by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Mar 2, 2020 | Mommy
Today is National Read Across America Day! (It’s also Dr. Seuss’s Birthday!) Everyone knows that reading is important, since we use it in our lives every single day. More than 75% of all jobs today require at least a 9th-grade reading level. Plus, higher...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Feb 29, 2020 | Doc, Mommy
Do you know a kid with a broken heart? I’m not talking about puppy love. Or a teenager devastated after a break-up. I’m talking about kids whose hearts are truly physically broken. Kids whose hearts have to be repaired or else a normal life just...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Feb 27, 2020 | Doc, Popular
Confused about the new coronavirus strain in the news? Read on for info on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) – and how you can work on protecting your kids from it. If you’re anything like the parents I’ve come across in my practice – you’re likely worried...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Feb 7, 2020 | Mommy
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s time to get mentally prepared for the influx of sweets! No matter how hard I try to avoid it, it’s inevitable in a house with 5 kids, ages 2-14. From lollipops, to cookies and cakes – I know...
by Petra K. McEwan, MD | Feb 1, 2020 | Lesson
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