- Childhood Vaccines Are in the News
by Jennifer Cockrell M.D.Separating Fact From Misinformation Childhood vaccines have been the subject of significant national attention following recent changes announced by the White House (8/10/26). Along with discussions about the childhood vaccine schedule,… Read more: Childhood Vaccines Are in the News - 7 Things to Do Before the First Day of School: A Back-to-School Health Checklist for Parents
by Jennifer Cockrell M.D.If your house is anything like mine, the weeks leading up to the first day of school are a whirlwind. We’re shopping for school supplies, trying on clothes that somehow don’t… Read more: 7 Things to Do Before the First Day of School: A Back-to-School Health Checklist for Parents - Molluscum Contagiosum in Children: The Common Skin Bumps That Look Worse Than They Are
by Jennifer Cockrell M.D.If you have noticed small, smooth bumps appearing on your child’s skin that seem to spread over time, you may be seeing molluscum contagiosum. While the name sounds alarming, molluscum is… Read more: Molluscum Contagiosum in Children: The Common Skin Bumps That Look Worse Than They Are - World Mental Health Day: Supporting Emotional Wellness in Children
by Jennifer Cockrell M.D.Why World Mental Health Day Matters October 10 is World Mental Health Day — a global reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. At Mid City Pediatrics,… Read more: World Mental Health Day: Supporting Emotional Wellness in Children - Why Your Child Needs a Flu Vaccine Every Year
by Jennifer Cockrell M.D.Every fall, families start to see signs of the season — cooler mornings, football games, pumpkin patches… and unfortunately, flu season. At Mid City Pediatrics, we know parents often wonder: “Didn’t… Read more: Why Your Child Needs a Flu Vaccine Every Year

