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After 27 years in primary care private practice, I joined the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Louisville School of Medicine where I am currently the director of the newborn nursery at U of Louisville Hospital. I have a special interest in toddler behavior, and I offer parenting workshops on dealing with the issues involved in caring for toddlers.
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Pediatrics
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Yes: Your let-down reflex is very strong - and totally normal.
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Soft spots are safe: Your baby's soft spots are pretty tough and are not dangerous to touch lightly. Obviously keep sharp objects away, but do not worry too much about p... Read More
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Yes: If he seems otherwise fine, it is ok. However, after ~1 hour you should rouse him to be sure that he can reach a normal level of alertness.
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Weeks: The rash progresses from papules to vesicles to scabs over 1-2 weeks. You will be contagious until all the lesions have become dried scabs. It may t... Read More
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Take turns: Take turns responding to your crying infant. If you are breastfeeding, dad can get the baby, change the diaper and bring him to you to feed.
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No: We have had feet a lot longer than we have had shoes. Babies only need shoes when they are walking on rough surfaces. Some intoed feet may improve w... Read More
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No: It really doesn't matter much. Some recommend vegetables first so baby doesn't get a sweet tooth and reject vegetables after tasting sweet fruits. Ju... Read More
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Might take time: Bonding is not like epoxy, that only has a few minutes to set. Attachment to another human being often takes time and develops slowly. Your baby wil... Read More
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Mild illness: Rubella causes a mild illness, low grade fever, a faint rash and often swollen lymph nodes at the back of the head. General malaise for 3-4 days. Not ... Read More
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All O : All the children would be type o. They could be + or -, as the 0 + mother could be a carrier for the -.
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~1 quart: If she is eating a reasonable amount of solid foods, she can have as much breast milk as she wants. Formula fed babies should get about a quart a day... Read More
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Menses=fertile: As long as you are menstruating, you might conceive.
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?normal: This could be normal. White stools could signify liver disease. I would observe for a few days. Check with your dr. If persists.
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2 yrs after breasts: Menarche (the onset of menstruation) varies quite a bit from girl to girl, but it usually begins ~2 years after the breast begin to develop.
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Abscess?: You could have a retropharnygeal abscess. If you are having trouble swallowing, go see your doctor.
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Unlikely: Grapefruit would be an unusual cause of diarrhea.
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Ignore: Sleep on back in own bed, with nothing in the bed but the baby - no pillows,blankets, or toys.
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No: Thrush is caused by a yeast and is unrelated to vodka.
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NO: Pregnancy is almost impossible without penetration.
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Yes: They can be given together.
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NO: As long as no sperm gets in the vagina, there will be no prengnacy.
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Not much: They are both antihistamines and would reduce allergic symptoms. The Benadryl (diphenhydramine) might make him/her a bit sleepy.
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No: It is not necessary, but you might get engorged on the unfed side, so using both breasts at each feeding is preferred.
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Expectorants thin: Expectorants make mucus thinner and easier to cough up, and should be used with loose, productive coughs. Suppressants inhibit coughing and are best ... Read More
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Crib: Most hotels will provide a crib. Avoid sleeping in the same bed with you baby.
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Depends: If you get a new infection during the 1st trimester, your baby could have some birth defects. If you have an old infection, your baby will probably b... Read More
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Toys: Some kind of hand toy will help. For only wet diapers, many moms find it easier to change the diaper with the baby standing up.
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Yes if: Yes, if she has a fever or does not seem to be improving in 1-2 days.
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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or claritin: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) works well but can be sedating, or paradoxically might cause hyperactivity. Claritin is a nice alternative, working for 24... Read More
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URI: This sounds like a simple head cold. Use some saline nse drops and a rubber bulb syringe to clear the baby's nose.
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Around age 2: Teeth come in when they come in. 1st molars usually arrive around the 2nd birthday. Your baby dentition seems to be completely normal.
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Very unlikely: Rabies is usually passed through the saliva of an infected animal. so a paw scratch is less worrisome, and without a break in the skin, very unlikely.
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P fruits: Fruits that start with the letter p can help soften bowels - pears peaches prunes plums and apricots can help. Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide)... Read More
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Yogurt: Yogurt taken orally and applied topically to the rash and in the vagina can be helpful.
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Yes: That is unusual. Check with a dentist.
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Yes: All infants should be checked for lead at ~1 and 2 yrs of age. In older homes, be careful about peeling paint, a common source of lead poisoning.
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Yes: It would be extremely surprising if it did not change. Bringing a new person into a household is a huge event that will change relationships. Your mar... Read More
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Measles=very sick: Patients with measles are very ill, with fever, lethargy and a rash which starts behind the ears and progresses down the body.There may be a few white... Read More
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Thrush: This sounds like thrush, caused by a yeast. Your doctor can prescribe some drops to clear this up.
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Balance: Eat a health balanced diet. Avoid excesses of caffeine.
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No: Most dentists agree that until age 4, thumbs and pacifiers do not cause any dental problems, as they are concerned with the secondary teeth, not baby ... Read More
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Not the rust: It is not the rust, but bacteria that often live on rusty nails. It is the puncture wound that allows these bacteria to enter your body and grow in t... Read More
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Keep it dry: Keep it dry until it falls off. Fold the diaper down so it doesn't cover the stump, and use sponge baths instead of tub baths. If you see any rednes... Read More
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Virus: Viral diseases often cause a transient lowering of all blood components, including platelets.
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?normal: Candida can be normal. If there is a diaper rash, lotrimim cream should help. Check with your dr. If grey stools persist.
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Yes: It will have no effect on your breastmilk.
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Pneumonia or stomach: The symptoms listed - cough, fever and crackles in the lungs are indicative of pneumonia. Vomiting is not a usual symptom of pneumonia, but could be ... Read More
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Not likely: The time a woman is likely to become pregnant is about 2 weeks after her period.
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Not : If she has a period, she is not likely to be pregnant. If you do not want to become pregnant, do not have unprotected sex!
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Dr. Wasser is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Wasser is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thank you very much Dr Lawrence.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD
MD
Residency
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL BOSTON
Completed 1977
Awards
Associate Professor
Top Pediatrician, First Place, Kentucky - Summer
2013
Affiliations
American Academy of Pediatrics
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