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Self Care for Moms is a Non-Negotiable

Moms taking care of themselves:  A necessity if there ever was one  Hylton I Lightman, MD, DCH (SA), FAAP Here’s a truism. It’s so darn hard at times to keep your cool as a parent.  There’s no surprise here.  Our families…
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Pom Pom Hats, Babies and Religion

ARE POMPOMS A RELIGIOUS THING?  Hylton I Lightman, MC, DCH (SA), FAAP Last week witnessed record breaking cold, but to the Lightman and Keehn families, it was the most heartwarming week.  Our children Eric and Naava welcomed into this…
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Sleep Training and Babies - Making Sleep a Priority

Sleep training and babies  Hylton I Lightman, MD, DCH (SA), FAAP Getting babies to sleep through the night is one of the questions most often addressed to pediatricians. For some parents, it’s a nonissue.  For others, it’s a barrage…
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IF MAMA AIN’T HAPPY, THEN NO ONE IS HAPPY – The Pediatrician and Postpartum Depression Screenings

“Dr. Lightman:  I’ve brought in my baby for his 2-month well visit and you’re asking me to complete a survey about me.  Why am I on the radar screen for today’s visit?” Mothers – We care about you.  We love you.  You are the…