One common question often asked of pediatricians “Does my child need to take a daily vitamin?” For most otherwise healthy children, the short answer is “No.” For children with certain health issues or demands, then the more nuanced answer is “Maybe.” Let’s voyage into...
With summer winding down, parents now shift their focus to getting their children ready for school and entering fall sports activities. With that in mind, it is important to talk a little bit about injury prevention as the kids head back to the field, court, or gym....
Do you find yourself constantly wiping runny noses, soothing persistent coughs, or noticing red, itchy skin on your children? It’s not uncommon for parents to worry when their child seems to be frequently battling allergy-like symptoms, especially when siblings or...
Stomach flu (or gastroenteritis) is an incredibly frustrating illness to deal with as a parent. It is very contagious and can cause major and dramatic symptoms immediately, but for some children, it can cause ongoing lingering symptoms for a few weeks afterwards. What...
WHEN and HOW does a parent start the potty-training process? Potty readiness is all about your child. There are many unique styles for how to potty train a toddler, which is a good thing because each child is different! Choose what will work best for YOUR family. Get...
Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures and pediatric specialist Dr. Christopher Lin offer an individualized approach to general pediatric and sports medicine care that enhances the health and knowledge of patients and their families in Orange County, California.
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