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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Understanding and Managing Chronic Constipation in Children

If you have dealt with your child struggling with chronic constipation, you know the repercussions on their lives are significant, affecting their immune system, sleep, energy levels, and emotional regulation. If you have exhausted various remedies, including diet changes, prune juice, probiotics, and even Miralax, this is for you. We’ll delve into the genuine root causes of chronic constipation, extending beyond nutritional imbalances, and provide drug-free options to enhance your child’s quality of life. 

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Antibiotics and Kids: What Parents Need to Know About Side Effects

Today, we dive into a topic that affects countless families – the use of antibiotics in infants and young children. Antibiotics can play a pivotal role in saving lives, but as parents, we must be aware of their potential impact on our children’s health. This blog aims to empower and educate on the far-reaching effects of antibiotics.

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Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

What is Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)?

In this article, we will explore what SPD is, its symptoms, causes and triggers, and all available care options. If you feel like you’ve tried everything and are running out of hope as your child’s sensory issues spill over into chronic challenges like ADHD, anxiety, and even autism, then this article is for you!

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Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety can cast a shadow on your child’s daily life. It can be absolutely heartbreaking to see your child be afraid or worried about even the smallest things and then as they get older, added school pressures and any social challenges children and teenagers experience can be peppered with moments of unease and worry as well. In this article, we will delve into the what is anxiety.

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Pediatrics Dr. Tony Ebel, D.C. Pediatrics Dr. Tony Ebel, D.C.

The Early Signs of Autism: How to Spot the Symptoms

Too often these gut feelings of concern that parents have early in their child’s life are dismissed by their pediatrician. If you’ve heard phrases like “don’t worry, they’ll grow out of it” and “that’s totally normal” and they didn’t sit well with you, then this article is definitely for you.

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Pediatrics Dr. Tony Ebel, D.C. Pediatrics Dr. Tony Ebel, D.C.

What is The Perfect Storm?

In just 1-2 generations (not near enough time for genetics to actually change much at all), rates of chronic illness in kids have been rising quickly to absolutely horrendous, troubling levels. The Perfect Storm is something happening right in front of us again and again.

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Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Navigating the Challenges of Tongue Ties in Newborns

One of the most talked about topics concerning infants' and babies' health is tongue ties. It is becoming increasingly blamed for numerous pediatric health conditions. If you are wondering if your child has a tongue tie and if it is the reason behind their struggles, we want to help you sort that out!

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Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Pediatrics, Family Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Turning Challenges into Triumphs: How to Help Your Child With Bedwetting

If you have tried various methods such as sleep studies, nighttime alarms, water restriction before bedtime and waking your child up to use the bathroom but still haven't found answers or resolutions, please know this, you are not alone. There are steps you can take to empower your child and address their bedwetting.

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