The transition from 24/7 maternity leave to returning to work—whether that means heading into an office, logging in from a home workspace, or navigating a hybrid schedule—is one of the most emotional and demanding milestones a new mother can face. As you step into this next chapter, it is completely normal to feel a mix of anticipation, guilt, excitement, and overwhelm. At Little Silver Pediatrics & Family Medicine, we view maternal well-being and infant health as inextricably linked. Beyond measuring baby’s growth milestones and administering vaccinations, our mission is to support you through every phase of early parenthood. Here is... read more
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Protecting Your Growing Family: Why the Flu Shot Matters Most for Expectant Parents and Young Children
Posted on September 4, 2026As autumn rolls around, preparing for flu season should be on every parent’s to-do list – because staying healthy is a top priority. While the flu is unpleasant for anyone, it poses unique risks for pregnant women, infants, and young kids. Here is why medical experts—and our team at Little Silver Pediatrics and Family Medicine—strongly recommend getting vaccinated each fall. Protecting Your Baby Before They Even Arrive When you are pregnant, your body undergoes huge changes in your immune system, heart, and lungs. These natural shifts make it harder to fight off viral infections. Fewer Hospital Visits: A maternal flu... read more
Flu Vaccine Consent
Posted on August 6, 2026Once registered for clinic, you must complete the flu vaccine consent form for each family member receiving the flu vaccine. Reservation required. Current patients/families only. read more
Your Health & Safety: Why We See You Before Prescribing
Posted on April 24, 2026At Little Silver Pediatrics and Family Medicine, your health and safety (and your child’s) is our absolute top priority. We know that when you’re feeling under the weather, you want relief fast. However, “calling in a script” isn’t always the safest or most effective way to get you back on your feet. For your safety, a complete exam is necessary for accurate diagnosis so that we can prescribe the appropriate treatment. Here is why we always ask to see you in person before prescribing a new medication: Getting the Right Diagnosis Symptoms can be tricky! A sore throat could be... read more
Should I Give Hepatitis B Vaccine to My Child?
Posted on December 23, 2025It is completely normal to have questions about the medications and vaccines recommended for your new baby. As your physicians, we want to help you understand the latest updates regarding the Hepatitis B vaccine so you can feel confident in your healthcare decisions. What is Hepatitis B and Why Does it Matter? Hepatitis B is a virus that can cause a serious, lifelong liver infection. It is particularly dangerous for our little patients: High Risk for Infants: Without the protection of a vaccine, 9 out of 10 infants infected in their first year of life will develop a chronic infection. Serious... read more
Common Questions About Pacifier Use With Babies
Posted on October 31, 2025Should I give a pacifier when my baby is crying? This is a common dilemma new parents have after bringing their baby home from the hospital after birth. The decision to use a pacifier or not is largely a parent’s preference. Consider the do’s and don’ts of giving your baby a pacifier, and how to help him or her break the habit. Here are a few facts It’s normal! Sucking on a pacifier, thumb, or fingers is soothing for babies. The need decreases with age. Using pacifiers during the first 6 months of life may be beneficial. It reduces parental... read more
Should I Get the New COVID-19 Vaccine Booster?
Posted on October 14, 2022Since approved in September 2022, patients want to know - should we get the new updated COVID-19 booster vaccine? Here's what you should know. read more
Covid-19 Vaccines for Babies and Toddlers
Posted on June 30, 2022The FDA authorized the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines for the youngest children on June 17 2022. With the CDC’s formal endorsement, children as young as 6 months will be able to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines. read more
Covid-19 Treatment
Posted on April 14, 2022As many of our schools and families prepare for spring break, outbreaks of the BA.2 omicron subvariant are on the rise within the US. With Paxlovid™, the latest Covid-19 treatment in the news, we are getting questions about anti-viral treatments for Covid-19 from parents in our community. So let me take a few minutes to share some information about Paxlovid™ a Pfizer prescription drug that is now available for the treatment of mild-to-moderate Covid-19. What is Paxlovid? Paxlovid™ consists of two medicines: nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets. It was granted emergency use authorization by the FDA for the treatment of... read more
Should you get a Covid booster
Posted on December 9, 2021Should you get the booster or wait for the reconfigured vaccine? Here are my thoughts. read more