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Sunshine Pediatrics offers prenatal visits, newborn care, and IBCLC lactation support to help families with breastfeeding and life after baby. - [Lawn Mower Safety Tips for Families](https://clarkmdpeds.com/lawn-mower-safety-tips/) - Lawn mower safety tips: recommended ages for mower use, safe equipment, clothing, and yard rules to help prevent serious lawn mower injuries in kids. - [Mental Health Tips for Teen Graduates](https://clarkmdpeds.com/mental-health-tips-for-teen-graduates/) - Mental health tips for teen graduates: managing transitions, planning care, using campus supports, staying safe with substances, sex, and new responsibilities. - [Spring break safety tips](https://clarkmdpeds.com/spring-break-safety-tips/) - Spring break safety tips: sun protection for babies and kids, tanning risks, plus pool and beach safety so families can enjoy a safe vacation together. - [7 Tips for Allergy Season](https://clarkmdpeds.com/7-tips-for-allergy-season/) - 7 tips for allergy season tips for kids: spot common symptoms, use medicines, reduce triggers, and know when to ask your pediatrician about allergy shots. - [Flu Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention](https://clarkmdpeds.com/the-flu/) - Flu overview for families: flu symptoms, which kids are at higher risk, home care tips, treatment options, and how yearly flu vaccines help prevent illness. - [Holiday Mental Health Tips for Families](https://clarkmdpeds.com/holiday-mental-health-tips/) - Pediatric holiday mental health tips: simple ways to reduce stress, keep routines, give back, manage sadness or isolation, and enjoy time together as a family. - [Resources, FAQs & Reading for Parents](https://clarkmdpeds.com/for-parents/) - Resources for parents: newborn FAQs, dosage and immunization charts, trusted web links, and recommended reading to support your child’s health and development. - [Pediatric Winter Safety Tips for Kids](https://clarkmdpeds.com/winter-safety-tips/) - Pediatric winter safety tips for kids: what to wear, hypothermia and winter health basics, plus safe skating, sledding, sun, and fire protection for families. - [Allergy Tips for Kids & Families](https://clarkmdpeds.com/allergy-tips/) - Allergy tips for kids: how to spot symptoms, reduce triggers at home, manage seasonal allergies and asthma, and know when to see a pediatric allergy specialist. - [Sun Safety & Water Safety Tips](https://clarkmdpeds.com/sun-safety/) - Sun safety tips for babies, kids, and families, plus pool and beach safety guidance to prevent sunburn, skin damage, and water injuries all summer long. - [Summer Safety Tips for Kids Outdoors](https://clarkmdpeds.com/summer-safety-tips-staying-safe-outdoors/) - Summer safety tips for kids: fireworks, bug, playground, bike, scooter, ATV, and lawn mower safety to help families prevent common warm‑weather injuries. - [Back-to-School Pediatric Checkup Tips](https://clarkmdpeds.com/back-to-school-back-to-the-doctor/) - Back‑to‑school pediatric checkup tips: why yearly well visits matter, what happens at the exam, sports physicals, vaccines, and supporting growing students. - [Health Tips for the College Freshman](https://clarkmdpeds.com/healthy-tips-for-the-college-freshman/) - Health Tips for the College Freshman: vaccines, insurance, emergency care, chronic conditions, mental health, and staying safe with alcohol, drugs, and sex. - [Halloween Safety Tips for Kids](https://clarkmdpeds.com/halloween-safety-tips/) - Halloween safety tips for kids: costumes, pumpkins, home safety, trick‑or‑treat rules, and healthy treat ideas so families can enjoy a fun, safe holiday. - [Pediatric Toy Safety Tips for Kids](https://clarkmdpeds.com/toy-safety-tips/) - Pediatric toy safety tips: how to choose age‑appropriate toys, avoid choking, battery, magnet hazards, store toys safely, and prevent common toy injuries. - [Seasonal Pediatric Health Tips](https://clarkmdpeds.com/seasonal-tips/) - Year-round pediatric health and safety tips for kids—seasonal allergy advice, summer sun and water safety, back-to-school prep, and winter flu prevention. - [A Guide To Children's Dental Health](https://clarkmdpeds.com/a-guide-to-childrens-dental-health/) - Pediatric guide to children’s dental health, with easy tips by age to prevent tooth decay, cavities, and keep your child’s smile healthy from birth onward. ## Pages - [HOME](https://clarkmdpeds.com/) - Sunshine Pediatrics — African American & female pediatrician in Silver Spring, MD. Trusted kids' doctor serving Maryland & the DMV. Book your visit today! - [About Our Pediatric Team](https://clarkmdpeds.com/about/) - Meet the team at Sunshine Pediatrics in Silver Spring, MD—compassionate pediatric providers offering lactation support and behavioral health for kids. - [CONTACT US](https://clarkmdpeds.com/contact-us/) - Get In TouchYour child’s health is our priority. Don’t hesitate to reach out and connect with us for personalized care and support. Contact us now and let’s take the first step towards a healthy future together!” Office HoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday9:00AM – 5:00PM Tuesday, Thursday9:00AM – 1:00PM Closed for lunch MWF 12:30-1:30pm After-hours Privia Virtual ClinicCall - [Forms and Policies](https://clarkmdpeds.com/forms-and-policies/) - Forms and PoliciesVaccine PolicyAt Sunshine Pediatrics, LLC, we firmly believe in the effectiveness and safety of childhood vaccines to prevent serious illness and to save lives, and we fully support the vaccination of all children and young adults. Vaccines have saved more lives in the past century than any other medical intervention and, as a - [Privacy Policy](https://clarkmdpeds.com/privacy-policy/) - This Privacy Policy outlines how we, Sunshine Pediatrics, collect, use, and protect personal data that we gather from visitors to our website, as well as how we handle protected health information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA regulations. 1. Information Collection and Use We may collect personal data from you when you visit our website, such - [Patient Portal](https://clarkmdpeds.com/patient-portal/) - patient portalAccess your personal health information and test results, securely message your care team, and manage payments, all from one spot and at your convenience, 24/7. See your provider’s openings and schedule appointments. Review prescription medications and request renewals. View payment history and pay current invoices. Sign InCreate an account ## FAQs - [Should I Give My Infant Water for Hiccups?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/should-i-give-my-infant-water-for-hiccups/) - Infant has hiccups? Learn why hiccups are common in newborns, simple ways to manage them, and why babies under 4 months should not be given water. - [When to Call the Doctor for a Baby’s Fever?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/when-should-i-call-the-doctor-regarding-fever/) - Wondering when to call the doctor for a baby’s fever? Learn what temperature is serious in infants under 2 months & why you should never give Tylenol or Motrin. - [Is It Normal When My Infant Noisily Breathes?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/is-it-normal-for-my-infant-to-make-noises-when-she-breathes/) - Wondering if your infant’s noisy breathing is normal? Learn why newborns often sound congested, what typical breathing looks like, and when to call your pediatrician. - [Why does my baby have acne?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/why-does-my-baby-have-acne/) - Wondering why your baby has acne? Learn how common newborn acne is, how maternal hormones play a role, simple care tips, and when to call your pediatrician. - [My Baby Has Breasts—Is This Normal?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/my-baby-has-breasts-is-this-normal/) - Baby has breast swelling? Learn why breast buds are common in newborns from maternal hormones and when tenderness, redness, or fever needs a check. - [My baby has white spots in his mouth. What should I do?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/my-baby-has-white-spots-in-his-mouth-what-should-i-do/) - Baby has white spots in the mouth? Learn why newborn thrush is common, how Candida causes it, and when antifungal treatment from your pediatrician is needed. - [How to Take Care of a Newborn Umbilical Cord?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/how-do-i-take-care-of-the-umbilical-cord/) - Learn how to care for your newborn’s umbilical cord, prevent infection, know what normal healing looks like, and when to call your pediatrician. - [Is Vaginal Discharge Normal in Newborn Girls?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/is-it-normal-for-my-daughter-to-have-vaginal-discharge/) - Learn why a white, creamy vaginal discharge or brief bleeding in newborn girls is usually a normal effect of maternal hormones and when to call your pediatrician. - [Is it possible to spoil my baby?](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq-items/is-it-possible-to-spoil-my-baby/) - Wondering if you can spoil your baby? Learn how responding to your newborn’s needs builds trust, secure attachment, and healthy emotional development. ## Categories - [Latest Articles](https://clarkmdpeds.com/category/latest-articles/) - [Health Tips](https://clarkmdpeds.com/category/health-tips/) ## FAQ Categories - [newborns](https://clarkmdpeds.com/faq_category/newborns/)