Welcome to Our New Blog, "Little Patients, Big Questions" hosted by Dr. Serena Larsen and Dr. Claire Conrad.

Little Patients, Big Questions!

We are excited to announce the launch of a new blog dedicated to answering the big questions our little patients and their families often wonder about. Starting Monday, May 4th, Dr. Serena Larsen and Dr. Claire Conrad will share useful and insightful posts every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month on our website. We want to be a resource for our community and help support parents/families by providing helpful information about kid health and well-being.

Why We Created This Blog

There are so many topics to navigate and questions that come up when kids grow up. There are also a lot of opinions out there in the world! It’s no wonder that sometimes these questions can feel overwhelming or hard to find reliable answers for. We want to offer a trusted space where families can get clear, practical advice.

In this blog, we will cover important information for families with children of any age. We will explore a wide range of common topics, from navigating common childhood illnesses and nutrition tips to supporting emotional well-being, preventing injuries, and staying safe during seasonal activities and outdoor adventures. Our goal is to make this medical information accessible and applicable. 

What to Expect

Each blog post will focus on a specific question or topic relevant to children’s health. A lot of times these are even questions we commonly get from families in clinic!

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Clear explanations of medical terms and conditions

• Practical tips for managing common health concerns at home and keeping kids healthy in different environments/settings  

• Answers to questions we hear often from families

• Reliable information on best practices in pediatric care from your local pediatricians! We use sources like the American Academy of Pediatrics, Seattle Children’s hospital, trusted medical journals, as well as years of experience from our writers and colleagues.

We want this blog to be a helpful resource you can return to whenever you need guidance or reassurance.

How Often Will We Post?

You can expect posts every 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. Mark your calendar for Monday, May 4th, when Dr. Larsen will kick things off with water safety! We will be talking about important things to keep in mind for your baby, toddler, school age child and teen this spring/summer to keep them safe in the water.

About the authors: Dr. Larsen + Dr. Conrad

Dr. Serena Larsen and Dr. Claire Conrad are board certified pediatricians who work here in our clinic at MI peds. They bring knowledge and a compassionate approach to their work and believe that good communication with families is key aspect to childhood health. They are excited to provide helpful and accessible information for the community and provide support to families outside of our clinic walls!

Follow along as they cover topics for kids of all ages, from newborns to adolescents. If you want to read more about your writers, check out our clinic’s “about” page for physician profiles and blurbs about everyone that works here at MI peds.

What This Means for Our Little Patients

We hope to empower families with knowledge that supports healthy growth. When parents understand what to expect and how to respond to common health concerns, children receive better care at home and in the clinic. We hope that this blog will help families feel confident and well informed!

We look forward to sharing this journey with you. Don’t forget to visit our website on Monday, May 4th for the first post. Together, we can make a positive difference in the health and happiness of our little patients.