EPPC News
Announcing Our CASCADE Study Results
Every caregiver wants to give their child the best start in life, and that includes taking extra care of their baby’s delicate skin. Recently, our pediatric clinic in East Portland participated in a groundbreaking study to better understand how early skin care practices can help protect babies from irritation, eczema and even potential allergies. If…
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Easing Your Child’s Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety can be challenging for both children and parents—but you’re not alone in facing it. As pediatricians, we frequently help families navigate this emotional stage. From tearful daycare drop-offs to clingy mornings at preschool, separation anxiety can feel overwhelming. The good news? With the right approach—preparation, consistency and plenty of care—this phase can become…
Read MoreSpring 2025 Take Care Newsletter
Hello and Happy Spring! Welcome to the spring issue of our Take Care newsletter! This edition focuses on supporting teens with chronic illnesses as they navigate developing their identity, offering insights and strategies to help them build confidence and resilience. You’ll also find book recommendations that celebrate and explore different disabilities, along with a fun…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Teenage Brain
Adolescence is a unique and often challenging time for both teens and their families. At our pediatric clinic in Portland, we often help teens that are facing social, emotional and academic pressures, all while their brains are still developing. Understanding these changes is key to supporting teens as they navigate this critical stage of growth.…
Read MoreWhat Parents Need to Know About Sports Supplements
As your pediatricians, we love to see parents and caregivers supporting young athletes as they chase their sports dreams. While sports supplements might seem like a good idea, they have more risks than benefits. Want to learn more about common sports supplements, their pros and cons and how to help your young athlete build healthy…
Read MoreAre Homeopathic Remedies Safe for My Child?
Homeopathy is often talked about as a safe alternative to conventional medicine, appears to be very popular judging by the amount of products on store shelves. Today, East Portland Pediatrics is tackling your questions about homeopathy and what you should know before trying it—especially when it comes to your child’s health. What is Homeopathy? It…
Read MoreA Parent’s Guide to Natural Remedies
Curious about natural remedies for kids? Our pediatricians at East Portland Pediatric Clinic want to help. Here are the answers to frequent questions we receive, plus tips on how to safely use them. Do Natural Remedies Work? It depends. Some may help, but they aren’t treatments for serious illnesses like cancer. Research is often very…
Read MoreInclement Weather – Keeping You Safe & Updated
The safety of our patients and staff is always our top priority at our East Portland pediatric clinic. With the winter season upon us, we want to ensure you know our policies and procedures when inclement weather hits. Here’s everything you need to know. How We Make Weather-Related Decisions We follow Portland Public Schools (PPS)…
Read MoreEast Portland Pediatric Clinic Winter Newsletter 2025
Hello and Happy New Year! We’re excited to kick off the new year with the Winter Take Care Newsletter, featuring practical tips like 8 Parenting Goals to Start the Year Strong and 4 Key Building Blocks for Healthy Mental and Emotional Development. Plus, we’re sharing an innovative new parenting app called Happypillar that helps boost…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Acne Care
Adolescence is a time of constant change and new experiences. One new (and often unwelcome) experience that many of our patients face is acne. While acne is a normal part of growing up—in fact, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, around 85% of people have it in their teens—it’s important to know how to…
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