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.
A Guide to Autism Books for Children and Parents
Finding the right books can be a quiet act of love — whether you’re helping your child feel understood, or deepening your own understanding of their world. Here’s a thoughtful guide to some of the best autism books available, with suggestions for both children and parents. Before you choose, one of the most meaningful things…
How to treat constipation in an infant
Constipation in Infants: Symptoms, Treatment and When to Call a Doctor Parents often worry about their child’s constipation. But most cases are nothing serious. In fact, many babies don’t even poop regularly until around 3 months old. And it’s normal for some babies to go longer without bowel movement than others. If you notice any…
Food Allergies For Babies
Starting to feed a baby solid foods is an exciting milestone for parents. However, it comes with a lot of questions and concerns, especially about food allergies. What foods are most likely to cause allergies in babies? How do you avoid them? Emerging research has shown that introducing multiple foods together is safe, and may…
How much should newborns eat?
Even when babies no longer act hungry, some parents worry about whether all of their nutritional needs are being met. Every baby is different. Learn how much and how often your baby will likely breastfeed during the first days, weeks, and months of life. One of the most common questions new parents have is how…
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…
