Category Archives: Meriter Pediatrics e-House Call Blog
Are allergies bothering your family?
No matter the time of year, we can’t hide from allergens, both indoors and out. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of American has ranked Madison the 12th worst city in the nation for those who suffer from allergies. It’s that … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: How to keep a child in bed at bedtime
Originally published March 14, 2013, in the Wisconsin State Journal. Dr. Dana Johnson is a pediatrician at the Meriter McKee clinic. Dear Dr. Johnson: How do I keep my 2 year old in her “big-girl bed” at bedtime? Dear Reader: Developing good … Continue reading
2013 March for Babies
Join Meriter and Physicians Plus at the 2013 March for Babies! Saturday, May 11 NEW LOCATION – Law Park 410 South Blair Street (At Machinery Row) Registration: 8:30am; Start: 9:30am Distance: 3 miles COST: FREE, but you are encouraged to … Continue reading
Health and Lifestyle Prebiotics in Baby Formula and Eczema: Mixed Picture
Originally published by Reuters on March 28, 2013. NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – There’s some evidence to suggest that putting prebiotics in baby formula protects children against the skin condition eczema, according to a fresh look at past research. The … Continue reading
Meriter Celebrates Healthy Baby Month
March is Healthy Baby Month. Our staff works to ensure every baby is born healthy. Meriter is proud of our commitment to family-centered-care provided by highly qualified staff and providers. Our newly renovated Birthing Center was just completed for the … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: How to Help Your Baby’s Dry Skin
Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal, March 7, 2013. Dr. Johnson is a pediatrician at the Meriter McKee clinic. Dear Dr. Johnson: My toddler has dry skin. What can I do to help with this? Dear Reader: At this … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: Is there a way to tell what color my baby’s eyes will end up?
Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal, February 14, 2013. Dr. Johnson is a pediatrician at the Meriter McKee clinic. Dear Dr. Johnson: My newborn has blue eyes. I have heard they can change color. Is there a way I … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: Choking is a Danger for Infants and Young Children
Originally published in the the Wisconsin State Journal, February 7, 2013. Dear Dr. Johnson: We have started some solid foods with my 6-month-old. She loves them, but I am worried she might choke. What can I do to prevent this? … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: How to help your child get a good night’s sleep
Originally published in Wisconsin State Journal, January 31, 2013. Dear Dr. Johnson: My 10 year old has a difficult time falling asleep. Are there things I can do to help her get a good night’s sleep? Dear Reader: Some children … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: Should Parents Avoid Electronic Toys, Such as Talking Dolls?
Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on January 24, 2013. Dear Dr. Johnson: As a child, my mother wouldn’t allow me to have a doll that talked for fear it would hurt my creativity. Now, looking at toys for … Continue reading
Flu Shot Safe for Pregnant Women
Originally published by the Wisconsin Radio Network on January 21, 2013 There used to be some fear that it’s harmful for pregnant women to receive the flu shot, but a recent major study reinforces the safety of pregnant women getting … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: What to do if your child gets the flu
Originally published in The Wisconsin State Journal, January 17, 2013. Dear Dr. Johnson: What can I do if my child gets influenza? Dear Reader: If you have read the paper, watched the news, been on the Internet or pretty much … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month
1 out of every 33 babies in the United States is born with a birth defect. While some birth defects cannot be prevented there are ways to reduce the risk of many others. By definition, birth defects occur before the … Continue reading
Polar Dash Moving to Meriter Monona Clinic
Originally posted on Channel 3000′s Monona/Cottage Grove community website. A winter footrace for youngsters will be held later this month to encourage families to get out of hibernation and involved in wintery activities. Physicians Plus Insurance and Meriter are holding … Continue reading
Meriter Birth Center Welcomes First Baby of 2013
MADISON, Wis. – Meriter Birthing Center is proud to welcome Shreyash Joshi, our first baby born in 2013. Shreyash was born to parents Anchal Gusain and Dinesh Joshi at 4:22 a.m., weighing 6 pounds 7 ounces and 20 inches long. … Continue reading
Meriter Hospital Welcomes our 12/12/12 Baby
Meriter Hospital is happy to welcome Logan Daniel Donohoe into the world, our 12-12-12 baby born at the Meriter Birthing Center. Logan was born to parents Jennifer and Clay Donohoe at 12:00 pm, weighing 9 pounds 0 ounces and 22 … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: Suggestions for Traveling with Children During the Holiday Season
Originally published in Wisconsin State Journal November 29, 2012. Dear Dr. Johnson: What suggestions do you have for traveling with children this holiday season? Dear Reader: Many of us choose to travel during the holiday season to spend time with … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: How to keep children safe on Halloween
Originally published in The Wisconsin State Journal on October 25, 2012. Dr. Johnson is a pediatrician at Meriter McKee. Dear Dr. Johnson: Halloween is coming up quickly. Any thoughts or tips to keep my children safe? Dear Reader: Halloween is … Continue reading
Trade Your Extra Candy for Prizes!
We want your candy – but don’t worry, it’s for a good cause! Please bring your extra Halloween candy and join us at the Meriter/Physicians Plus Halloween Candy Trade-In Party! The event will take place on Saturday, November 3 … Continue reading
Is Co-Sleeping Healthy for a Child?
Dear Dr. Johnson: What is co-sleeping, and when it is it healthy or unhealthy for a child and the parent-child bond? Dear Reader: Co-sleeping is the term most commonly used when an infant or child is sleeping in the same … Continue reading
New Guidelines on Circumcision
New parents are faced with so many decisions to make for their newborn that it can sometimes seem overwhelming. Some decisions are clear cut: breastfeeding – yes, please! Sleeping on the stomach – definitely not! For parents of newborn baby … Continue reading
Family Recipe: A New Take on Zucchini
Zucchini is one of those vegetables that many gardeners have an overabundance of, and it can be hard to come up with ways to get your kids to eat zucchini other than in bread or muffins. Here is a recipe … Continue reading
A Pediatrician’s Advice on Biting
One of the questions I often get from parents is what to do when your child is biting others. Unfortunately, biting is a part of normal child development. It can be frustrating when your child is bitten, but often harder … Continue reading
Are Allergies “Trendy?” The Importance of Finding Out What’s Making Us Sneeze.
Dogs, cats, dust and pollen. Lactose, eggs, gluten and wheat. You name it. Someone you know is probably allergic or intolerant to it. Does this mean allergies are on the rise? Are we becoming more sensitive to our environments? … Continue reading
Dr. Dana Johnson: Adjust Child’s Sleep Schedule Before School Starts
Article by Dr. Dana Johnson, pediatrician at Meriter McKee Clinic. The article was featured in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 26, 2012 Dear Dr. Johnson: My son has always taken long afternoon naps since he was a baby. At … Continue reading