Tag: babies
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June 4, 2025
Saharan Dust in Texas
Did you know that dust from the Sahara Desert can travel thousands of miles, reaching Texas skies? While Saharan dust helps suppress hurricane activity...Continue Reading
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March 26, 2025
Can Babies Get Strep?
Strep throat is a common bacterial infection in children, but can babies get strep? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...Continue Reading
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January 6, 2025
Recognizing RSV: Symptoms, Care Options, and When to Seek Help
As winter approaches, one virus that can cause major concern for parents is Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). RSV is a common, seasonal virus that can...Continue Reading
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December 30, 2024
Winter Car Seat Safety
Bulky coats, snowsuits, and thick clothing can prevent the car seat harness from fitting securely. These items compress during an accident, creating extra slack...Continue Reading
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October 12, 2022
What is SIDS?
Many of us have heard of SIDS but what is it? and how does it happen? Can we prevent it? SIDS is commonly known...Continue Reading
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August 11, 2022
What You Need To Know About Infant Sleep
Every year in the US, 3,500 infants die of sleep-related infant deaths (SIDS). The American Academy of Pediatrics published an update to recommendations for...Continue Reading
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December 16, 2017
Does Your Child Need to be Tested for RSV?
RSV, short for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is one of the cold viruses seen every year with a season extending from about October through March....Continue Reading
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April 1, 2016
Understanding Insurance Terms: Co-Pays, Deductibles and Facility Fees
At Little Spurs we accept many kinds of insurances including Medicaid Superior, TRICARE, and BCBS. A full list can be found here: https://www.littlespurspedi.com/insurance.php With health...Continue Reading
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March 15, 2016
Where to take your child: ER or Pediatric Urgent Care?
Imagine your child is ill or has just sustained an injury. How do you know whether you should go to the Emergency Room or...Continue Reading
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February 23, 2016
Squashing a Stomach Bug
What is Gastroenteritis? Gastroenteritis, commonly known as “a stomach bug,” or “stomach flu,” is an inflammation or infection of the intestines. It typically causes...Continue Reading
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February 11, 2016
Finding Medical Care on Medicaid
If your child has Medicaid and is in need of a doctor, you should always try calling your child’s primary care provider for an...Continue Reading
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September 5, 2015
Hazards in the Home
Its Baby Safety Month! Here are some tips to child proof your home: Tip #1. Look out for loose cords! This can be window...Continue Reading