Pediatric Health Blog & Resources

Spring Valley Pediatrics’ pediatric health blog provides trusted information to help parents care for children from birth through young adulthood. Our pediatricians share practical guidance on common childhood illnesses, vaccines and preventive care, newborn health, development, mental health, allergies, asthma, nutrition, safety, and other questions families face as their children grow.

Explore our latest pediatric health articles and practice updates below. If you have questions about your child’s health or would like to schedule an appointment, call 202-966-5000.

Dr. David Jeong MD, board-certified allergist and immunologist at Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child with stomach bug looking unwell — vomiting and diarrhea symptoms — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Molluscum contagiosum bumps on child's skin — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child with mosquito bite on arm — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician administering childhood vaccine — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician conducting well-child visit with child — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician giving child immunization vaccine — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Parent removing tick from child's skin safely — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Family watching building resilience webinar — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child wearing sun hat at beach — sun safety tips from Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child with measles rash — measles prevention and MMR vaccine — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Dr. Lily Joseph MD, board-certified pediatrician at Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician applying fluoride varnish to young child's teeth — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC
Child holding ear in pain — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child managing Type 1 diabetes — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child with flu fever at home — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Dr. Joanna Sexter MD FAAP — published in New England Journal of Medicine — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics in the news — Washington DC media coverage
Child receiving COVID-19 vaccine — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child receiving COVID-19 vaccine — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Dr. Joanna Sexter MD FAAP on WUSA9 Washington — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC
Children at summer camp — health guide from Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child at pediatric lab for blood test — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Breastfeeding mother COVID vaccine safety — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics COVID-19 testing information — Washington DC
Child adjusting to daylight saving time — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Halloween 2020 safety guidance — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics COVID-19 drive-up testing Washington DC
Parent and child talking about resilience — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics COVID-19 testing information Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics scheduling information Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics office — practice update Washington DC
COVID-19 information for families — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics partnership with White House Nannies Washington DC
Child with mosquito bite on arm — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child's hair being checked for head lice — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician helping child during immunization appointment — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Older child meeting new baby sibling — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child in car seat in winter — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC car seat safety
Teething baby chewing on teething ring — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child sleeping well at night — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC sleep tips
Child's ears being pierced safely — Spring Valley Pediatrics guidelines Washington DC
Child protected from insect bites with repellent — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Parent checking child's fever temperature — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child experiencing separation anxiety at school drop-off — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Pediatrician helping child with immunization anxiety — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child with sore throat — strep throat symptoms — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Parent baby-proofing cabinet — home safety checklist from Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Teenager receiving vaccine — adolescent immunization schedule — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Baby sleeping safely on back — safe sleep guidelines — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Parents consulting with Spring Valley Pediatrics pediatrician in Washington DC — how to choose the right doctor
Family enjoying spring break safely — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC safety tips
Children trick-or-treating safely on Halloween — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Flu season family health tips — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Baby spitting up — when to call your pediatrician — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC
Baby tasting peanut butter for first time — early introduction for allergy prevention
Child wearing eclipse glasses to watch solar eclipse safely — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Baby looking at tablet screen — screen time guidelines from Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child safely buckled in correct car seat — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child enjoying summer safely with sun protection — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
EpiPen epinephrine auto-injector — allergy emergency information Spring Valley Pediatrics DC
Child asleep — daylight saving time sleep tips for kids — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Expectant parents at childbirth education class — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Dr. Robert McDowell MD, retiring pediatrician at Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Expectant parents at Stork childbirth education class — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Baby being introduced to peanut-based food early — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child playing safely in winter snow — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Child in car seat in winter — Spring Valley Pediatrics DC car seat safety guidelines
Sick child with stomach bug at home — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC
Family celebrating holidays safely — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC safety tips
Spring Valley Pediatrics happy new year Washington DC
Spring Valley Pediatrics giving tree community initiative Washington DC
Family getting flu shots — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC flu vaccination
Family protected from flu — Spring Valley Pediatrics Washington DC flu prevention tips