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The Role of Nutrition in Promoting Healthy Development in Children
posted: Dec. 14, 2022.

Good nutrition is important for everyone, especially children. Your child isn’t through growing and developing. Your child’s body needs help from the nutrients and vitamins contained in foods. Good nutrition plays Read more
Signs of an Eating Disorder
posted: Dec. 12, 2022.

How your pediatrician in Holly Springs, NC, can help when your child has an eating disorder Do you think your child has an eating disorder? Eating disorders are a common problem Read more
Sick Child Diagnosis and Treatment
posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

When your child is sick, you need the expertise and compassion of a pediatrician. Your pediatrician knows how to treat childhood illnesses and injuries and can help your child feel Read more
The Importance of Children’s Mental Health
posted: Nov. 11, 2022.

Adults aren’t the only people that need mental health services. Children can suffer mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and other conditions, just like adults. If your child suffers from Read more
Symptoms of ADHD in Children
posted: Nov. 02, 2022.

It’s normal for children to act out. You want your child to test boundaries and show independence, which are both normal milestones in a child’s development. If your child is Read more
Common Fall Illnesses to Watch Out For
posted: Oct. 21, 2022.

How your pediatricians in Holly Springs, NC, can treat your child’s illness Fall is here, and so is flu and cold season. When your child starts school, your child will be Read more
What are Sick Child Visits?
posted: Oct. 19, 2022.

When your child is sick, it’s comforting to know that help and advice from your pediatrician are just a phone call away. So, what happens when your child is very Read more
School Problems and Your Child: How StarLight Pediatrics Can Help
posted: Oct. 19, 2022.

How your pediatricians in Holly Springs, NC, can help your child School is an important part of your child’s life, and you want your child to succeed. Doing well in school Read more
What Should I Do for My Child’s Fever?
posted: Oct. 05, 2022.

When your child is sick, it can be difficult to know what to do. When your child has a fever, it can be especially scary, because a fever may indicate Read more
What Are the Signs of Anxiety in Children
posted: Sep. 21, 2022.

What Are the Signs of Anxiety in Children: What’s Normal and When To Seek Help When adults struggle with anxiety or any other strong emotion they are more likely to tell Read more
What Happens During a Developmental Screening?
posted: Sep. 16, 2022.

Autism is an often mentioned topic in the media, so many parents wonder if their child may be affected by the condition. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a behavioral condition Read more
Diagnosing ADHD in Children
posted: Sep. 15, 2022.

Check out the ADHD treatment options for your child by consulting with Dr. Maria Castro and our team of trained professionals at StarLight Pediatrics in Holly Springs, NC. Diagnosing ADHD in Read more
Behavioral Health and Your Child
posted: Sep. 14, 2022.

Children exhibit all kinds of interesting behaviors. Many of these behaviors are normal boundary testing, showing independence, and other healthy milestones you want to see. Children can also exhibit behaviors you Read more
Helping Your Child Live Well With Asthma
posted: Sep. 02, 2022.

Need help controlling your child’s asthma symptoms? Your pediatrician can help. We know that seeing your child cough, wheeze and have trouble taking a full breath can be more than a Read more
What Is a Developmental Screening?
posted: Sep. 01, 2022.

Missing certain milestones, such as beginning to talk or walk at a certain age, could be a sign of developmental problems and the need for early intervention services. Developmental screening Read more
Importance of a Pulmonary Function Test
posted: Aug. 29, 2022.

A pulmonary function test helps doctors diagnose different types of respiratory issues. The test is administered to children experiencing breathing difficulties due to asthma, allergies, lung disease, or other conditions. Read more