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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.

  • Toothache

    Pain or discomfort in a tooth

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  • Trampolines: What You Need to Know

    If you choose to have a home trampoline, the AAP recommends the following safety precautions: adult supervision at all times, only one jumper on the trampoline at a time, and no somersaults should be performed. Also, trampolines should have adequate protective padding that is in good condition and appropriately

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  • Transient Synovitis of the Hip

    Information and guidance on transient synovitis (irritation of the hip joint) in children.

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  • Treating Your Child's Pain: Medical Procedures

    During certain medical procedures, your child may experience pain. These procedures can include having blood drawn, having breathing or feeding tubes put in, or lumbar punctures (spinal taps). Luckily, pain from these activities does not last long. Read on to find out how your child's pain from medical

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  • Treating Your Child's Pain: Surgery

    Often after children have surgery, they have problems with pain. Luckily, there are ways to help ease this type of pain. Read on to find out how your child's pain from surgery can be managed.

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  • Treatment of Sports Injuries (Care of the Young Athlete)

    There is often more than one way to effectively treat an injury. Treatment programs are always adjusted to meet the individual needs of the athlete and the unique requirements of the athlete's sport or activity.

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  • Type 2 Diabetes: Tips for Healthy Living

    Children with type 2 diabetes can live a healthy life. If your child has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, your child's doctor will talk with you about the importance of lifestyle and medication in keeping your child's blood glucose (blood sugar) levels under control.

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  • Umbilical Cord - Bleeding

    Bleeding occurs from cord’s point of separation. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus

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  • Umbilical Cord - Cord Care

    Questions about how to care for the normal umbilical cord or navel in newborns. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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  • Umbilical Cord - Delayed Separation Past 3 Weeks

    Cord is still attached after 3 weeks. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus

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  • Umbilical Cord - Minor Infection of Cord or Navel

    Umbilicus (navel) has a cloudy discharge or even some dried pus on the surface. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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  • Umbilical Cord - Normal Navel Care After Cord Falls Off

    Questions about how to care for the navel in newborns. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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  • Umbilical Granuloma

    A small red growth found in the navel after the cord falls off. The navel is also called the belly button or umbilicus.

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  • Umbilical Hernia

    A bulge or swelling in the area of the umbilicus (navel or belly button).

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  • Urethritis from Soap - in Young Boys

    Information and guidance on urethritis from soap in young boys.

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  • Urethritis from Soap - in Young Girls

    Information and guidance on urethritis from soap in young girls.

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Grand Traverse Children’s Clinic

Near Munson Medical Center in the "Professional Terrace" Building (around back).

Address

3537 W Front St Ste G,
Traverse City, MI 49684-7943

Office Hours

Monday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday  

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday  

Closed