Getzwell Pediatrics

     New research provides additional evidence of Tylenol’s (or acetaminophen’s) dark side. A recent study shows acetaminophen may be implicated in the significant upsurge in pediatric asthma diagnoses since the 1980s when Tylenol began to be used more frequently (in place of aspirin). The most likely mechanism is depletion of glutathione in the airways.      [...]

Preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy is the best gift you can give your child—a jumpstart to a long and healthy life. Let us at GetzWell guide the way with an informative and exciting program we’ve named ‘greening the womb.’ A new study reveals that pregnant women with low Vitamin D levels are at [...]

Infant Massage in Your Home or the Office – Infant massage is a way to promote well being, assist in the growth and development of your baby’s body, mind and spirit, and enhance bonding and attachment with your infant. In addition, it may also relieve complaints of colic, constipation, respiratory disorders and sleeping difficulties.  GetzWell’s Nicole Mitchell [...]

Professional Ear Piercing Services – Ear piercing for all ages beginning in infancy provided by Emily Waight, CPNP utilizing single use, sterile technique that ensures the highest level of hygiene and safety.

A new report from Modern Medicine calls our attention the impact chemical toxins have on children. According to the results, exposure to chemicals called perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) can lessen your child’s response to childhood immunizations. What’s frightening is that PFCs are found in everyday household items including nonstick cookware, food packaging, and fabrics. They can [...]

Throughout 2011 we gave you the whys and hows of maintaining healthy eating habits for you and your baby. With the holidays fast approaching and a brand new year just around the corner, now is as good a time as any to get your household on a healthy track. Eat healthy this during the holidays [...]

Last month we alerted you to the health hazards associated with conventionally farmed meat. In this post we’ll continue the conversation with a closer look at the role of genetic modification in farming methods and the potential health risks these practices have on your child’s health. How does genetic engineering impact our food? To put [...]

More and more people are ‘going organic’ these days as studies continue to shed light on the benefits of organically grown produce and meats. We’ve previously touched on this topic with respect to exposing your baby to fresh fruits and vegetables from the get-go. But, when it comes to incorporating meat into your child’s diet, [...]

We’re all familiar with the old adage ‘you are what you eat’. Well, that’s not all. New studies shed light on just how influenced your baby is by what you eat, too! This fascinating article from NPR reveals exciting research about how what you eat during your pregnancy can help shape your baby’s taste buds [...]

“Eat your vegetables!” — a classic, and common plea from desperate parents to kids with turned up noses. And yet many could argue that our hectic lifestyles and the convenience of packaged foods have quieted this age-old battle. But just how important are fresh fruits and vegetables for your child? The answer is clear and [...]