Kids Health Blog
with Dr. Dina Kulik
Mom, Pediatrician,
Emergency Medicine Doctor,
Entrepreneur
Dr. Dina and her team of child health and parenting experts share their knowledge, tips, and tricks.
The Latest From The Blog
Recipe for Nutty Golden Blondies
Delicious Nutty Golden Blondies It can be difficult to find healthy baking recipes that kids will love too. So if you're looking for a delicious recipe that isn't filled with sugar, bake up a batch of these Nutty Golden Blondies. Desserts are notoriously high in...
10 Most Common Newborn Rashes
10 most common newborn rashes When your baby has a rash, it can be pretty scary for parents. We often worry a rash is the sign of something serious, though it rarely is! A newborn's skin is very delicate and can be unfortunately plagued by a variety of baby rashes....
Why Anxious Parents Can Lead To Anxious Kids
Do your kids seems anxious? Let's talk about how anxious parents can lead to anxious kids. A few years ago, I had a camper that lost it. I can't tell you where she's from or anything else about her except to say that at age 12, this lovely child fell apart. I'd known...
5 Back to School Plan Tips for Your Child’s Sleep Schedule
Here are 5 great tips to get your child's sleep schedule back on track School is fast approaching once again, which means relaxed summertime schedules are coming to an end. So now is a great time to start getting your child back on a regular sleep schedule and...
Childhood Depression – Causes and Signs of Depression
Subscribe to Dr. Dina Depression in Childhood – Causes and Signs Every parent wants their child to enjoy good health and happiness. No parents wish for their little one to suffer from childhood depression, and we all want to help the child with depression or low mood...
What To Do for Painful Constipation in a Child
What To Do For Constipation In Kids Painful bowel movements and constipation is a prevalent issue that many kids experience. Nowadays, constipation in kids is persistent because many children overeat processed food, eat too little fiber, and drink too little water....
Starting Solids to Prevent Food Allergies
Starting Solids to Prevent Food Allergies In 2019, the Canadian Pediatric Society released updated recommendations about introducing common food allergens to babies to decrease the risk of food allergy. Research shows us that to help prevent the development of food...
How to Potty Train at Night – Potty Training Tips for Bedtime
Potty Training Tips for Bedtime Many parents think that once a child is potty trained in the day and goes without diapers, they will magically hold their urine all night. I do not believe in "night training," especially in toddlerhood. Your child may have the ability...
[Dr. Dina News] IMPORTANT UPDATE re. VIRTUAL CARE
Hello friends, IMPORTANT UPDATE re. VIRTUAL CARE The Ontario Medical Association and the Ministry of Health agreed that there would be changes made to the way that virtual medicine would continue as of October 1, 2022. Patients and our clinicians have found virtual...
How to Ensure Kids Stay Hydrated
Proper hydration in kids is very important! Kids hardly ever know what's good for them. If you let them play outside, they'll stay out all day playing sports and forget to drink water. That can lead to dehydration. We all expend water somehow–through our sweat,...
Your 2-Month Old Baby’s Milestones and Development
Baby milestones and your 2-month old! Get ready for exciting milestones with your 2-month old. Your baby's personality will start to emerge at this stage. Below are some milestones that you can expect to see this month and some tips on how to support the growth of...
[Dr. Dina News] COVID-19 Vaccine for Infants and Young Children.
Hello friends, I hope you had a wonderful weekend and soaked up the sun! Last week, Health Canada approved the first COVID-19 vaccine for infants and young children. Many families have reached out to learn more. Here are the most common questions we have been asked....