Mar 7, 2017
Prenatal or Postnatal Visit Because the birth of a newborn can create challenges in the marital relationship, pediatricians can take advantage of the prenatal visit to provide information that will help parents navigate this major life change as smoothly as possible....
Nov 29, 2016
Connectedness Because adolescents are less likely to participate in high-risk behaviors when they are connected to their parents, pediatricians should use well visits to encourage family bonding and connectedness. BACKGROUND The family is, and always has been, the...
Nov 16, 2016
Circumcision Pediatricians can address controversial topics—such as circumcision—with families while incorporating scientific information, as well as the parents’ unique social and cultural background. BACKGROUND Circumcision remains a controversial topic in America,...
Oct 13, 2016
Blended Families Blended families face unique challenges, and pediatricians can assist these parents and children by providing specific education that will help improve family relationships and expectations. BACKGROUND Approximately 40% of families with married...
