Shoreline Pediatrics provides high-quality, personalized care for infants, children & teens in Muskegon MI.

Summer freedom often means later bedtimes, but sleep routines still matter. Kids thrive on consistency, even during vacation.

Try keeping wake-up and bedtime within an hour of their usual school-year schedule. A calming bedtime routine and screens off 1 hour before sleep can make a big difference.

Need help managing sleep concerns?

Schedule a visit – we’re here to help your child rest easy.

Hot days mean higher risk for dehydration.

Keep kids hydrated with these tips:
- Offer water often
- Serve water-rich fruits like watermelon and oranges.
- Seek shade when possible
- Use fun cups or straws to encourage drinking.
- Watch for signs of dehydration: dry lips, less urine, or fatigue.
- Include hydration drinks like Pedialyte or zero-sugar options such as Gatorade.

Our nurses are here to help answer any questions you have about keeping your child hydrated this summer. Send us a message today through your child’s secure portal.

Not sure if it`s a bite or a sting?

Here’s a quick guide:

- Bug bites: usually small, red, and itchy. Common with mosquitoes or ants.

- Stings: often more painful with immediate swelling. Watch for allergic reactions like difficulty breathing or hives. Anaphylaxis reaction to insect sting should be seen in the emergency room for immediate care.

Call us if swelling spreads rapidly, your child has a fever, or the site looks infected.

Most insect bites will not get infected until 3-5 days after the bite.

If you are unsure if your child needs to be seen, send us a picture through your child’s secure portal for a provider to take a look.

Did your child spend a little too much time in the sun?

Sunburns can be painful and harmful to young skin. Use cool compresses, apply aloe vera or child-safe lotion, and keep them well hydrated. If blisters appear, fever develops, or the burn covers a large area, give us a call. Some cases of sunburn need medical intervention.

As you and your family enjoy the long summer days, remember to apply at least 30 SPF and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming.

Need guidance on what type of sunscreen to use? Call us to get some recs.

Happy 4th of July!

Did you know that on the Fourth of July, Americans consume approximately 150 million hot dogs? That`s enough to stretch from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles five times!

Whether you are chowing down on a hot dog or enjoying fireworks with your family, the staff at Shoreline Pediatrics hopes you and your family have a safe and enjoyable holiday.

Holiday Update:

Our office will be closed on July 4th.

For urgent needs that cannot wait until the next business day, please call our after-hours line to speak with one of our nurses or providers.

Wishing your family a safe and happy Independence Day!

Sparklers might seem like a safe option for kids, but did you know they burn at temperatures of nearly 2,000°F?

That’s hot enough to melt metal!

If you`re celebrating with sparklers this 4th of July, make sure children are closely supervised, wear closed-toe shoes, and always have a bucket of water nearby for used sparklers. Let`s keep those little hands safe while still enjoying the fun!

We would love to see your sparkling pictures. Post below to share.