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Welcome to the Little Spuds Blog, your go-to resource for tips, advice, and the latest news in pediatric care. From managing common childhood illnesses to parenting tips and updates on our services, we’re here to support you and your family every step of the way. Dive in and discover how we make pediatric care convenient, transparent, and accessible right from your home.
Why Paying “Cash” for In-Home Urgent Care Can Be an Affordable (and Smart) Choice for Families in Clark County, Washington
Looking for affordable, flexible pediatric care in Clark or Cowlitz County, Washington? 💛 Discover why paying “cash” for in-home pediatric urgent care with Little Spuds Pediatrics can actually save your family money, especially when using HSA or FSA funds. Skip the waiting rooms, hidden fees, and surprise bills while getting expert care delivered right to your doorstep. Learn how local families are already using their HSA/FSA benefits for in-home visits and why this smart, budget-friendly option is the perfect way to plan for your child’s care in the year ahead.
Making Your Child’s First Ear Piercing a Special Memory
Discover how to make your child’s first ear piercing safe, memorable, and stress-free! Little Spuds Pediatrics offers gentle, medical-grade ear piercing for kids and babies — all in the comfort of your Clark County, WA home. Get our easy checklist for a smooth experience, plus learn why parents across Vancouver, Ridgefield, Camas, and Southwest Washington trust us for mobile pediatric care and ear piercing. Book your visit today!
Summer Safety Tips
At Little Spuds Pediatrics, we know how much families across Clark County—from Vancouver and Camas to Ridgefield, Battle Ground, Woodland, and beyond—love taking advantage of our beautiful lakes, rivers, and sunny trails each summer. But we also know how quickly a fun day can turn into an urgent situation.
That’s why we created this essential guide to summer safety. In it, you’ll find practical tips on preventing drowning at local lakes and backyard pools, protecting kids from sunburn and heat exhaustion, keeping little ones safe around fireworks and open windows, and making sure every bike ride through Southwest Washington’s neighborhoods starts with a properly fitted helmet.
Our mobile pediatric urgent care team is here to keep your family healthy all summer long—delivering expert, compassionate care right to your doorstep when you need it most.
Read on to learn how to keep your kids safe, happy, and enjoying every moment this season.
“I’m Only Human” #003: Hand, Foot & Mouth
Hand foot and mouth disease is a very contagious, very common viral illness of infancy and childhood that typically resolves on it’s own in just 7-10 days. Common complications include dehydration and secondary skin infections. Less common complications exist for specific strains. Neonates are more at risk for severe disease.
“I’m Only Human” #001: Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum is a very contagious, painless, viral skin rash occurring during childhood that generally resolves on its own with a little tincture of time.