Teaching Responsibility to Kids
“I do it!!!” your toddler says loudly, for the fifth time this morning, as she tries unsuccessfully to put on her own socks. Earlier she wanted to put her own shirt on, brush her own teeth, and even pour her
Fire Safety Tips for Families
We don’t want to think about emergency situations happening to our children and family, but the reality is that it’s important to not only think about them, but also to plan ahead for their eventuality. One such emergency situation is
Earthquake Safety Tips for Families
It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year. Of these, only about 100 a year cause damage, but the fact remains that earthquakes are not uncommon, and it’s wise to prepare for one. Most
It’s Cold and Flu Season!
You pick your child up from daycare and his teacher tells you he’s been clingy and crying over little things all day. By dinner time, he’s getting the sniffles, doesn’t want to eat (even though you made his favorite!), and
The Stomach Flu in Kids
One minute your child is complaining of a stomach ache, and the next minute you find yourself running to get something under him or her to catch vomit! Gastroenteritis, or the “stomach flu” as it is sometimes called, is a
What Should You Do If Your Child Has An Open Wound?
You are at the playground with your child. She is running around and having fun. Suddenly, you hear crying and see that she has cut her arm on a sharp edge of the playground equipment. Your child has an open
What should you do if your child has a sore throat?
“Mommy, it hurts to swallow”, your child says as she looks up at you with a sad face and holds her throat. Sore throats have many possible root causes. It can sometimes be hard to decide when your child’s sore
It’s Halloween! Avoid a Food Allergy
Reading before Eating Always read the ingredient label on any treat your child receives. Many popular Halloween candies contain some of the most common allergens, such as peanuts or tree nuts, milk, egg, soy or wheat. If the ingredients are
Ear Care For Children And Why It’s Important
Our ears are an essential part of our body, and without them, there’s so much we wouldn’t be able to experience. This is why it’s so important to take care of your child’s ears to help prevent damage. Here’s some
Why Choose MVP Pediatric & Urgent Care?
In Los Angeles and Los Angeles County, there are plenty of adult urgent cares. But when your child faces a serious health injury, you may find that there are not enough similar locations for children when things are simply urgent.