Mindful Pediatrics Blog

Spring is when kindergarten registration begins across Georgia, and for many Johns Creek families, this is the moment it all starts to feel real. Your child is stepping into a brand‑new world — new teachers, new routines, new friends — and with that comes a checklist of health requirements that must be completed before the first day of school. This guide breaks down everything Georgia parents need to know about kindergarten immunization forms , screenings, deadlines, and how

Introduction: A Small Moment With a Big Message During a morning school drive, Dr. Priya Thomas shared a ritual familiar to many families — daily affirmations. Her sons repeat: “I’m smart. I’m brave. I’m strong. I’m loved.”  But today, something remarkable happened. After listing the people who love them, her younger son added: “…and you love you.” That simple reminder captures one of the most important lessons in childhood development: self‑worth begins early, and children m

As spring unfolds in Johns Creek, many families are already looking ahead to the next school year. Kindergarten registrations open, summer camp forms start rolling in, and parents begin gathering the health documents their children will need long before the first bell rings. Preparing early — even before summer begins — helps avoid the last‑minute rush and ensures your child starts school healthy, confident, and ready to thrive. This back‑to‑school pediatric checklist helps J

When your child has a fever, it’s easy to feel anxious — especially when the fever lingers or comes with symptoms that don’t quite fit the usual “cold or virus” pattern. In this week’s Medical Monday , Dr. Priya Thomas explains an important condition all parents should know: Kawasaki disease . Kawasaki disease is a rare inflammatory illness that affects the blood vessels, especially those supplying the heart. It mostly impacts young children, and early recognition makes a tre

Toddler tantrums can feel overwhelming — especially when they happen in public, in the middle of a busy day, or when you’re already stretched thin. Many parents worry that frequent tantrums mean something is wrong. But here’s the truth pediatricians emphasize again and again: Toddler tantrums are a normal, healthy part of development. In this week’s Wednesday Wisdom, Dr. Priya Thomas from Mindful Pediatrics explains why tantrums happen and how parents can respond in a way tha

Fever is one of the most common reasons parents call their pediatrician, visit urgent care, or rush to the ER. And it makes sense — when your child feels hot, looks flushed, or suddenly becomes clingy and tired, it’s natural to worry. Fever feels dramatic. It feels urgent. It feels like something is wrong. But here’s the pediatric truth, beautifully summarized by Dr. Priya Thomas in her Medical Monday message: “Fever can sometimes be a sign of a serious illness. However, the