Emily Bendlin, MD
About the Author:
Pediatrician Dr. Emily Bendlin has always had a passion for working with kids and parents.
"I've always liked medicine, but more importantly I've always liked kids," Dr. Bendlin said. "During my pediatric rotation, it was the 'aha' moment. It was so fun and I was so excited when I went home. I knew at that time this is it for me – pediatrics is where I’m supposed to be."
Dr. Bendlin wakes up every morning excited and ready to take on new challenges that await her at Methodist Physicians Clinic Gretna.
Articles by this author...
How to Care for Your Newborn's Umbilical Cord Stump
Child and Family
It’s one thing that “freaks out” many new parents a little bit. What's the deal with the umbilical cord, anyway?
4 Things You Can Do About Your Baby's Diaper Rash
Child and Family
While they are rarely serious, diaper rashes can be stressful for you and painful to your baby. Here's what every parent needs to know.
Gassy Baby? Try This...
Child and Family
Bubbly tummies, burps and toots … do you have a gassy baby? What all parents need to know to spell relief for their infants.
5 Easy School Lunch Hacks That Pack More Variety, Nutrition
Child and Family
It’s not always easy finding and filling that box with enough variety and nutrition to keep both you and your child satisfied!
Surviving Baby's First Tooth
Child and Family
Although your baby’s smile is about to get a lot cuter, the process of teething can be a pain for both baby and parents.
When the "Going" Gets Tough: Constipation
Child and Family
It’s a common problem that kids (and honestly parents, too) don’t like to talk about. But constipation can be a big issue with no easy answer.
5 Tips for Summer Pool Safety
Child and Family
With summer approaching, swimming can be a great way to have fun and beat the heat. But while it’s lots of fun, swimming can also be dangerous. Taking the right precautions can help keep you safe and cool in the summer sun.
What You Need to Know about Bug Bites
Child and Family
How can you help keep your kids safe from mosquitoes, ticks and spiders, and what symptoms should you look for in the event that your child has an insect bite?
Home Alone: Is Your Child Ready?
Child and Family
Dr. Emily Bendlin answers a question she hears from time to time. When is it ok to leave my child alone at home?
3 Immunizations Essential for Your Newborn's Health
Child and Family
Pediatrician Dr. Emily Bendlin talks about 3 optional medications offered to each newborn: Vitamin K injection, Hepatitis B vaccine and Erythromycin eye drops and the protection they provide your baby.(VIDEO)
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The Skinny on Sunscreen Absorption: What a Methodist Dermatologist Has to Say About It
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Vasectomy Regret: Pregnancy Options After the Procedure
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A Love for Daisies: Methodist Nurse Spreads Cheer by 'Looking for the Positive'
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Methodist Pre-Op Nurse Kept Shining After Patient's Surgery
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What Is Cyclospora, and How Can You Avoid it?
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