Dr. Nancy M. Silva, MD | Board-Certified Pediatrician
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Dr. Nancy M. Silva, MD | Board-Certified Pediatrician
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I help moms nurture confident, happy children through great parenting & love. Caring for children & families since 2000. #MomLife #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #BabyCare #BabyTips #BabyHealth #NewbornCare #NewbornHealth #LoveNurtureGrow
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Weekend mode: delegated 💛
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January 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Dry baby skin looks ugly?
I share how baby skin needs extra care to prevent dryness & protect skin. Share!
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January 9, 2026 at 8:58 PM
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Messy play is a powerful teacher.
When kids touch, squeeze & explore, they learn textures, cause & effect, & problem-solving. Messy play = brain connections.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Shine softly today 💛
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January 9, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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“Babies once wore stiff shoes to shape feet.”
It was believed hard soles helped walking. Now we know babies learn best barefoot or in soft, flexible shoes.
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#ThrowbackThursday #BabyShoes #ToddlerTips #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #BabyCare #BabyTips #BabyHealth
January 8, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Fake it ’til you make it 💛
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January 8, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Screens are tools, not replacements.
Limited, mindful screen time can be fine. But real play, reading, and connection matter most for your child’s growth.
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#WisdomWednesday #MomAffirmation #MomLife #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #BabyCare #BabyTips
January 7, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Keep shining, slow & steady 💛
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January 7, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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How to brush the first tooth?
Once the first tooth appears, use a baby toothbrush with a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste. Early habits = healthy smiles.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Courage looks good on you 💛
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January 6, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Keep high chairs spotless!
Slip a fitted crib sheet over the chair for messy meals. Just toss in laundry after, no endless scrubbing.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Skin care = Self Care
Washing your face, applying lotion, or a quick mask can feel like a small luxury. These moments remind you that you deserve care too.
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#SelfCareSunday #MomSkinCare #MomLife #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #selfcare #MomSelfCare
January 4, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Illness throws off sleep!
Extra comfort, fluids & flexibility matter when little ones are sick. Nap during your lack of sleep too!
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January 3, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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Friday freedom mode 💛
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January 3, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Medicine dosing mistakes?
Confused, exhausted & caring for a sick baby? Learn how to dose & keep your baby comfy & safe. Share!
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January 2, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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Grow Fast Overnight? Kids growth spurts as babies & all the way as teens!
I remember when my son grew 4 inches one summer in middle school.  I had to get all new clothes for the start of school!
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#FunFactFriday #growthspurt #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #BabyCare #BabyTips #BabyHealth
January 2, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Still true in 2026 💅
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January 2, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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“Baby names used to follow tradition.”
From Mary & John to Aiden & Nova, names reflect cultural shifts. Parenting wisdom changes, and so do the names we cherish.
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#ThrowbackThursday #BabyNames #ParentWisdom #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101 #BabyCare #NewbornCare
January 1, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Winking at 2026 like 💛
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January 1, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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You can’t pour into your kids from an empty cup.
Self-care isn’t luxury; it’s survival. Nourish yourself to give your kids the best of you, not what’s left of you.
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#WisdomWednesday #MomAffirmation #selfcare #MomSelfCare #MomLife #NewMomStruggles #ParentingTips #Parenting101
December 31, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Tonight’s forecast: glitter + good intentions 💛
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December 31, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Ready to let your baby self-feed?
Soft finger foods like banana pieces are safe around 8–10 months. Always watch & let your baby explore. Messy eating = learning!
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December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Sparkle through the chaos 💛
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December 30, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Babies nap better with routine!
The same nap routine daily with a book, cuddle, & song lets your little one learn sleep cues & nap easy.
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December 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Gratitude shifts stress into calm.
Listing 3 things you’re grateful for can change your perspective. Gratitude is a small self-care practice with big results.
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December 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM