When is it more than just a cold?

Jan 25, 2014 | Infant and Child Health

Although not yet widespread, winter virus and flu season in Florida is in full swing. While flu cases remain relatively mild here in Sarasota, we are seeing a flux of new cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), which can be particularly dangerous for babies....

Sleepless in Sarasota?

Jan 13, 2014 | Parenting

Is your child misbehaving or simply missing sleep? I talk with parents every day about baffling behavioral challenges in their children. More often than not, the conversation quickly turns to sleep. Too little sleep, to be precise. It’s estimated that seven out of 10...

Make New Year’s Resolutions a Family Affair

Dec 28, 2013 | Parenting

For many of us, the New Year is the perfect time to take stock of our lives, celebrate new beginnings and make a commitment for positive change. Whether it’s improving our diet, starting a new exercise routine or spending more quality time with our children,...

A Gift That Lasts a Lifetime



Dec 20, 2013 | Parenting

When we were kids, my siblings and I got birthday presents and holiday presents. There were no name days, half-birthdays, end-of-school/start-of-school celebrations or other random holiday gift giving throughout the year. It was a simpler time, with simpler things and...