Nutrition
Nutrition is one of the PRIMARY components of health. Developing healthy nutrition habits in childhood can lead to a longer healthier adult life. All of our Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners have a great deal of knowledge and resources for you and your child regarding nutrition. Please see www.ruthcarey.com for further information.
We have a breastfeeding specialist or lactation consultant as part of our practice. Jennifer J. Siebold, CPNP, works in the Portland office and is available as an extra resource for any questions and concerns you might have regarding breastfeeding.
Another great breastfeeding resource can be found in the following link: www.breastfeeding.com.
One of the most serious issues in childhood nutrition and overall health is obesity. Overweight children have high likelihood to become overweight adults, a serious medical concern. Obesity can lead to early death from diabetes, heart disease, cancer and stroke. Our pediatricians and nurse practitioners want to work with your family to develop healthy nutritional habits that can improve a childhood health and lead to a healthier and longer adult life.
Please contact your pediatrician or nurse practitioner, or follow the links listed below for more information about this vital health issue.
You will also find information about eating disorders in these links as well.
Please know that we are here for you every day and there is always a physician on call if there is ever an issue you need help with, we want to be your reference and help you with any questions you have about your child’s health and well being.