type=\"container\" 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wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7b62ecd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f132d23 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"f132d23\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2520\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2520\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How often should I take my child for check-ups? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2520\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c3e718 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6c3e718\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6d8f77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c6d8f77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"215\">Regular pediatric visits are important to monitor your child\u2019s growth, development, nutrition, and overall health. Well-child visits are typically recommended:<\/p><ul data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"332\"><li data-section-id=\"ys92my\" data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"246\">During the newborn period<\/li><li data-section-id=\"at5sfw\" data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"286\">At regular intervals during infancy<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1ms74ok\" data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"332\">Annually during childhood and adolescence<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"435\">These visits also help ensure vaccines are up to date and allow early detection of health concerns.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2521\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2521\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Signs of healthy growth in children <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2521\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-489502d e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"489502d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-703ea1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"703ea1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"557\">Every child grows at their own pace, but healthy growth often includes:<\/p><ul data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"739\"><li data-section-id=\"d5x5sz\" data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"592\">Steady weight and height gain<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1cn17ki\" data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"624\">Age-appropriate development<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1w4sipk\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"650\">Healthy eating habits<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1w3bney\" data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"686\">Good energy levels and activity<\/li><li data-section-id=\"g8khcj\" data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"705\">Adequate sleep<\/li><li data-section-id=\"zvtz3n\" data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"739\">Social and emotional progress<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"830\">Routine pediatric evaluations help track growth and developmental milestones over time.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2522\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2522\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Fever: when should I be concerned? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2522\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-178f276 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"178f276\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d77ab7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d77ab7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1009\">Fever is a common response to infection and is not always dangerous. However, medical evaluation may be needed if your child has:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1183\"><li data-section-id=\"qvwx4j\" data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1035\">Difficulty breathing<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1w4l9q0\" data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1074\">Extreme sleepiness or irritability<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1fwa8sa\" data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1099\">Signs of dehydration<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1aetmen\" data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1120\">Persistent fever<\/li><li data-section-id=\"2f9gkc\" data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1133\">Seizures<\/li><li data-section-id=\"fbk1jc\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1150\">Poor feeding<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1qaehw\" data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1183\">Fever in a very young infant<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1264\">Parents should also seek care if they feel their child appears unusually ill.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2523\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2523\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Cough in children: what to do and what to avoid? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2523\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e63ff43 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e63ff43\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb1424c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fb1424c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1404\">Coughing helps clear the airways and is common during respiratory infections.<\/p><p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1404\">What you can do:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1573\"><li data-section-id=\"ni9y5t\" data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1450\">Encourage hydration<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1eilgpj\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1486\">Use saline drops if recommended<\/li><li data-section-id=\"a3cogu\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1528\">Keep the child comfortable and rested<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1s2e4qt\" data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1573\">Follow medical advice for symptom relief<\/li><\/ul><p>What to avoid:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1573\"><li data-section-id=\"1e524i1\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1641\">Giving medications without medical guidance<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o768kf\" data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1663\">Exposure to smoke<\/li><li data-section-id=\"y1kw6h\" data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1725\">Home remedies not recommended by healthcare professionals<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1837\">Medical evaluation is important if the cough is severe, persistent, or associated with breathing difficulty.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2524\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2524\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Vaccination schedule <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2524\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1442c9d e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1442c9d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e45916b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e45916b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1992\">Vaccines help protect children from serious infectious diseases and are an essential part of preventive pediatric care.<\/p><p data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2049\">Following the recommended vaccination schedule helps:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2170\"><li data-section-id=\"o5o6a5\" data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2083\">Strengthen the immune system<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1qkcp7l\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2125\">Prevent complications from infections<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1awlla8\" data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2170\">Protect both the child and the community<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2277\">Your pediatrician can guide you on the appropriate vaccines based on your child\u2019s age and health needs.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2525\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2525\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Complementary feeding <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2525\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fc37ed e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4fc37ed\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2378036 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2378036\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p 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id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2526\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2526\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Pediatric constipation <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2526\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6df59b0 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6df59b0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be84547 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"be84547\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2871\">Constipation is common in children and may cause discomfort, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits.<\/p><p data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2911\">Common contributing factors include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"3021\"><li data-section-id=\"1pzwugq\" data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2933\">Low fiber intake<\/li><li data-section-id=\"etm5mp\" data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2958\">Inadequate hydration<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1981g9x\" data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2989\">Changes in routine or diet<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1hpdktt\" data-start=\"2990\" data-end=\"3021\">Stool withholding behaviors<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3124\">Healthy eating habits, fluids, and medical guidance can help improve symptoms and bowel regularity.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-2527\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-2527\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Common respiratory infections <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-2527\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e9ea75 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1e9ea75\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16b7de4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"16b7de4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3283\">Respiratory infections are frequent during childhood and are often caused by viruses. Common symptoms may include:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3371\"><li data-section-id=\"617u7y\" data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3294\">Cough<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1cdqul2\" data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3315\">Nasal congestion<\/li><li data-section-id=\"176mgru\" data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3325\">Fever<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1tbl9cn\" data-start=\"3326\" data-end=\"3341\">Sore throat<\/li><li data-section-id=\"xheddo\" data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3371\">Mild breathing discomfort<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3537\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Most infections improve with supportive care, rest, and hydration. However, medical attention may be necessary if symptoms worsen or breathing difficulties develop.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Well-child visits Growth and developmental monitoring Vaccinations Infant and child nutrition guidance Common childhood illnesses Chronic disease follow-up Pediatric second opinions How often should I take my child for check-ups? Regular pediatric visits are important to monitor your child\u2019s growth, development, nutrition, and overall health. Well-child visits are typically recommended: During the newborn period At regular intervals during infancy Annually during childhood and adolescence These visits also help ensure vaccines are up to date and allow early detection of health concerns. Signs of healthy growth in children Every child grows at their own pace, but healthy growth often includes: Steady weight and height gain Age-appropriate development Healthy eating habits Good energy levels and activity Adequate sleep Social and emotional progress Routine pediatric evaluations help track growth and developmental milestones over time. Fever: when should I be concerned? Fever is a common response to infection and is not always dangerous. However, medical evaluation may be needed if your child has: Difficulty breathing Extreme sleepiness or irritability Signs of dehydration Persistent fever Seizures Poor feeding Fever in a very young infant Parents should also seek care if they feel their child appears unusually ill. Cough in children: what to do and what to avoid? Coughing helps clear the airways and is common during respiratory infections. What you can do: Encourage hydration Use saline drops if recommended Keep the child comfortable and rested Follow medical advice for symptom relief What to avoid: Giving medications without medical guidance Exposure to smoke Home remedies not recommended by healthcare professionals Medical evaluation is important if the cough is severe, persistent, or associated with breathing difficulty. Vaccination schedule Vaccines help protect children from serious infectious diseases and are an essential part of preventive pediatric care. Following the recommended vaccination schedule helps: Strengthen the immune system Prevent complications from infections Protect both the child and the community Your pediatrician can guide you on the appropriate vaccines based on your child\u2019s age and health needs. Complementary feeding Complementary feeding begins when infants are developmentally ready for foods in addition to breast milk or formula. Key recommendations include: Introducing nutritious foods gradually Offering a variety of textures and flavors Encouraging healthy eating habits early Monitoring for possible food reactions A balanced diet supports healthy growth and development during infancy and childhood. Pediatric constipation Constipation is common in children and may cause discomfort, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits. Common contributing factors include: Low fiber intake Inadequate hydration Changes in routine or diet Stool withholding behaviors Healthy eating habits, fluids, and medical guidance can help improve symptoms and bowel regularity. Common respiratory infections Respiratory infections are frequent during childhood and are often caused by viruses. Common symptoms may include: Cough Nasal congestion Fever Sore throat Mild breathing discomfort Most infections improve with supportive care, rest, and hydration. However, medical attention may be necessary if symptoms worsen or breathing difficulties develop. Regular pediatric visits are important to monitor your child\u2019s growth, development, nutrition, and overall health. Well-child visits are typically recommended: During the newborn period At regular intervals during infancy Annually during childhood and adolescence These visits also help ensure vaccines are up to date and allow early detection of health concerns. Every child grows at their own pace, but healthy growth often includes: Steady weight and height gain Age-appropriate development Healthy eating habits Good energy levels and activity Adequate sleep Social and emotional progress Routine pediatric evaluations help track growth and developmental milestones over time. Fever is a common response to infection and is not always dangerous. However, medical evaluation may be needed if your child has: Difficulty breathing Extreme sleepiness or irritability Signs of dehydration Persistent fever Seizures Poor feeding Fever in a very young infant Parents should also seek care if they feel their child appears unusually ill. Coughing helps clear the airways and is common during respiratory infections. What you can do: Encourage hydration Use saline drops if recommended Keep the child comfortable and rested Follow medical advice for symptom relief What to avoid: Giving medications without medical guidance Exposure to smoke Home remedies not recommended by healthcare professionals Medical evaluation is important if the cough is severe, persistent, or associated with breathing difficulty. Vaccines help protect children from serious infectious diseases and are an essential part of preventive pediatric care. Following the recommended vaccination schedule helps: Strengthen the immune system Prevent complications from infections Protect both the child and the community Your pediatrician can guide you on the appropriate vaccines based on your child\u2019s age and health needs. Complementary feeding begins when infants are developmentally ready for foods in addition to breast milk or formula. Key recommendations include: Introducing nutritious foods gradually Offering a variety of textures and flavors Encouraging healthy eating habits early Monitoring for possible food reactions A balanced diet supports healthy growth and development during infancy and childhood. Constipation is common in children and may cause discomfort, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits. Common contributing factors include: Low fiber intake Inadequate hydration Changes in routine or diet Stool withholding behaviors Healthy eating habits, fluids, and medical guidance can help improve symptoms and bowel regularity. Respiratory infections are frequent during childhood and are often caused by viruses. Common symptoms may include: Cough Nasal congestion Fever Sore throat Mild breathing discomfort Most infections improve with supportive care, rest, and hydration. However, medical attention may be necessary if symptoms worsen or breathing difficulties develop.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-83","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Pediatric consultation - JAQUELINE DE LOERA LAMAS PEDIATRICS<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/victoria-m2-0426.wordifysites.com\/?page_id=83\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Pediatric consultation - JAQUELINE DE LOERA LAMAS PEDIATRICS\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Well-child visits Growth and developmental monitoring Vaccinations Infant and child nutrition guidance Common childhood illnesses Chronic disease follow-up Pediatric second opinions How often should I take my child for check-ups? Regular pediatric visits are important to monitor your child\u2019s growth, development, nutrition, and overall health. Well-child visits are typically recommended: During the newborn period At regular intervals during infancy Annually during childhood and adolescence These visits also help ensure vaccines are up to date and allow early detection of health concerns. Signs of healthy growth in children Every child grows at their own pace, but healthy growth often includes: Steady weight and height gain Age-appropriate development Healthy eating habits Good energy levels and activity Adequate sleep Social and emotional progress Routine pediatric evaluations help track growth and developmental milestones over time. Fever: when should I be concerned? Fever is a common response to infection and is not always dangerous. However, medical evaluation may be needed if your child has: Difficulty breathing Extreme sleepiness or irritability Signs of dehydration Persistent fever Seizures Poor feeding Fever in a very young infant Parents should also seek care if they feel their child appears unusually ill. Cough in children: what to do and what to avoid? Coughing helps clear the airways and is common during respiratory infections. What you can do: Encourage hydration Use saline drops if recommended Keep the child comfortable and rested Follow medical advice for symptom relief What to avoid: Giving medications without medical guidance Exposure to smoke Home remedies not recommended by healthcare professionals Medical evaluation is important if the cough is severe, persistent, or associated with breathing difficulty. Vaccination schedule Vaccines help protect children from serious infectious diseases and are an essential part of preventive pediatric care. Following the recommended vaccination schedule helps: Strengthen the immune system Prevent complications from infections Protect both the child and the community Your pediatrician can guide you on the appropriate vaccines based on your child\u2019s age and health needs. Complementary feeding Complementary feeding begins when infants are developmentally ready for foods in addition to breast milk or formula. Key recommendations include: Introducing nutritious foods gradually Offering a variety of textures and flavors Encouraging healthy eating habits early Monitoring for possible food reactions A balanced diet supports healthy growth and development during infancy and childhood. Pediatric constipation Constipation is common in children and may cause discomfort, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits. Common contributing factors include: Low fiber intake Inadequate hydration Changes in routine or diet Stool withholding behaviors Healthy eating habits, fluids, and medical guidance can help improve symptoms and bowel regularity. Common respiratory infections Respiratory infections are frequent during childhood and are often caused by viruses. Common symptoms may include: Cough Nasal congestion Fever Sore throat Mild breathing discomfort Most infections improve with supportive care, rest, and hydration. However, medical attention may be necessary if symptoms worsen or breathing difficulties develop. Regular pediatric visits are important to monitor your child\u2019s growth, development, nutrition, and overall health. Well-child visits are typically recommended: During the newborn period At regular intervals during infancy Annually during childhood and adolescence These visits also help ensure vaccines are up to date and allow early detection of health concerns. Every child grows at their own pace, but healthy growth often includes: Steady weight and height gain Age-appropriate development Healthy eating habits Good energy levels and activity Adequate sleep Social and emotional progress Routine pediatric evaluations help track growth and developmental milestones over time. Fever is a common response to infection and is not always dangerous. However, medical evaluation may be needed if your child has: Difficulty breathing Extreme sleepiness or irritability Signs of dehydration Persistent fever Seizures Poor feeding Fever in a very young infant Parents should also seek care if they feel their child appears unusually ill. Coughing helps clear the airways and is common during respiratory infections. What you can do: Encourage hydration Use saline drops if recommended Keep the child comfortable and rested Follow medical advice for symptom relief What to avoid: Giving medications without medical guidance Exposure to smoke Home remedies not recommended by healthcare professionals Medical evaluation is important if the cough is severe, persistent, or associated with breathing difficulty. Vaccines help protect children from serious infectious diseases and are an essential part of preventive pediatric care. Following the recommended vaccination schedule helps: Strengthen the immune system Prevent complications from infections Protect both the child and the community Your pediatrician can guide you on the appropriate vaccines based on your child\u2019s age and health needs. Complementary feeding begins when infants are developmentally ready for foods in addition to breast milk or formula. 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