Apr 2, 2018 | Parents Ask
Q: With so many things going on in the news about kids, suicide and school violence, how do I speak to my child and what should I say? – Allison, Glendale A: As acts of violence continue to shock us and shake us to our core we, as adults, have a hard time...
Feb 2, 2018 | Parents Ask
By Dan Williams Q: My seven-year-old always seems to be watching TV, playing on her iPad or picking up my phone to play games. How much is too much and how can I make screen time more educational? – Valerie from Anthem A: Children in earlier generations played...
Aug 1, 2017 | Medical, Parents Ask
Parents often report that they are not always sure what issues they should be concerned about with their children’s feet. Here, a podiatrist answers common questions posed by parents. Q: What are the most common foot problems that children have? A: We most often see...
Jun 30, 2017 | Medical, Parents Ask
By Dr. Linda Lau, M.D., FAAFP Q: My daughter tends to have a lot of stomach problems. How do I know if it is just a regular stomach bug, a really bad virus, or even a parasite? Also, when should I see a doctor? A: As a parent, it’s not easy to hear your teary-eyed...
May 4, 2017 | Health & Fitness, Parents Ask
By Dr. Allison Kaplan Q: “Living in Arizona, I know that sun protection is extremely important. There are so many sun screens to choose from. As a parent, what should I be looking for in the SPF number and is there a difference between the lotions and the sprays?” –...
Feb 10, 2017 | Parents Ask
Question: We are constantly having a battle about cell phone usage at our house. It seems my child is addicted to her phone. What can we do? Noelle – Scottsdale Answer: Cell phone usage has increased exponentially over the past 10 years. Seventy-eight percent...
