Following are resources that may be helpful to parents bringing their child to our office.
Cronobacter Risk and Prevention
Cronobacter is rare but can be fatal in infants, and is most often linked to powdered formula. Learn how to protect your baby with safe preparation practices and feeding guidance.
Fever Without Fear
A child’s fever can be alarming, but knowing what causes it and how to respond makes all the difference. Find guidance on managing your child’s fever at home and when it’s time to call the doctor.
First-Year Feeding Guide
A month-by-month guide to introducing foods and building healthy eating habits during your baby’s first year. Learn what to feed, how much, and when, from breast milk and formula to first bites and finger foods.
Helpful Links
A curated collection of trusted pediatric websites covering topics like immunizations, breastfeeding, poison control, and child health. Find resources from leading organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the CDC, and more.
Immunization Schedule
View our recommended vaccine schedule for children from 2 months through age 18, covering everything from DTaP and MMR to HPV and meningococcal vaccines. A downloadable version is also available for easy reference.
Pediatric Health Flyers
Download quick-reference flyers on what to expect after vaccinations and basic first aid for children. Spanish-language versions are also available.
Pediatric Safety Videos
Watch short videos from a Tahoe Forest pediatrician with practical safety tips for kids, covering bike and e-bike safety, sun protection, heat exhaustion, and bug spray. Quick, friendly advice to help your child stay safe and have fun outdoors.
Preventable Diseases & Vaccines
Learn about common childhood diseases including chickenpox, measles, polio, and more, with details on symptoms, how they spread, and possible complications. Find out which vaccines protect against each disease and why immunization matters.
