Going back to school is an exciting time of year. Here are some safety tips: It’s important that they be aware of their surroundings and are alert. This means that… read more →
Make homework more organized with apps Get children involved in after school activities to easily make friends If you are a working parent, have after school care prearranged, and have… read more →
Here are ways parents can help prevent access to medicine. When child proofing your home, add medicine safety to that checklist. As your child becomes more independent, this may include… read more →
Summer is upon us. Here are five summer safety tips for kids. Your kids are going to want to refresh after a hot day. The first thing they’re going to… read more →
Younger children are at a greater risk of drowning than older children and adults. Sadly, Florida leads the nation in drowning deaths for children aged 1-4 and is second in… read more →
Did you know that in Florida rip currents are responsible for more deaths than hurricanes, tornadoes, and lightning combined in an average year? Rip currents resulted in the drowning… read more →
Swimming You might not realize it, but swimming is a total body workout. Luckily here in Florida, we can swim just about year round. Bike riding Bike riding is not… read more →
It’s important to encourage healthy reading habits in children. Good reading skills are a necessity for life long success. In today’s world with the internet and social media being so… read more →
Spring Break is right around the corner. Some of you might have a grand vacation planned or maybe your child is going to camp. If neither of those are… read more →
Are you looking for something fun to do with the kids in January? Look no further, West Coast Pediatrics has you covered! The Manatee County Fair is back from January… read more →