Straightening Out the Facts on Braces
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on the topic of braces.
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See below videos from pediatrician Dr. Lewis First's weekly program, First with Kids. These segments offer tips for keeping children and adolescents healthy and happy, and are always delivered with Dr. First's special brand of humor.
Dr. First is chief of pediatrics at the Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, and chair of the department of pediatrics at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. View Dr. Lewis First's profile.
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Transitioning Your Teen From the Pediatrician to a Clinician Who Cares for Adults
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on transitioning your teenager from pediatric medical care to adult medical care.
Keep Germs at Bay with Good Hand Hygiene
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Easy to Digest Tips on Starting Solids
Lewis First, Chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on when to start introducing solid food to your baby.
‘Snot What it Seems: Why Making Mucus Is Good for You
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen discusses how mucus in the nose helps prevent germs from entering our body by acting as the body's filtering system.
New Year’s Resolutions for Kids in 2012
Fletcher Allen's Chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital offers healthy suggestions for your children's New Year resolutions.
Safety First This Holiday Season
Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers tips to prevent holiday hazards.
Motion Sickness Tips That Are Easy to Keep Down
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on the topic of motion sickness.
Dr. First’s Two Cents on Coin Swallowing
Chief of Pediatrics, Lewis First, MD, at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about what to do if your child swallows a coin.
Sniffing Out Solutions to Body Odor
Pediatrician, Dr. Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers tips to help your teenager confront body odor.
Hungry for the Holidays? Help Combat Food Insecurity
Lewis First, MD, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about food insecurity and offers information about many programs that can assist families with putting healthy food on the table.
Making a Pass at Dealing with Gas !
Lewis First, MD chief of Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, talks about certain foods that may cause your child to pass gas.
Spray Away Your Child’s Fears
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers tips to help your toddler overcome their fears.
Sugar Isn’t Always Sweet for Kids – but It Doesn’t Contribute to Hyperactivity
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital discusses sugar and hyperactivity. Sugar has not been proven to cause hyperactivity; it does cause tooth decay and obesity in young children.
Staying Safe is the Trick to Making Halloween a Treat
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital offers tips for a safe and happy Halloween.
Dish Up Healthy Meals With My Plate
Pediatrician, Lewis First, from Vermont Children's Hospital discusses the new "my plate" concept that recently replaced the Food Pyramid. This colorful food plate makes eating healthy very simple.
Who “Nose” What to do About Nose-Picking?
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital offers advice about nose-picking.
Raising the Bar on Crib Safety
Pediatrician, Lewis First, chief of Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about crib safety and the new national safety regulations for cribs.
Breathe Easy! Asthma Advice is Here
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about childhood asthma and the importance of knowing all the facts.
The Burp Stops Here !
Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers tips on how to minimize your child's burping.
Bullying: First With Kids - Vermont Children's Hospital, Fletcher Allen
Dr. Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers great advice on the relevant topic of bullying; how to help your child if he/she is being bullied and how to help your child if he/she is the bully.
Give Your Baby the Best Start: Avoid Alcohol During Pregnancy
Lewis First, pediatrician and chief of Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen discusses fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and how drinking alcohol while you are pregnant can adversely effect your unborn child.
To Text or Not to Text?
Lewis First, pediatrician and chief of Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice about teaching your teenager texting etiquette.
Make the Grade for Going Back-to-School
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers suggestions for giving your child a healthy start to the new school year.
“Herb” Your Enthusiasm for Giving Your Child Herbal Supplements
Dr. Lewis First, chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Childrens' Hospital at Fletcher Allen provides several reasons for not giving your child herbal medicines.
Figuring Out Food Allergies
Pediatrician, Lewis First, MD chief of Pediatrics at Fletcher Allen provides information about food allergies - how to know if your child has one and how to treat them.
‘Ear This: Ways to Combat Swimmer’s Ear
Pediatrician, Lewis First, MD chief of Pediatrics at Fletcher Allen provides information about swimmer's ear - tips on how to prevent it and how to treat it.
Taking the Bite Out of Teething
Pediatrician, Lewis First, Chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on teething and talks about ways to prevent early tooth decay.
Ironing Out Concerns About Iron
Lewis First, chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen provides helpful information to ensure your child receives enough iron in his or her diet.
Shedding Some White on Toothbrushing Blues
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital offers tips when teaching your young child how to brush his teeth and provides options to make toothbrushing fun.
Jump into Trampoline Safety!
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital offers advice about the use of trampolines and how to a prevent serious injury.
Have a (Safe) Blast on the Fourth of July!
Dr. Lewis First, chief of pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, talks about fireworks safety and how best to prevent injury.
When Should You Worry About a Hernia ?
Pediatrician Lewis First, Chief of Vermont Children's Hospital, offers advise on hernias - what causes them and how to treat them.
Should Your Little Ones Dive Into Swimming Lessons?
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital, discusses swim classes for infants and toddlers. The American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend swim classes for infants under the age of one.
Gear-up For Bike Safety
Lewis First, MD, chief of Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about bicycle safety and how to keep your child safe while riding their bike.
Easy to Digest Advice on Picky Eaters
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers tips for introducing your child to new foods.
Is Sleeping with Your Baby a Good Idea?
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers important tips about co-sleeping. To keep your baby safe, put a crib or bassinet near your bed.
Ground Rules for Baseball Safety
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about baseball safety and the importance of wearing the proper gear.
Don’t Get Ticked-off About Lyme Disease
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offer tips for preventing and treating Lyme disease.
CPR Should Be Com-pulse-ory for Parents
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about how vital it is for parents to learn CPR airway and breathing techniques to be prepared for any emergency situation.
Cleaning Up the Clean-up Routine
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers tips to get your kids to clean up their rooms, and stresses the importance of teaching your kids when they are very young.
Nature Deficit Disorder
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about the importance of getting your child outside each day to experience nature.
It’s Fun, But Is It Exercise?
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about exergaming, and the added benefits of outdoor exercise.
Is It Possible To Spoil A Baby ?
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about spoiling your baby in the first year of life.
Eye Opening Tips on Pinkeye
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers information and advice about pink eye.
Brush Off Bad Breath
Dr. Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers tips on preventing and treating your child's bad breath.
Heads-Up on Bloody Noses
Dr. Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers advice about treating and preventing a bloody nose.
The Baby Bottle Battle
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital, Fletcher Allen talks about the best time to move your child from a bottle to a cup.
One View on Eye Injuries
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers advice on how to treat eye injuries.
Avoid the Slippery Slope of Unsafe Skiing
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, offers safety tips for skiing and snowboarding.
Drying Up Concerns About Dehydration
Pediatrician Dr. Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on keeping your child hydrated when they are ill.
How to Limit Stranger Danger
Pediatrician Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers tips on how best to talk with your child about strangers.
Playing It Cool: What to Do If Your Child Gets Frostbite
Lewis First, MD, chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital talks about frostbite - how best to detect it and prevent it. Dr. First stresses the importance of dressing your child in layers and making sure they wear a hat.
Don't Toy With Safety
Dr. Lewis First, chief pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital in Burlington, offers tips for toy safety. One very important tip is to be certain the toy is age-appropriate.
Are We There Yet ?
Dr. Lewis First, chief of Vermont Children's Hospital in Burlington, Vermont, offers travel tips to make holiday travel enjoyable for everyone in the family.
Head-off Problems with Lice
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen discusses preventing and treating head lice in children.
Hook Your Kids on the Arts
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about theater arts. Children of all ages love to pretend, and if they love to pretend they are well on their way to being introduced to theater arts.
Give the Flu the Cold Shoulder by Getting Your Child Immunized
Lewis First, M.D., chief of pediatrics at Vermont Children's Hospital talks about the importance of having your child immunized.
Probiotics: The Friendly Bacteria
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen discusses probiotics, the friendly bacteria found in foods & dietary supplements that can help your child retain the balance of good bacteria.
Making a Sports Match
Pediatrician, Dr. Lewis First, from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen discusses how best to offer guidance when your child is choosing a sport.
Make Soccer Safety Your Goal
Pediatrician, Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen offers advice on putting safety first when playing soccer.
“Wood” You Know How to Remove a Splinter?
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital, discusses the best way to avoid or to treat splinters.
Is it OK to Scrap the Nap ?
Pediatrician, Dr. Lewis First, from Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, talks about nap time for young children.
Make Sure to Spot Your Tot: Preventing Driveway Accidents
Lewis First, MD, a pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen, talks about driveway safety and how to prevent an accidental injury.
Sharp Tips on Puncture Wounds
Dr. Lewis First, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital talks about puncture wounds. Dr. First offers tips on how best to treat puncture wounds and how to avoid infection.
First With Kids: Poison Ivy Prevention
Dr. Lewis First from Vermont Children's Hospital talks about poison ivy.
First With Kids: Let's Move!
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses how you can get involved in the Let's Move! Campaign.
First With Kids: Children and Lawnmower Safety
Dr. Lewis First, Pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital at Fletcher Allen talks about kids and lawnmower safety.
First With Kids: Choking Prevention
Lewis First, MD, Fletcher Allen's chief of Pediatrics, discusses choking.
Be A Champ at Camping Safety
Lewis First, MD, pediatrician at Vermont Children's Hospital, offers tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable family camping experience. Learn tips to help your child navigate the woods, and avoid exposure to heat, cold, and wind.
First With Kids: Running For Your Health
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses the importance of running.
First With Kids: Using Pacifiers
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses pacifiers.
First With Kids: Children's Headaches--What To Do
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses headaches.
First With Kids: Imaginary Friends
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses imaginary friends.
First With Kids: Healthy Snacks
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses healthy snacks.
First With Kids: Vision Myths
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses vision myths.
First With Kids: Concussions
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses concussions.
First With Kids: Pets and Babies
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses pets and babies.
First With Kids: Nightmares & Night Terrors
Pediatrician Dr. Lewis First, MD discusses nightmares and night terrors.
First With Kids: Fifth Disease
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses Fifth Disease.
First With Kids: Poison Prevention
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses poison prevention.
First With Kids: Valentine's Day
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about Valentine's Day
First With Kids: Canker Sores
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses canker sores.
First With Kids: Teen Suicide
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses teen suicide.
First With Kids: Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses teeth grinding, causes and treatments.
First With Kids: Bronchiolitis
Pediatrician Dr. Lewis First, MD talks about bronchiolitis symptoms and its causes.
First With Kids: Sledding Safety
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about sledding safety.
First With Kids: Sledding Safety
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about sledding safety.
First With Kids: Your Child and Cursing
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses cursing.
First With Kids: New Year's
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about New Year's.
First With Kids: H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu)
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses the H1N1 Virus.
First With Kids: Holiday Hazards
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about holiday hazards.
First With Kids: Ears & Flying
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses ears & flying.
First With Kids: Growing Pains
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses growing pains.
First With Kids: Food Labels
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses food labels.
First With Kids: Thanksgiving
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD talks about Thanksgiving.
First With Kids: Sharing
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses sharing.
First With Kids: Halloween Safety
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses Halloween safety.
First With Kids: Undescended Testicles
Pediatrician Dr. Lewis First describes what parents should do if their baby boy appears to be missing a testicle. This could be a sign of a condition known as an undescended testicle.
First With Kids: Your Child's Homework
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses homework.
First With Kids: Vomiting
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses vomiting.
First With Kids: Sweating & Body Odor
Pediatrician Dr. Lewis First provides information about sweating, and avoiding body odor in your adolescent.
First With Kids: Texting
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD offers information to ensure that your child is texting safely.
First With Kids: Fever
What do you do when your young child has a fever? Find out from pediatrician Lewis First, MD, Fletcher Allen/University of Vermont.
First With Kids: Sports Physicals
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses sports physicals.
First With Kids: School Bus Safety
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses school bus safety.
First With Kids: Healthy At School
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses staying healthy at school.
First With Kids: Acne Myths
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses acne myths.
First With Kids: Vegetarian--OK For Your Child ?
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses vegetarianism.
First With Kids: Noise Pollution
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses noise pollution.
First With Kids: Jock Itch
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses jock itch.
First With Kids: Flat Feet
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD discusses flat feet.
First With Kids: Blood Test
Vermont Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lewis First, MD offers tips on how to help your child during their first blood test.
