the whole child

August 2011 Kiwi Post: "Past, Present, Future"

Happy Birthday, KIWI!  You’re almost 5-years-old, ready to start grade school. As a pediatrician, I’m so used to thinking about age this way… what is five years actually in magazine years? I think it’s a very significant milestone, especially in this age of digital media. KIWI is relevant in 2011 because it speaks to the growing number of families interested in natural, healthy, “green” living. You’ve come a long way, KIWI, and I am proud to work with you. In many ways, my pediatric practice and family life have grown in parallel with you.

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February 2011 Kiwi post: "Fever Phobia"

Fever Phobia

Every winter I am reminded of the great “Fever Phobia” that plagues parents everywhere. In the Northeastern U.S., where I practice, we’re up to our necks in snow, ice and viruses. Cough and cold viruses, stomach viruses, and flu viruses—you name it, we’re seeing it. And the number one reason by far parents call us is—you guessed it—fever... (to read more, click on the link above)

New "The Whole Child" Post on the Kiwilog: January 2011

Ring in the New

New Year’s is in part about resolutions: wishes for the year to come. On everyone’s list is usually something about eating healthier, exercising more, and being less stressed. These are often cited as personal goals, but more importantly, they are core integrative principles that we can use to chart a course towards a healthier future for our children. In this month’s post, I wanted to profile three real-life examples of model programs that are helping families live healthier lives... (click link above to see more)

New "The Whole Child" Post on the KiwiLog - September, 2010

"Building the Mindfulness Toolbox" is now posted on the KiwiLog.

"Alternative Medicine" in the news... a bit too much?

"Alternative Medicine," a term I don't like very much, has been featured in numerous AP news reports this week, all by the same writer. Something's fishy.

Bring it on

So here we are - 2008 fading, 2009 coming on fast.  There are many reasons to be cautious and fearful, but I am cautiously optimistic that we are on the brink of a new era.  An age in which children are recognized, supported and celebrated.  So whatever you are resolving to do (or to not do, as may be the case), remember the kids in 2009 and let's work together to make it a healthier and more peaceful year. 

Happy New Year to all.

Best,
Larry

Report from the AAP NCE

Each fall, the American Academy of Pediatrics holds its National Conference and Exhibition. What were the take-aways this year?

300

A milestone has been reached in the world of integrative pediatrics while I've been busy not blogging. 300+ and growing. What's in a number?

The Whole Child Center

The Whole Child Center is almost a reality.

The FDA Is Not Protecting Our Children

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is charged with the following mission: to promote and protect the public health. Recent evidence suggests they are failing miserably.