FREE GUIDES BELOW

The milestone guide is our most popular, but scroll down to find guides on so much more. There’s a Covid cheatsheet, a med dosing printout for your medication cabinet, tips for constipation and ADHD, a plant-based milk alternatives guide, and a travel first aid kit checklist - plus we’re always adding more!

Milestone Guide

MILESTONES FOR EVERY AGE
Check your child’s milestone development and download printable guides for each phase.

  • Picture of tick on finger

    What to do if you find a tick

    If you find a tick on your child, DON’T PANIC.

    Here’s a step-by-step primer on EXACTLY what to do if you find a tick on your child, including info on removal and resources for identification!

  • Immunity free guide

    Immunity Guide

    Ever worried about your child’s immunity?

    A review of the evidence behind various lifestyle changes and over-the-counter supplements so you can help ensure you’re optimizing your child’s health.

  • sick child with thermometer in mouth

    *NEW* Are they still contagious?

    Got pinkeye? HFM? Strep?

    When can they go back to school? This free cheatsheet covers 9 common contagious illnesses in children, how each is transmitted, and when they are no longer contagious.

  • child getting vitals taken

    Assessing Vital Signs

    A primer for parents

    A practical guide teaching you how to check breathing, temperatures, and even heart rates to assess your child (no matter their age).

  • OTC Medication Dosing Chart

    OTC Medication Dosing Chart

    Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Antihistamine Doses*

    Ever wished you had a quick reference for dosing OTC medications? Here’s a free printable with doses for infants, toddlers, children and teens for common meds. *US specific

  • Rehydration when sick

    Step by step instructions for oral rehydration

    Here’s the practical, step-by-step guide that every parent needs. It tells you how to approach hydration if your child has been sick (esp vomiting!), what to use, and how much to aim for.

  • mother and child on a plane

    Travel medical checklist

    I like to be prepared.

    This is the comprehensive checklist I use when I travel - it is a good one for any other Type A parent who likes to be prepared when they go on vacation with little (or bigger) kids!

  • Fussy Infant Baby Guide

    Fussy Infant Guide

    Don’t panic.

    A crying baby causes a visceral reaction that can send you spiraling. Here is a step-by-step approach so you can avoid the middle-of-the-night google search.

  • Newborn baby being held by dad

    Toddler germs & newborns

    Toddlers are germ factories!

    Having a toddler (especially if they go to daycare) can cause a lot of stress for new parents as they try to keep their newborn safe and healthy. Here are my top tips!

  • All About Eczema

    Everything you need to know

    With babies and kids, one of the biggest challenges can be knowing how to identify and treat skin conditions like eczema.

  • COVID cheatsheet

    COVID cheatsheet

    What to do when your child gets COVID.

    Do not panic. This cheat sheet tells you everything you need to know about COVID in kids: what to expect, how to manage symptoms, and when to call the doctor.

  • GIFT GUIDES

    Struggling to find gifts?

    Here’s a set of gift ideas, with links. I’ve included ideas for: babies, toddlers, older kids, moms, dads and expecting/new parents. And, at the request of the community, I’ve included a list of BOOKS I’ve enjoyed this year!

  • toddler rummaging through open drawer

    *NEW* Safety checklist

    Have a curious toddler or mobile baby?

    Visiting grandparents or going on vacation should be relaxing. But for parents of littles, a home that is not child-proof is downright scary. Download this free checklist of safety considerations (you can even email it to the grandparents!)

  • baby in hospital

    RSV cheat sheet

    What to do if your child is diagnosed with RSV

    This cheatsheet provides an easy overview of what to do to help your child and red flags to watch for if they have RSV. Don’t forget to check out the blog post, too, for answers to FAQs!

  • child getting medication

    Medication tracker

    Its easy to make an error when giving fever reducers

    I know. I’ve made mistakes myself. So we always write it down now. Here’s a free tracker for you to use the next time your child is sick.

  • prenatal ultrasound with heart

    Baby Registry Checklist

    Figuring out what to add to your registry is overwhelming.

    Let me make it easier. This checklist is a curated list of items that have served me well over the years both as a pediatrician and as a mom.

  • ear infection relief tips for children

    Ear infection? 7 tips to help!

    Ear infections are painful.

    Seeing your child in pain is awful. You still need to see your pediatrician to make sure you’re treating the infection appropriately, but these 7 tips may help keep your child comfortable.

  • picking milk alternative

    Alternatives to dairy

    Not every child does well with cow’s milk.

    And that is okay! But if you are interested in finding an alternative milk, it can be overwhelming to decide which is right for your child. Here’s a cheat sheet to make it easy.

  • Got allergies?

    Seasonal allergies can be miserable.

    Here are 10 simple things you can to do tips to help improve allergy symptoms without using medication. Check out the blog post on seasonal allergies for more general info too.

  • Newborn Poop Guide

    Newborn Poop Guide

    Here’s the scoop on poop.

    Its amazing how much you think about poop after you have a baby. Here’s everything new parents need to know about their baby’s poop!

  • Diaper rash cheatsheet

    We’ve all been there.

    Diaper rashes are very common, and there are some handy tricks in this guide. Check out the blog posts on this topic too!

  • constipation guide for babies

    Constipation Guide for Babies

    Adjusting to solids is hard.

    Many babies struggle with constipation as they transition diet. Here are some suggestions for babies 6-12mo (for younger infants, work with your pediatrician).

  • Constipation Guide for Toddlers

    Constipation Guide for Toddlers

    Power struggles and potty training.
    Constipation is common in toddlers. My biggest piece of advice? Don’t fight over someone else’s orifices. But here are some other tips.

  • Constipation Guide for Kids

    Constipation Guide for Kids

    It’s a struggle.
    Constipation is common in school-aged kids. There are a lot of social changes, along with being in unfamiliar settings, which pose a challenge. Here are some tips to help.

  • Picky eaters feeding guide

    Picky Toddler Feeding Guide

    Sick of fighting your toddler?
    Some pickiness (esp in toddlers) is normal but it can be so frustrating to make a meal and have your child refuse it. Here are some tried-and-tested tips to help.

  • Picky Big Kid Feeding Guide

    Picky Big Kid Feeding Guide

    Picky Eater?
    Pickiness is not something exclusive to the toddler years. School age kids and teens can be picky eaters too, but few guides discuss how to approach this issue. Here are some of my best tips to help.

  • Children and ADHD Guide

    ADHD + Children

    Think your child has ADHD?

    If you have a suspicion that your child might have ADHD, it can be hard to figure out how best to advocate for them. If you aren’t even sure where to start, download this guide.