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5 Ways Teens Can Conquer Their Fear of Public Speaking
If you have a teen in high school, they've probably already presented their first project or research paper to the class. It's normal for kids to have fear or anxiety about public speaking. Have your teen practice these public speaking techniques.
How to Handle Picky Eaters at Home
If you have a toddler or young child, you know that meal times aren't always easy. Although many children go through a picky eater stage, it's important to keep their diet balanced and healthy. Check out these tips from AGC Pediatrics.
6 Common Back-to-School Illnesses & How to Prevent Them
From the common cold to strep throat, these back-to-school illnesses can really take a toll on your children and family. Find out what to look out for and how you can prevent your kids from getting sick this fall.
How to Prepare Your Toddler for Their First Day of School
Starting preschool is an exciting time for you and your toddler, but with that excitement can come anxiety. Learn how to prepare yourself and your toddler for the first day of preschool with these tips.
Is Your Teen Getting Enough Sleep?
Sleep is a vital part of everyone's healthy routine, but for teens it is especially important for their development and well-being. Read on to learn what happens when teens don't get enough sleep and find out how much rest your teen is really getting.
Signs Your Child May Need Glasses
Children’s eyes develop very fast. By their first birthday they should have fully functioning eyes. Eyesight is essential to the way children learn and observe their surroundings. Leaving eye conditions untreated may cause children to develop worsened vision or even permanent blindness.
Keeping Your Teen Healthy
Teen health is a complicated situation for many parents; it may be hard to address, hormones play a role, and more simply, teens may be difficult to communicate with. Nevertheless, it’s important for parents to discuss health issues and preventative measures with their teens to prepare them for adulthood and better their overall well-being.
Beach Safety Tips for Babies & Toddlers
As summer approaches, new parents may start to feel uneasy and worried as a beach trip is looming on the calendar. Not to worry though! The long-awaited excursion to the seaside doesn’t have to keep parents holding their breath.
How to Deal with Bullying at School
The signs and symptoms of bullying should never be disregarded. The long-term effects of harassment and abuse can have serious effects on the psyche of children and teenagers, and can even result in life-threatening habits.
Preparing Your Home for a New Baby
It’s finally here: the day you get to bring home your new baby! But wait, have you adequately prepared for your baby’s very first arrival? Parents often think they are prepared after decorating baby’s room and stocking up on the latest parenting and newborn magazines—this is not the situation though.
Flu Prevention Tips
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: the flu. We do our best to protect our children against all illnesses, but a run-in with the flu is inevitable at some point in everyone’s life. While it can be hard to avoid throughout your entire life, there are certain preventative measures all parents can take to keep children as healthy as possible.
Five Common Daycare Ailments
Sending your child to daycare is great way for them to get a jump start on learning and social interactions with other children their age. Don't be surprised, however, if your child comes home with one of these five common daycare ailments.
Preparing Your Toddler for a New Baby
Bringing another little one into the house can be a challenging time if you already have a toddler or small child running around. Children have many questions and concerns when they hear that they will soon be a big brother or sister. Read more to learn how you can help your toddler or small children during this exciting transition.
Social Anxiety in Children: What You Can Do To Help
If your child suffers from social anxiety or intense fear of interacting with other children, friends or family members, contact AGC Pediatrics for help. Learn ways you can help your child overcome social anxiety at home and at school today.
What is Autism?
Autism is a disorder that affects a child's brain development and can also impact an individual's ability to socialize and communicate with others. AGC Pediatrics helps to diagnose and treat children with autism at an early age. Read more from our Autism experts to learn what to expect if your child has autism.
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is characterized by ongoing hostility, defiant and uncooperative behavior from your child. Children with ODD will often have a hard time maintaining respectful and healthy relationships with teachers, parents and other figures of authority. Learn more about Oppositional Defiant Disorder from the pediatricians at AGC Pediatrics.
Asperger Symptoms in Children
Learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of Aspergers in children and in teenagers. Symptoms can begin as early as preschool and can have a major impact on social development, behavior and performance in school. AGC Pediatrics will help you and your child treat Asperger's syndrome early.
Bronchitis in Children
Bronchitis in children can stem from minor ailments such as colds. It is important to learn the signs and symptoms of Bronchitis in children to ensure your family stays healthy all year round. Read this article to get the knowledge all parents should know about bronchitis in children.
Allergy Induced Asthma in Children
Fighting asthma can be difficult for children, especially if it's allergy induced asthma. Learn more about ways to fight allergy induced asthma as well as the allergy induced asthma symptoms in your child.
ADHD in Children: Succeeding in School
If you are concerned that your child has not been preforming well in school or has been getting poor behavior reports from school, consider having them evaluated for ADHD. Read more about ADHD and how it can impact your child's education and future.
The Patient Portal for Busy Parents
AGC Pediatrics in Calhoun, GA, knows how hard juggling life and daily activities can be for busy families and parents. Our patient portal can be accessed 24-7, meaning there’s no need to wait on hold anymore!
Keep Your Kids Safe Around the Holidays
It’s that time of the year again: beautiful lights being strung, Christmas trees being sold, big family meals and giving thanks. These joyous celebrations should remain lighthearted and fun, however, accidents happen and all too often it’s an incident that could have been prevented.
Healthy Eating Tips for Thanksgiving
Eating healthy at Thanksgiving is now possible with these healthy eating tips from AGC Pediatrics. It’s important to teach children the importance of eating right all year round – not just when it’s easy or convenient. Follow these Thanksgiving healthy eating rules and enjoy a guilt-free dinner this November!
Most Common Fall Allergies
Fall allergies can sneak up on you when your mind is full of pumpkins, bonfires, and turkey dinners. Seasonal allergies occur year round, and Fall is no exception. Read more about the most common fall allergies and what you can do to minimize symptoms this year.
Storing Medicine Safely
According to the CDC, over 60,000 children a year visit the emergency room due to accidental ingestion of medications. While child-proofing the medicine cabinet is a great step toward medication safety, we want to ensure that every parent has the right tools to keep their child safe.
Sending Your Child to School with Food Allergies
A new school or classroom can be very exciting for your child, but a food allergy may make parents worry about their health and safety in the classroom and the cafeteria. The physicians at AGC Pediatrics in Calhoun and Cartersville, Georgia encourage you to take charge and manage your child’s food allergy while they are at school with these easy tips.
Germ Prevention at Home or School
Protecting your child from germs that can make them sick is a top concern for parents – especially as we enter into cold and flu season.
Healthy Eating Tips
Sometimes it seems like life continues to get busier and busier. When the kids are back to school, you might be in a constant cycle of driving to and from sport practices, dance recitals, music lessons and social events. To keep your busy kids healthy in the to-and-fro, utilize these five healthy eating tips from AGC Pediatrics.
Fall Sports Safety Tips
It’s that time again – the fall season is here and packed full of sports. Whether your child plays football, basketball or participates in cheerleading or dance, the season is sure to be scheduled with practices, recitals and games. To make sure your kids stay safe while playing their hardest, follow these simple fall sports safety tips from AGC Pediatrics.
If You Read One Article about Childhood Obesity - Read this One
Childhood obesity is an epidemic that is sweeping the nation. Today, one in every three children and adolescents is considered obese. Obesity in children has doubled and obesity in adolescents has quadrupled in the last decade.
Common Myths About ADHD
ADHD is a disorder that is often misunderstood. For parents who have children with ADHD, it can be frustrating to explain your child’s condition to those who don’t understand. To help clarify some common ADHD misunderstandings, the experts at AGC Pediatrics have debunked five ADHD myths.
Doing Well Child Exams the Right Way
Well child exams are a preventative health measure parents can take to ensure children are growing up healthy and safe. These exams are a routine part of caring for and protecting your child's well-being.
About Childhood Asthma
Asthma is a long-term lung condition that inflames and narrows the airways. Symptoms of asthma typically include episodes of coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. In most cases, asthma first appears in childhood.
ADD/ADHD
This behavioral condition makes it difficult for children to sit still, pay attention, or follow directions. Because the symptoms associated with ADD/ADHD are typical behaviors in children, it is important to have your child diagnosed by a medical professional.
Bathing Your Newborn
For new parents, bathing a newborn can be a difficult process. This article walks through the process of bathing an infant, and addresses frequently asked patients that we hear from new parents.
Baby Check-up Schedule
Because newborns develop quickly during the first several years of their lives, regular pediatric check-ups are essential. Learn more about what to expect from each pediatric visit during the first two years of your child's life.
Sleep and Newborns
How much sleep does your newborn need? Read this article to find the answers to frequently asked questions about sleep and newborns.
Sickness and Flu Prevention
By teaching your child some of these sickness and flu prevention techniques, you can help prevent the spread of year round and seasonal upper respiratory illnesses.
Pediatric Wellness and Obesity Prevention
Parents can help their children maintain healthy, active lifestyles and prevent childhood obesity with some of these simple tips.
Tips for Finding the Right Acworth Pediatrician
Check out these tips for choosing the best Acworth pediatrician for you and your child's needs.
5 Interesting Facts About Pediatricians
Most people don’t take the time to acknowledge the differences between Pediatricians and General Practitioners. Check out these 5 facts about Pediatricians that you should know.
8 Summer Health Tips for Kids
Keep your kids healthy and active during the long, lazy days of summer, with these 8 health tips from AGC Pediatrics!
5 Ways Teens Can Conquer Their Fear of Public Speaking
If you have a teen in high school, they've probably already presented their first project or research paper to the class. It's normal for kids to have fear or anxiety about public speaking. Have your teen practice these public speaking techniques.
How to Handle Picky Eaters at Home
If you have a toddler or young child, you know that meal times aren't always easy. Although many children go through a picky eater stage, it's important to keep their diet balanced and healthy. Check out these tips from AGC Pediatrics.
6 Common Back-to-School Illnesses & How to Prevent Them
From the common cold to strep throat, these back-to-school illnesses can really take a toll on your children and family. Find out what to look out for and how you can prevent your kids from getting sick this fall.
How to Prepare Your Toddler for Their First Day of School
Starting preschool is an exciting time for you and your toddler, but with that excitement can come anxiety. Learn how to prepare yourself and your toddler for the first day of preschool with these tips.
Is Your Teen Getting Enough Sleep?
Sleep is a vital part of everyone's healthy routine, but for teens it is especially important for their development and well-being. Read on to learn what happens when teens don't get enough sleep and find out how much rest your teen is really getting.
Signs Your Child May Need Glasses
Children’s eyes develop very fast. By their first birthday they should have fully functioning eyes. Eyesight is essential to the way children learn and observe their surroundings. Leaving eye conditions untreated may cause children to develop worsened vision or even permanent blindness.
Keeping Your Teen Healthy
Teen health is a complicated situation for many parents; it may be hard to address, hormones play a role, and more simply, teens may be difficult to communicate with. Nevertheless, it’s important for parents to discuss health issues and preventative measures with their teens to prepare them for adulthood and better their overall well-being.
Beach Safety Tips for Babies & Toddlers
As summer approaches, new parents may start to feel uneasy and worried as a beach trip is looming on the calendar. Not to worry though! The long-awaited excursion to the seaside doesn’t have to keep parents holding their breath.
How to Deal with Bullying at School
The signs and symptoms of bullying should never be disregarded. The long-term effects of harassment and abuse can have serious effects on the psyche of children and teenagers, and can even result in life-threatening habits.
Preparing Your Home for a New Baby
It’s finally here: the day you get to bring home your new baby! But wait, have you adequately prepared for your baby’s very first arrival? Parents often think they are prepared after decorating baby’s room and stocking up on the latest parenting and newborn magazines—this is not the situation though.
Flu Prevention Tips
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: the flu. We do our best to protect our children against all illnesses, but a run-in with the flu is inevitable at some point in everyone’s life. While it can be hard to avoid throughout your entire life, there are certain preventative measures all parents can take to keep children as healthy as possible.
Five Common Daycare Ailments
Sending your child to daycare is great way for them to get a jump start on learning and social interactions with other children their age. Don't be surprised, however, if your child comes home with one of these five common daycare ailments.
Preparing Your Toddler for a New Baby
Bringing another little one into the house can be a challenging time if you already have a toddler or small child running around. Children have many questions and concerns when they hear that they will soon be a big brother or sister. Read more to learn how you can help your toddler or small children during this exciting transition.
Social Anxiety in Children: What You Can Do To Help
If your child suffers from social anxiety or intense fear of interacting with other children, friends or family members, contact AGC Pediatrics for help. Learn ways you can help your child overcome social anxiety at home and at school today.
What is Autism?
Autism is a disorder that affects a child's brain development and can also impact an individual's ability to socialize and communicate with others. AGC Pediatrics helps to diagnose and treat children with autism at an early age. Read more from our Autism experts to learn what to expect if your child has autism.
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is characterized by ongoing hostility, defiant and uncooperative behavior from your child. Children with ODD will often have a hard time maintaining respectful and healthy relationships with teachers, parents and other figures of authority. Learn more about Oppositional Defiant Disorder from the pediatricians at AGC Pediatrics.
Asperger Symptoms in Children
Learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of Aspergers in children and in teenagers. Symptoms can begin as early as preschool and can have a major impact on social development, behavior and performance in school. AGC Pediatrics will help you and your child treat Asperger's syndrome early.
Bronchitis in Children
Bronchitis in children can stem from minor ailments such as colds. It is important to learn the signs and symptoms of Bronchitis in children to ensure your family stays healthy all year round. Read this article to get the knowledge all parents should know about bronchitis in children.
Allergy Induced Asthma in Children
Fighting asthma can be difficult for children, especially if it's allergy induced asthma. Learn more about ways to fight allergy induced asthma as well as the allergy induced asthma symptoms in your child.
ADHD in Children: Succeeding in School
If you are concerned that your child has not been preforming well in school or has been getting poor behavior reports from school, consider having them evaluated for ADHD. Read more about ADHD and how it can impact your child's education and future.
The Patient Portal for Busy Parents
AGC Pediatrics in Calhoun, GA, knows how hard juggling life and daily activities can be for busy families and parents. Our patient portal can be accessed 24-7, meaning there’s no need to wait on hold anymore!
Keep Your Kids Safe Around the Holidays
It’s that time of the year again: beautiful lights being strung, Christmas trees being sold, big family meals and giving thanks. These joyous celebrations should remain lighthearted and fun, however, accidents happen and all too often it’s an incident that could have been prevented.
Healthy Eating Tips for Thanksgiving
Eating healthy at Thanksgiving is now possible with these healthy eating tips from AGC Pediatrics. It’s important to teach children the importance of eating right all year round – not just when it’s easy or convenient. Follow these Thanksgiving healthy eating rules and enjoy a guilt-free dinner this November!
Most Common Fall Allergies
Fall allergies can sneak up on you when your mind is full of pumpkins, bonfires, and turkey dinners. Seasonal allergies occur year round, and Fall is no exception. Read more about the most common fall allergies and what you can do to minimize symptoms this year.
Storing Medicine Safely
According to the CDC, over 60,000 children a year visit the emergency room due to accidental ingestion of medications. While child-proofing the medicine cabinet is a great step toward medication safety, we want to ensure that every parent has the right tools to keep their child safe.
Sending Your Child to School with Food Allergies
A new school or classroom can be very exciting for your child, but a food allergy may make parents worry about their health and safety in the classroom and the cafeteria. The physicians at AGC Pediatrics in Calhoun and Cartersville, Georgia encourage you to take charge and manage your child’s food allergy while they are at school with these easy tips.
Germ Prevention at Home or School
Protecting your child from germs that can make them sick is a top concern for parents – especially as we enter into cold and flu season.
Healthy Eating Tips
Sometimes it seems like life continues to get busier and busier. When the kids are back to school, you might be in a constant cycle of driving to and from sport practices, dance recitals, music lessons and social events. To keep your busy kids healthy in the to-and-fro, utilize these five healthy eating tips from AGC Pediatrics.
Fall Sports Safety Tips
It’s that time again – the fall season is here and packed full of sports. Whether your child plays football, basketball or participates in cheerleading or dance, the season is sure to be scheduled with practices, recitals and games. To make sure your kids stay safe while playing their hardest, follow these simple fall sports safety tips from AGC Pediatrics.
If You Read One Article about Childhood Obesity - Read this One
Childhood obesity is an epidemic that is sweeping the nation. Today, one in every three children and adolescents is considered obese. Obesity in children has doubled and obesity in adolescents has quadrupled in the last decade.
Common Myths About ADHD
ADHD is a disorder that is often misunderstood. For parents who have children with ADHD, it can be frustrating to explain your child’s condition to those who don’t understand. To help clarify some common ADHD misunderstandings, the experts at AGC Pediatrics have debunked five ADHD myths.
Doing Well Child Exams the Right Way
Well child exams are a preventative health measure parents can take to ensure children are growing up healthy and safe. These exams are a routine part of caring for and protecting your child's well-being.
About Childhood Asthma
Asthma is a long-term lung condition that inflames and narrows the airways. Symptoms of asthma typically include episodes of coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. In most cases, asthma first appears in childhood.
ADD/ADHD
This behavioral condition makes it difficult for children to sit still, pay attention, or follow directions. Because the symptoms associated with ADD/ADHD are typical behaviors in children, it is important to have your child diagnosed by a medical professional.
Bathing Your Newborn
For new parents, bathing a newborn can be a difficult process. This article walks through the process of bathing an infant, and addresses frequently asked patients that we hear from new parents.
Baby Check-up Schedule
Because newborns develop quickly during the first several years of their lives, regular pediatric check-ups are essential. Learn more about what to expect from each pediatric visit during the first two years of your child's life.
Sleep and Newborns
How much sleep does your newborn need? Read this article to find the answers to frequently asked questions about sleep and newborns.
Sickness and Flu Prevention
By teaching your child some of these sickness and flu prevention techniques, you can help prevent the spread of year round and seasonal upper respiratory illnesses.
Pediatric Wellness and Obesity Prevention
Parents can help their children maintain healthy, active lifestyles and prevent childhood obesity with some of these simple tips.
Tips for Finding the Right Acworth Pediatrician
Check out these tips for choosing the best Acworth pediatrician for you and your child's needs.
5 Interesting Facts About Pediatricians
Most people don’t take the time to acknowledge the differences between Pediatricians and General Practitioners. Check out these 5 facts about Pediatricians that you should know.
8 Summer Health Tips for Kids
Keep your kids healthy and active during the long, lazy days of summer, with these 8 health tips from AGC Pediatrics!