Category Archives: Simply Safe

Pod People?

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

While no one can make wave a magic wand and make predictions about what may or may not be “safe” in terms of adults and children interactions during the COVID19 pandemic, some are floating the concept of “bubbles” and “pods.” … Continue reading →

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What to Think About When You are Trying to Avoid COVID 19

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

TipsToProtectYourself This handout was written for health care workers. It’s an exhaustive list of things for us to think about as we transition from home to work and back home again. Having worked in operating rooms and a research lab … Continue reading →

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Cover Up!

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Info on face coverings are here from the American Academy of Pediatrics about the how and why of your child’s new super power to reduce the spread of COVID19! If you are coming to visit at in the office, please … Continue reading →

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Early Bird Drop-Ins: SUSPENDED

Posted on March 14, 2020 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Your family’s health is our primary concern, and for that reason we are suspending our early bird drop-in appointments due to the COVID19 pandemic. This will allow us to coordinate care for sick children and continue to provide necessary wellness … Continue reading →

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Heat 101

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Staying Healthy in the Heat 101 It’s hot! Here are some links for more information on staying well when playing or competing in the heat. Protect Your Children from Extreme Heat from the American Academy of Pediatrics Heat Related Sports … Continue reading →

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Summer Sports and Conditioning

Posted on July 21, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Love the California sun, but summer conditioning and competition can be tough. Make sure your athlete hydrates with 8-10 ounces every 20 minutes. Coaches, athletes and parents should monitor the heat index.  The index sorts temperature and humidity into relative … Continue reading →

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Ditch the Baby Gear to Build Mad Skills

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Infants roll, sit and walk all in about a year. They do this by moving their bodies. Time spent confined in infant gear gets in the way. If you are curious about what to do with baby at home, take … Continue reading →

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Tetanus: Wounds and Shots

Posted on November 3, 2018 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

I like to walk my dogs at the Bulb in Albany. If you’ve never been to the Bulb, it’s a former landfill on the San Francisco Bay that’s making the transition to natural, open space. It’s also a tetanus-prone wound … Continue reading →

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Back to School

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Lots of good information for the first day back to school and the new school year from the American Academy of Pediatrics is here. Includes information on that first day, backpacks, traveling to and from school, bullying and aftercare.   … Continue reading →

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Riding Toys

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Lisa M. Asta, MD

Wheels. What fun! Ride on toys are terrific for toddlers. Look for low, stable toys, and a helmet. While balance bikes are the latest craze, learning to pedal is an important developmental achievement for your three year old. Again, low, … Continue reading →

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