Get the Care Your Child Needs from the Comfort of Your Home with a Convenient TelevisitJul 24, 2024The days of the old-fashioned house call may be over, but televisits provide a great , modern-day substitute. Learn how a televisit can help your child stay healthy without the need to schedule an in-person visit.Continue reading →
How to Survive a Sick Visit With Your ToddlerJun 01, 2024Having a sick child is stressful. And when a trip to the pediatrician is necessary, their illness can be even more challenging. Alleviate tensions with our pro tips for surviving a sick visit with your toddler. Continue reading →
What Every Parent Should Know About the HPV Vaccine May 01, 2024HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a prevalent sexually transmitted disease. It affects millions of teens each year, but you can protect yours with the HPV vaccine. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading →
Common Rashes Children Bring Home From PreschoolApr 16, 2024As your child heads to preschool, they enter a whole new world of social interactions. Of course, they’re learning valuable skills like sharing – and that includes toys, feelings, and rashes. Here are some common rashes your child may bring home.Continue reading →
5 Signs Your Child Could Be Suffering from ADHDMar 01, 2024ADHD symptoms vary from person to person, but there are common signs to look for if you’re concerned about your child’s development. Learn more about behavioral patterns that could indicate your child has ADHD.Continue reading →
4 Most Common Allergies in ChildrenFeb 01, 2024It’s incredibly common for children to have allergies. Keep reading to learn more about how allergic reactions happen and what common allergy triggers are found during childhood. Continue reading →
Start the New Year with a Developmental Assessment for Your ChildJan 16, 2024In the new year, take your child’s health and development into your own hands and get answers to your most pressing concerns. Keep reading to learn more about one of your most powerful tools: developmental assessments. Continue reading →
What Should I Do if I Think My Child Has a Language Disorder?Dec 01, 2023Parents want nothing more than to watch their child grow, develop, and thrive. But not all kids take a straight path through childhood. Keep reading to learn more about language disorders in children, what to look for, and what to do next.Continue reading →
When Does My Child Need a Same-Day Sick Visit?Nov 02, 2023Do you stay home or head out in search of help for your sick kid? In this blog, we unblur the lines and give you a checklist for knowing when a same-day sick visit is right for your child. Continue reading →
When Is the Best Time to Schedule My Child's Annual Flu Shot?Oct 02, 2023Another dreaded flu season is around the corner, so getting your family vaccinated should be a top priority. But when’s the best time? We have the details and answers to your questions here.Continue reading →
3 Invaluable Benefits of Developmental Monitoring and ScreeningSep 01, 2023It’s not easy being a parent, but you don’t have to go it alone. Our pediatric specialists walk you through every stage and phase with our developmental monitoring and screening services. Here’s what to expect. Continue reading →
Common Early Breastfeeding Challenges and How to Overcome ThemAug 02, 2023You’ve heard it before: Breast is best. But what if breastfeeding is also painful, time-consuming, and downright challenging? Here, we walk through some of the hurdles you’re likely to run into and how to get past them. Continue reading →
Schedule Your Adolescent's Sports Physical for the Upcoming School Year NowJul 01, 2023The first day of school is still a few months away, but now is prime time to get your kids ready for a new season. Keep reading to get a complete breakdown of what to expect when you schedule a sports physical. Continue reading →
Positive Parenting: How to Help Your Child with ADHD ThriveJun 01, 2023If your child has ADHD, you can’t help but think about what the rest of their life looks like. You don’t have to wonder any longer when you team up with us and become an active participant in helping your child manage ADHD and thrive in spite of it. Continue reading →
Expecting a Baby? Meet Our Team and Learn About Newborn CareMay 02, 2023It’s almost time to welcome your newest addition, but what do you do when the baby comes? Newborn care can be overwhelming at first, so don’t go it alone. Learn more about our team of pediatricians and what we can do for you and your family. Continue reading →
Answers to FAQs About Routine Childhood ImmunizationsApr 01, 2023You want to do right by your kid, but you have many questions about what’s considered standard care. Here, we answer the questions we get most often about childhood immunizations. Continue reading →
Is Your Teen Getting Enough Sleep?Mar 16, 2023Sleep is a foundational component of your teen's health and wellness. Are you sure they're getting enough? Keep reading to find out and get some straight-from-expert advice on what to do if they aren't. Continue reading →
The Importance of Exercise and Decreased Screen TimeFeb 06, 2023To allow screen time or not to allow it? That is the hot button question crossing parents' minds these days. We’re here to chime in with our thoughts on the matter and offer some healthier alternatives.Continue reading →
How To Tell if Your Child Is Too Sick for SchoolJan 11, 2023Are you stuck between a rock and a hard place, wondering if your kid should stay home sick? Let us help you make the decision. Here are a few things to help you know when to call in a sick day.Continue reading →
RSV vs. Flu: Diagnosing Your Child’s Fever and CoughDec 15, 2022Are you concerned your child might have RSV or the flu? Not all fevers and coughs have the same cause. Click here to learn the difference between RSV and the flu and how to get the right diagnosis. Continue reading →
Wellness Pediatrics Boosters AvailableApr 04, 2022Pfizer COVID vaccine for ages 5 and older BOOSTERS AVAILABLE FOR 12 and older plus parents and grandparents MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY PCR testing for COVID with same day resultsContinue reading →
Resuming Normal Business Hours & TeleVisitsMay 08, 2020Resuming Normal Business Hours & TeleVisits in Fairfax, VA We hope all our families are staying safe & healthy during this pandemic. We want to thank all of you for being patient while we temporarily adjusted our schedule.Continue reading →
TeleVisit Now Available!Apr 06, 2020Wellness Pediatrics is pleased to announce TeleVisit, our new service for Telemedicine, which enables us to bring medical care to your fingertips.Continue reading →
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation SummaryMar 11, 2020COVID-19 Situation Summary by Wellness Pediatrics in FairfaxContinue reading →
Non-covered Services PolicyDec 20, 2019Non-covered Services Policy at Wellness Pediatrics in Fairfax (EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2020) Many services we provide are non-covered services, meaning that they are not paid by any insurance company.Continue reading →
Vaccine Policy of Wellness Pediatrics in Fairfax, VAJun 17, 2019Vaccine Policy of Wellness Pediatrics in Fairfax, VA At Wellness Pediatrics, we believe in the health and well-being of our patients. To better serve our community, we follow the Centers for Disease Control guidelines regarding vaccines.Continue reading →
Measles | Frequently Asked Questions about Measles in U.S. |CDCJun 17, 2019Frequently Asked Questions about Measles Virus in Fairfax, VAContinue reading →
Misconceptions about Seasonal Flu and Flu VaccinesOct 11, 2018Seasonal Flu & Flu Vaccine Misconceptions in Fairfax, VAContinue reading →
Protect Children this Flu Season: Get a Flu Shot!Oct 11, 2018Get a Flu Shot to Protect Children this Flu Season in FairfaxContinue reading →
Improving Children’s Behavioral Health | Features |CDCJun 01, 2018Improve Children’s Behavioral Health in FairfaxContinue reading →
Parents Are the Key to Safe Teen Drivers | I Pledge VideoJun 01, 2018I Pledge Video on Key to Safe Teen Drivers in Fairfax, VA I Pledge Video: It’s proven that parents can make a positive difference when it comes to preventing the number one killer of teens in the United States—car crashes.Continue reading →
Flu: Information for Pregnant Women and Parents or Caregivers of Young ChildrenNov 02, 2017Key Facts About Influenza (Flu) at Wellness PediatricsContinue reading →
Developmental Milestones Matter!Nov 01, 2017Track Child’s Developmental Milestone at Wellness PediatricsContinue reading →
Wellness Pediatrics Office Upgrades to Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Named Athena HealthJun 30, 2017Wellness Pediatrics Office Upgrades to Athena Health EMR Dear Patients: We are pleased to inform you that on Friday, May 26, 2017, our office upgraded to a more efficient Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system named Athena Health.Continue reading →