Patient Education Library
Browse this library of expert advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics. This collection of over 800 handouts covers 200 topics ranging from Acne to Whooping Cough.
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Medication Dosage Calculator
Be confident that you are treating your child with the correct dose of Tylenol, Motrin, or Benadryl. We can guide you on how much to give, based on your child’s weight.
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Use this symptom checker to learn how serious your child’s symptoms are, whether you need to see the doctor, and how you can provide relief.
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Reliable Websites & Handouts
Our recommendations for accurate online resources you can rely on.
General Health & Parenting
- AAP Patient Education Library
- HealthyChildren.orgThe AAP Parenting Website - HealthyChildren.org is the only parenting website backed by 67,000 pediatricians committed to the health of children of all ages.En Español
- Bright Futures Handouts for ParentsBirth to 17 Years
- Bright Futures Handouts for Patients7 to 21 Years
- Postpartum Depression
- Learn the Signs. Act Early.This CDC web site helps you to track your child’s development and act early if you have a concern.En Español
- Conditions and DiseasesChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia
- KidsHealth.orgReliable information for parents, kids, teens, and educators.
- CT Dept of Public Health
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Adolescent Health
- Young Women's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s HospitalEn Español
- Young Women's Health (For Parents)En Español
- Young Men's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital
- Young Men's Health (For Parents)
- Teens HealthResources for Teens from KidsHealth.org
- I Wanna KnowThe American Social Health Association’s website for teens’ questions and answers
- My Life, My Quit
Asthma & Allergies
Behavior & Development
- Stop Bullying
- Learning to Help Your Child and Your FamilyNational Alliance on Mental Illness
- Developmental MilestonesHealthyChildren.org
- National Institute of Child Health and DevelopmentInvestigating human development with a focus on understanding disabilities and important events that occur during pregnancy
COVID-19
Developmental Delays & Disabilities
- Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)Improving the lives of people affected by ADHD
- National Institute of Child Health and DevelopmentInvestigating human development with a focus on understanding disabilities and important events that occur during pregnancy
- LD OnlineAll about learning disabilities and ADHD
Immunizations
- Immunization ScheduleAmerican Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Vaccine Information StatementsCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Vaccine Safety: The FactsAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
- VaccinateYourFamily.orgHelping to protect people of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases
- Institute for Vaccine SafetyJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Immunize.orgFormerly Immunization Action Coalition (IAC)
- Vaccine Education CenterChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia
Insects
- Insect Sting AllergiesHealthyChildren.org
- How to Remove A TickHealthyChildren.org
- Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know
Nutrition & Diet
- Dr. Yum ProjectThe Dr. Yum Project is a non-profit organization on a mission to help families and communities overcome barriers to eating well.
- Dietary Reccommendations for Healthy ChildrenAmerican Heart Association
- My PlateUSDA Center for Nutrition Policy & Promotion
- NutritionHealthyChildren.org
- Bite-Sized Milestones: Signs of Solid Food ReadinessHealthyChildren.org
- Infant NutritionUSDA MyPlate
Safety
- Choking and First Aid
- Choking and CPR (Under 1 Year)
- Choking and CPR (1-8 Years)
- Poison Control CenterNational Capital Poison Control Center
- SafeKids.orgOur mission is to help prevent childhood injuries
- National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationUp-to-date car seat information
- SafeTeenDriving.orgPartners for Safe Teen Driving
- Safety Education (CPSC)
- Product Recalls (CPSC)Consumer Product Safety Commission
- NetSmartzHow to stay safer on the Internet
Screenings
- Covid Vaccine Screening
- CRAFFT QuestionnaireScreen for substance-related risks and problems in adolescents
- Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)En Español
- GAD-7 Anxiety
- Lead Assessment
- Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status (PEDS)En Español
- Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) Depression Screening
- Pediatric Symptom Checklist (PSC-17)
- Tuberculosis Screening
Sleep
- Safe to Sleep
- Getting Your Baby to SleepHealthyChildren.org
- Back to Sleep, Tummy to PlayHealthyChildren.org
- Baby Sleep Advice for Parents & KidsPediatric Sleep Council
- Melatonin for Kids: What Parents Should Know About This Sleep AidHealthyChildren.org
- Sleep Tips for Your Family's Mental HealthHealthyChildren.org
- Staying Out Late & CurfewsHealthyChildren.org
Medication Dosage Calculator
Easily determine the right dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol), Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), or Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for your child’s weight.
For Zyrtec, see this dosage guide.
Important Instructions
- Always read and follow the label instructions.
- Whenever possible, use the dosing device that came with the product. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons.
- If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable.
For infants under 6 pounds, check with your doctor.
| Child's Weight | Medication | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 1.25 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.25 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 3.75 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.875 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 4 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 2.5 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1.5 tablets |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 3.75 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2.5 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2.5 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 72-95 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 3 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1.5 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 3 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1.5 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 2 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 20 mL |
| 96 lbs or more | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 2 tablets |
| 20-24 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 4 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 5 mL |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 7.5 mL |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 10 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1 tablet |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1.5 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 25-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1/2 tablet |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 1 capsule |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 2 capsules |
Acetaminophen
Tylenol
- Do not give before 2 months of age. Call us immediately if your baby under 2 months old has a fever.
- Repeat dose every 4-6 hours while symptoms last.
- Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
- Do not use with any other product containing acetaminophen.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
Ibuprofen
Advil, Motrin
- Not for use with children under 6 months of age.
- Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
- Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
Diphenhydramine
Benadryl
- When recommended by a provider, Benadryl may be used safely in young children.
- Non-sedating alternatives (eg, loratadine, cetirizine, fexofenadine) are available over-the-counter. Please ask a healthcare provider before using these medications in children under 2 years of age.
- Repeat dose every 6 hours as needed.
- Children’s Benadryl Fastmelts: Each fastmelt tablet contains the equivalent of 12.5 mg of Diphenhydramine HCL, dosed the same as chewable tablets.
- Risk of side effects: May cause drowsiness or paradoxical excitation. Use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery after dosing due to potential for sedation and decreased alertness. This is especially relevant for teen drivers.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
24/7 Access with My Kid’s Chart
Life is busy. Juggling your day-to-day schedule and staying on top of your family’s health care can be a challenge, but our patient portal can help. Access your child’s medical records 24/7 from your home, office or smart phone.
NEED TO REGISTER?
We encourage all families to sign up for the portal to help us be sustainable and paperless. Call our office and we will take care of it.
CONVENIENT ACCESS TO HEALTH RECORDS
From the patient portal, you can review a complete health information summary for each child in your care, including:
- Most recent well child visit date
- Upcoming appointments
- A summary of labs and medical tests
- A problem list, allergy list and medications list
- A complete immunization record, available to download
- Growth parameters, available to download
See the My Kid’s Chart User’s Guide to familiarize yourself with all of the features currently available.
SECURE COMMUNICATION
Secure messaging is a feature of our patient portal. You can use it to contact us about non-urgent medical questions and medication refills.
We will communicate with you via the portal for lab results and non-urgent communication in order to link all communication within your child’s chart.
Healthy Roots Pediatrics
27 Hilliard Street
Manchester, CT 06042
We are located just off of North Main Street, next to Manchester Eighth Utilities District.
Phone
860-646-3903
Fax
860-645-3492
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Most Saturdays
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Urgent appointments only
We require an appointment for your child to be seen.
Saturday Appointments
To make a Saturday morning appointment, please call and leave a message with our answering service. Beginning at 8am, a staff member will return messages in the order received and schedule sick visits. Please call early!
After-Hours Care
If your child’s illness or injury is life threatening, dial 911.
For urgent matters that cannot wait until business hours, our office provides an after-hours emergency triage service (4:30pm–8:00am) for cases where a parent or caregiver needs to speak with a registered nurse for medical advice. There is a charge of $25 for this service that is not covered by insurance.
For all other routine calls such as medication refills, dosing questions, etc. please call during our regularly scheduled hours.
Many health insurance companies have their own nurse advice line. Please check the back of your insurance card/policy for details.
Poison Control Hotline
(800) 222-1222
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988
www.988lifeline.org