Visits & Tests: Tween
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Supervising Instant Messaging of 12 Year Old Girl
Asked by A.H. from Washington DC
on February 18, 2008
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My 12 year old daughter has been on IM for for a few months. Before this, she was on email, which I told her I was supervising (reading periodically). There were sever...
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- Hi A., what a yucky situation to be in! Our media is sexualizing kids younger and younger these days. It doesn't seem like suspending priveledges is going to lead to...
- Hello, A.. My heart went out to you when you explained what you've been going through with your twelve year old daughter. It can be quite disturbing to find out ...
- Hey A., I am experiencing something similar, not quite that bad, with my stepdaughters. They LIVE on the internet, myspace, IM, etc. I am a friend on their myspac...
14 Year Old Teenager
Asked by S.C. from Kokomo
on February 16, 2008
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I would like to now if what age do you take your 14 year old daughter to the obgyn for her first exam and no she isnt sexually active i was just curious what age you t...
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- It is suggested by CDC that you go to your first OBGYN appointment at age 18 or when you become sexually active, which ever comes first.
- S., I don't believe she needs to go untill she's 18 or sexually active or if she is having problems. My daughter is just 18 and the only reason she went is because of...
- I didn't have my first OBGYN appointment until I was pregnant at 20. I was a little nervous because I thought/had heard I should have went earlier. I talked to my OB...
Can You Tell a Doctor No?
Asked by C.B. from Seattle
on April 3, 2008
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As my children are fairly heatlhy they don't go to the doctor very often. However, I had to take my 14 year old son in for a sports physical yesterday so that he can r...
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- want to see other responses
- You absolutely have the right. We have a Patient's Bill of Rights to protect us. I'd make sure I pointed that out to this a$$ as I was walking OUT the door never to re...
- I highly recommend that you read the book "How To Raise a Healthy Child in Spite of Your Doctor" by Dr. Mendelsohn. He's very reassuring and, as a pediatrician, he bel...
Pediatrician or Family Doctor?
Asked by A.D. from Elmira
on April 30, 2008
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I am a first time mom due in July and my husband and I are trying to figure out whether to use a family doctor or pediatrician. Any advice? What are the pros and con...
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- I feel pretty well versed on this topic... I have just had my third baby (born in November) and we happen to move quite often (my husband in the military). We are sch...
- I don't know where you live but we use Seashore Pediatrics Wall NJ (rt138) - We have been using them for years and I would never change who I am using - I hope this helps
- HI CONGRADULATIONS!! A pediatrician doctor I fell will suit the baby needs at this time. Ask family or friend if they know any that they could recommend . good luck
Pediatrician VS. Family Doctor?????
Asked by M.H. from Kansas City
on April 17, 2008
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I am due in about 8 weeks and can't really make up my mind on wether my newborn should see a pediatrician or just our regular family doctor. My mother is a nurse at m...
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- Don't worry either way you choose....the doctor will always be there when you need them or a nurse. Don't worry Mommy to be, you & baby will be fine:-). God luck & God...
- I say better safe then sorry. My daughter was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and she probably would have beed diagnosed earlier if she had had a pediatrician even thoug...
- M., The experience a pediatrician can bring to the table vs. a family doctor, is priceless. Have you been seeing your family doctor all throughout your pregnancy...
Should We Go to the Doctor?
Asked by A.S. from Odessa
on October 12, 2009
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Both of my kids have a hacking cough and a runny nose. Neither of them are running a fever or "acting sick." They both still eat well and are not acting tired or cra...
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- Sounds like regular allergies to me. Allergy symptoms can include cough, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, having to clear the throat. I'd ask the pharmacist what you sho...
- These symptoms would warrant keeping your children at home. Going to the doctor's office raises the slight risk that, while sitting in the waiting room, your kids will...
- 1. I would elevate the head of the beds by putting books underneath the mattress or prop up with pillows so head is above body. 2. Run cool mist humidifier near the ...
Doctor to Assess and Make Recommendations on Daughter's Weight Problem
Asked by D.L. from Seattle
on July 3, 2008
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I'm frustrated and worried about my 12-year-old. With all the panic about anorexia in teenage girls, I am a bit apprehensive about addressing the opposite problem...my...
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- I was anorexic, and worry about how I talk to my daughter all the time, not wanting her to follow in those footsteps at all! I would just keep the focus on exercising ...
- Have her thyroid and adrenal levels checked. If either of these are out of whack, they can also cause weight gain.
- Please be certain that the doctor will be sensitive to her and strongly consider a children's counselor who specializes in girls' puberty and body image issues. If she...
Seeking Advice for 14 Year Old Unmotivated Boy
Asked by D.H. from Los Angeles
on May 6, 2008
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My 14 year old is seriosly unmotivated. This is his first year of high school and the first time he has brought home D's and F's. One each on every report card. Thi...
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- Is there slippage in other areas besides school? I am wondering if there are some depression issues that are at work here. Especially since you said your daughter and...
- Hi D.: Looks as though you have recieved some good responses. I tend to lean towards the S H, advice. I believe, that alot of your sons problems stem from his relation...
- This is a tough age, and I'm not looking forward to my own kids reaching it! There's a lot you can do, but first have you tried talking to him? I mean, I know how cl...
11 Year Old Bedwetting
Asked by K.D. from Tucson
on June 22, 2007
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My 11 year old son is frequently wetting the bed still. I have discussed this with my doctor and she deemed that his bladder is still underdeveloped. This was 2 years ...
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- K., I had gone to a chiropractor for a sinus infection and though the whole process of my appointment, he discussed many things that can be helped with seeing a chir...
- My son is 9 and wets the bed. The doctor gave him meds but they didnt work. I wet the bed until I was 15 and my brother did it till 13. It is just something that he wi...
- I had this same problem growing up, as did my father and my brother -- I guess weak underdeveloped bladders are hereditary! Anyway, my 10 year old daughter also is a ...
Doctor Referring Us to Children's Hosp. Because 1-Year-old Doesn't Weigh Enough
Asked by M.B. from Seattle
on September 14, 2009
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Our 1 year old boy weighs 17 1/2 pounds now. Our doctor has been saying that he was in the 25th percentile for weight and 75th percentile for height. She told me to gi...
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- Our son was under the 10th percentile at his 1 year, but our pediatrician never seemed concerned. She recommended lots of butter on his foods and mashed avocado. You c...
- You are a great mom and you are doing all the right things. It is okay if he has to see a specialist at the children's hospital. It could be they are just making sure!...
- Hi M., First, I have to say you should find a pediatrician that you like for your son. This Dr. doesn't sound like a good fit for you. Pediatricians see so many child...
