Pediatric Blue Book
Being a parent can be exciting and rewarding but has its challenges. You may have many questions about your child’s health, especially during their first few years of life. That’s why the pediatric care team at Grand River Medical Group created the Pediatric Blue Book [PDF].
The Purpose of This Booklet
The purpose of the Pediatric Blue Book [PDF] is to provide advice for treating common health problems your child may face. Our goals are to help you develop your parenting skills, offer advice as needed, and provide the medical care your child needs during the exciting and important years ahead.
Well-Infant Care
Find helpful information for you and your child on:
- Allergies
- Dental information
- Diaper rash
- Introducing new foods
- Nutrition and vitamins
- Routine exams and immunizations schedules
- Skin care
Sick Child Care
Get the information you need if your child experiences:
- Accidents, injuries, or bites
- Chicken pox
- Colds, cough, or upper respiratory infection
- Constipation
- Dehydration
- Ear infection
- Fever
- Poisoning
- Rashes
- Sore throat
- Vomiting or diarrhea
Medicine for Children
Access the correct dosage information for:
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Allergy medicine
- Ibuprofen (Motrin)
- Rash medications
Additional Questions?
This Pediatric Blue Book [PDF] serves as a guideline to answer some of the most common general questions parents have. If you have more specific questions, contact your child’s primary pediatrician or family medicine doctor.
