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We will be closed on Saturdays and our hours may vary due to COVID-19.
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Call 618-692-1212 for an Appointment.
Childcare Safety during the Pandemic
A child’s health and safety has always been a top priority in childcare and even more so during the pandemic. With businesses re-opening and schools starting back up this fall, you want to feel comfortable knowing your childcare facility is applying the health...
Returning to School During COVID-19
With the nation in full swing of reopening due to closures from COVID-19, schools are looking to do the same this fall as they welcome the return of their students. Homeschooling and virtual learning are not ideal for every child, thus why it is essential for most...
How to Help Kids Wear Masks during the Pandemic
As the coronavirus continues to spread worldwide, masks have popped up all over the place. With this new rise in public protection, questions are sparking about whether or not we should or should not wear a mask. Why should I wear one? Does it really help against the...
Tech vs. Traditional Toys and the Benefits of Both
Toys of any kind provide a world of fun and, depending on the type, can even benefit kids educationally. Though, with technology booming in all aspects and areas of our lives, some parents choose traditional toys such as blocks, puzzles, dolls and action figures over...
Is It an Allergy, Cold, COVID-19 or Something Else? The differences between allergies, colds and other illnesses
Tis’ the season for allergies or is it a cold? Or the flu? Or worse… COVID-19? Although COVID-19 complications are rare in children, proper diagnosis is vital to ensure their health is monitored and to help stop the spread of the virus. It’s important to know what...
Decreasing Your Child’s Asthma Risk: The First Few Months of Life
Bringing home a new baby is a great joy. As a parent, you want the best for your child in terms of protection. From car seats and safeguarding from loud noises, to purchasing organic foods, your priority is giving your baby the best possible start in life. However,...
Ideas to Keep Kids Active & Safe during the Pandemic
It can be difficult for busy parents to come up with ways to keep kids active and safe during the pandemic. You go from dropping kids off at daycare or school to now becoming the daycare providers and teachers. If that is not something you’re used to, then it can...
5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth
Brushing teeth can quickly become a frustrating chore to kids, but it is a very important habit for them to develop early. Arguing with kids is often pointless and gone are the days when kids listen to the simple "because I said so". Worry not for there are still a...
Practice “Parentese” With Your Baby
As you watch your baby grow and develop from a sleepy newborn to an alert and aware infant, you begin to think about all of their milestones ahead, including their first words. The development of an infant's language skills begins long before those first words are...
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about our protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic
1. Are you still doing well child checks? Yes. We are doing all well child checks that have immunizations. 2. How are you keeping your well child visits separated from the sick visits during the pandemic? We are only doing well child check ups in the morning hours,...
Bard & Didriksen Pediatrics
2160 S. State Route 157, Suite B
Glen Carbon, Illinois 62034
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Phone: (618) 692-1212
Fax: (618) 692-4875
After Hours Exchange:
(877) 552-1735
HOURS
(By Appointment Only)
Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturdays: Closed
Holiday Hours
Closed Memorial Day
Closed July 3rd & 4th
Closed Labor Day
Closed Thanksgiving
Open Friday After Thanksgiving
Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Eve & New Year's Day