Discover the connection between play and mental health and how outdoor time supports kids’ emotional well-being, focus, and development at every age.
How to Help Kids Build Resilience When Life Doesn’t Go Their Way
Learn how to help kids build resilience when life takes a turn through age-appropriate strategies that boost confidence and adaptability.
Spring Allergies vs. Asthma: What Parents Should Watch For
Learn how to distinguish spring allergies vs. asthma in kids, what symptoms to watch for, and when to see your pediatrician.
Helping Kids Navigate Social Pressure and Friendship Challenges
Learn practical, age-appropriate strategies for helping kids navigate social pressure and friendship challenges from elementary school through high school.
Teen Stress Relief: Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques
Being a teenager is challenging. Learn practical teen stress relief strategies, such as mindfulness and relaxation, to support your children’s wellbeing.
Talking to Your Kids About Social Media Safety
Learn how to talk to your kids about social media safety with practical tips and insights from pediatric experts.
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COVID-19 and GRANDMAS and SCHOOL, OH MY!
Two of the most frequent questions we’ve been asked this summer about COVID-19: Should I let grandma near the baby? Should I send my kids to school?
We’ll be hosting our very first blood drive on Friday, August 14th at Raintree Pediatrics!
We will be hosting our very first blood drive on Friday August 14th, 2020 from 10am-3pm at Raintree Pediatrics. Address: 995 SW 34th St., Lee’s Summit, MO.
A new phone system is coming this summer!
The people have spoken, and we’ve listened. We’ll be implementing a new phone system this summer that will enhance the patient calling experience!
Happy 4th of July! Let’s talk about Summer Safety.
Did you know that the number one killer of children is unintentional injury? Some of our favorite summer activities top those lists.
What do you do when you find a tick? Get ticked off!
If you find a tick on your skin after being outside, you need to get it off as soon as possible. Don’t leave it in place for someone else to look at.
Fostering Part 3: Giant Leaps vs. Baby Steps
At any given time, there are over 2,000 children in Missouri waiting for their adoptive family. Whether it’s a giant leap or baby steps, everyone can help.
Simple Strategies to Keep Seasonal Allergies Under Control
Seasonal allergies, also called allergic rhinitis and hay fever, can make you miserable. Learn more about keeping seasonal allergies under control.
LSPG Celebrates Our 2020 Graduating Seniors
We’re so proud of our graduating seniors! 2020 graduation hasn’t been even close to normal, so we’re doing all we can to celebrate these young adults.
Fostering: Part 2
This is part 2 of a series of stories about fostering. Read on for Dr. Dyson’s personal adoption story that also gives you a glimpse into the fostering and adopting process. You might want to have some tissue handy.
Listen up! Protect your hearing.
Did you know that 5 in 10 people listen to their music or audio at volumes that are too loud? You need to protect your ears! Hearing loss is permanent.
Donuts or Health? Kim’s Weight Loss Story.
We’re so proud of Kim Jones, lab tech/lead phlebotomist at Lee’s Summit Physicians Group. She’s lost almost 100 pounds in the last year!
The Dreaded Pink Eye
Pink eye could be viral, bacterial, allergic, chemical or mechanical (getting poked in the eye). Today we’ll focus on allergic, viral & bacterial causes.