What is Epilepsy?

March 11, 2014 Medical Information
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Losing control of your body can bring a sense of commotion and helplessness. For children who suffer from seizures, it is a serious condition that must be treated to avoid dangerous situations. Imagine a child who is out riding his bike and in the middle of the road pauses for just five seconds. This pause, […]

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Texas Girl Giving Back For Kids with Cancer

March 6, 2014 Community Involvement
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When three year old Sadie Segura and her mother walked into the lobby of McLane Children’s Hospital Scott & White the people who were casually chatting stopped and took notice. The two women lit up the room. Child Life director Jaylee Hilliard asked, “Are you Sadie and Jessica?” “Yes,” said Sadie’s mother Jessica Segura. And that […]

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Could MY Child be the Bully?

February 28, 2014 Parenting
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You may have seen our three-part series about the different types of bullying as we looked at the differences in boys, girls, and even bullying through social media. Another vital part to keep children safe from bullies is detecting the bully. But what happens if you suspect your child may be the cause of the […]

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Children May Benefit from Good Bacteria—Probiotics

February 21, 2014 Healthy Living
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During the first months of a child’s life, gas, colic and acid reflux are common disorders that leave parents looking for answers. They may be up at night wondering how to help their baby, turning to experts for help. Pediatric gastroenterologist Ashis V. Barad, MD specializes in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract for children at […]

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Stressing about Strep Throat this Season?

February 18, 2014 Medical Information
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After the holiday season it comes time for a new season… one of sickness. Unfortunately, one of the most common illnesses around this time of year is strep throat. To help kids stay healthy and avoid some of the risks associated with strep throat, ­ Marilyn A. Brown, MD­­ a pediatrician at McLane Children’s Scott […]

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Tweet Chat – Pediatric Oral Health

February 11, 2014 Medical Information
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Today we participated in a tweet chat about pediatric oral health with our own Kyle Frazier, DDS. The chat featured several different questions and answers around the different aspects of healthy pediatric oral hygiene. In case you missed it, some of the highlights are below. [<a href="//storify.com/swhealthcare/tweet-chat-pediatric-oral-health" target="_blank">View the story "Tweet Chat - Pediatric Oral Health" […]

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Is Your Child Acting Out At School?

February 4, 2014 Parenting
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How to Communicate with Teachers about Behavior Problems We would like to think our children are angels. Perfectly behaved wherever they go, but we know that’s not always the case. As children adjust to the structure of school or new social opportunities, behavior problems can arise. It is important to be involved in your child’s […]

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Moms, Know the Risks before Requesting a Delivery Date

January 31, 2014 Pregnancy - Before and After
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After carrying a baby for nine months, you are certainly anxious to see your little one. It’s becoming increasingly common for mothers to request an early delivery date or to try to choose when they deliver their baby. Some want to induce labor or schedule their appointment for convenience or other reasons, but there are […]

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Detecting Heart Problems in Children

January 28, 2014 Medical Information
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When you hear a child’s heartbeat for the first time it is something special. It’s a sign of life, love and connection. During a baby’s prenatal care, the heart is monitored closely for any problems or irregularities. Pediatric Cardiologist John E. Pliska, MD specializes in heart conditions at McLane Children’s Scott & White and discusses […]

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What You Should Know about Learning

January 21, 2014 Parenting
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Your child is busy at school, and before you know it, it comes time to talk to the teacher—either you love these conversations or you dread them. It’s good to connect with your child’s teacher and find out how well your child is performing in class. Or, more importantly how well your child is learning. […]

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