Bridging the gap between the "should-dos" and the reality of parenting and child care.
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Melissa Arca, M.D., F.A.A.P is a board certified pediatrician, mom of two, writer, speaker, and child advocate. She completed her medical training at USC Keck School of Medicine and went on to complete her pediatric residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. She divides her time between clinic, school drop offs/pick ups, and writing about her two worlds of doctor and mom. She's passionate about educating parents, empowering them to trust their instincts, and aims to reconcile the should-dos with the reality of parenting and child care. She lives in Northern California with her husband and two children, Brandon age 7 and Maile age 4. She loves coffee, the ocean, and sleeping in. One day, she'd like to do that again (sleep in).
More articles from Melissa...
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Zooming out on the big picture of childhood obesity
Childhood obesity cannot be blamed solely on sugary drinks -- and looking at the big picture will help children in the long run -
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5 Common back-to-school illnesses
From pink eye to the dreaded stomach flu, learn which back-to-school illnesses your child may be up against -
West Nile Virus outbreak: Should parents be worried?
Though this year is seeing the largest outbreak of West Nile in years, parents should know serious complications are rare -
How much milk does your toddler really need?
Once your toddler is weaned from breastfeeding or formula, the amount of milk she needs is less than you might think -
Teens and acne: No need to suffer in silence
Acne and the teen years often go hand in hand but that doesn't mean they have to suffer in silence -
Ticks and Lyme disease: What parents need to know
Tick checks and proper tick removal remain the mainstays of prevention for Lyme disease -
Breastfeeding barriers: is formula really to blame?
Breastfeeding advocacy is great but attacking moms who formula feed is not the answer! -
Strep throat: Separating fact from fiction
Strep throat is important to recognize and treat appropriately in children -- find out the facts and how to get rid of it -
The return of whooping cough and why prevention matters
Whooping cough has shown a resurgence in some areas across the U.S. -
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The do's and don'ts of soothing your teething tot
Teething can hurt, find out safe and effective ways to help your baby or toddler -
Guard your kids against heat related illnesses
High heat and high humidity creates a potentially dangerous combination -
Could your child's bed-wetting be due to constipation?
A recent study indicates a strong association between constipation and bed-wetting -
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ADHD or sleep deprived?
The importance of screening for hyperactivity and/or inattention for sleep related disorders -
Protect your teen from meningitis
Bacterial meningitis is a rare but potentially life threatening illness -
Mama, where's the (breast) milk?
Insufficient Glandular Tissue (IGT) is an under recognized condition causing low breast milk supply -
An ode to all doctor moms
In celebrations of Moms -- the ones on the front line of children's health -
