Recent Posts by Gina Rosenfeld, M.D., F.A.A.P.

As the year comes to a close, I am thinking about the year behind and the new year ahead.  Likewise, as many of us do, I am resolving to make changes in the New Year.  I have come up with a few very positive resolutions…

With spring around the corner, we can finally look forward to longer and warmer days. And thanks to all of the rain, this year is shaping up to be quite the year for outdoor allergies.  Seasonal allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as “hay fever,” affects…

Soon to be gone are the lazy, relaxed days of summer.  With summer coming to an end, it’s time to get back to some structure and routine and the best way to start the school year off right is with healthy habits… Sleep    If…

Whether you’re a new or seasoned parent, I’m sure you can agree that having a baby changes everything.  There is nothing harder, more rewarding, and more important than being a parent, and once you are, family takes on a whole new meaning.  I would like…

Screen time, texting, multi media use and distracted driving.  It’s an epidemic.  It’s hard to get away from it.  Starting at a very young age we introduce our children and unfortunately babies to screen time.  I see it in my office every day.  It used…

Summer is here and with summer comes lots of warm weather, sun, and outdoor fun. So here’s my friendly doctor mom reminder about sun protection. Most parents remember to put sunscreen on their kids when going to the beach or pool, but remember sunscreen should…

As the year comes to a close, I am thinking about the year behind and the new year ahead.  Likewise, as many of us do, I am resolving to make changes in the New Year.  I have come up with a few very positive resolutions…

 With flu season right around the corner, now is the time to get your child flu vaccinations.  The current recommendation is that all children and adults over 6 months of age receive a flu vaccine.  Infants 6 months to 2 years, older adults, pregnant women,…

Child constipation, characterized by stools that are hard, painful, and difficult to pass, is a very common and trying problem in children.  The frequency of stooling varies from infant to infant and child to child, and is not as important as how easily stools pass. …

Have you heard the news?  The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated its recommendations for treating otitis media, or, more commonly known as, middle child ear infections.  What does all of this mean?  Well, every 5 years the AAP updates its recommendations to help…