Las Vegas Child Health Resources from Dr. Eileen Shi, Board Certified Pediatrician
Having health information and guidance you can trust is so important as a parent. You'll find article son healthy babies, growing children, nutrition and more here in the Little Roots blog.
Childhood Fevers Made Simple: A Holistic Approach
When is a fever too high for a child? This is a question I get asked often by worried parents, as high childhood fevers can be dangerous or signify that something serious is going on. The truth is, it is difficult to judge just based on your child’s temperature how severe the illness is. Both…
Does my baby have colic?
Colic is frequent, prolonged and intense crying or fussiness in a healthy infant. Colic can be particularly frustrating for parents because the baby’s distress occurs for no apparent reason and no amount of consoling seems to bring any relief. All newborns cry and get fussy sometimes. During the first 3 months of life, they cry…
When to introduce water in your baby’s first year?
You may wonder when it is safe to start giving your baby water. Whether you are breastfeeding or formula feeding, learn how and at what age to get started. Before 6 months, breastmilk or formula is both food and drink for your baby. It is all they need, even in hot weather. Giving your baby…
Childhood Allergy Testing
The Basics of Allergy Testing for Children Allergy testing in recent years has been growing in popularity and understandably so. Many families want their children tested for allergies after experiencing an allergic reaction to confirm the suspected allergen, some want testing done to prevent exposure to a common allergen known in family history. To first…
Well Child Vaccines: What you need to know
Pediatric vaccines play a role in building immunity by giving your child protection against bacterial and viral infections commonly found in the general population. The American Academy of Pediatrics abides by the CDC-recommended schedule for vaccinations for children. However, we understand that every parent and family need time to discuss and ask questions about the…
Nebulizers and Children
How to use a nebulizer? A nebulizer is a device that sprays a fine, liquid mist of medicine. It is often used in younger children who can’t use inhalers. The device has an air compressor, a cup for medicine, and tubing connected to a mouthpiece or mask. Your child breathes in the medicine through the…
Managing ADHD: How to help your child focus
Many children and especially those with ADHD struggle with focus in class and completing homework assignments and tasks at home. They may start one task, then completely forget about it or the task may never get addressed due to procrastination and lack of follow-through. The good news is, without medication, there are several key ways…
Top 5 Holistic Parenting Books: Pediatrician Recommended
Here are five holistic parenting books every naturally-minded parent should read. Although there is no blueprint for parenting, these books provide helpful insights into understanding children’s development, your role and interaction with them, and how to set positive reinforcement to empower your children. The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children by Shefali Tsabary, PhDWell-written…
Your Baby is Almost One Year Old: Tips from a Holistic Pediatrician
As a holistic pediatrician and mother with experience in caring for babies, I know how important it is to understand normal development in infants. In this article, I’ll share some tips on caregiving and cultural variations, as well as milestones that babies typically reach in their first year of life. Physical Development in the First…
