When your baby is born, your body naturally produces a first milk called colostrum often called “liquid gold” because of its rich color and amazing health benefits. At Agave Pediatrics, we encourage parents to understand just how important it is and to make sure their baby gets this powerful early nourishment. What is Colostrum? Colostrum is the first form of breast milk  produced during pregnancy and in the first 2–5 days after birth. It is: Thick and yellowish in color Produced in small...

Agave Pediatrics is about keeping your child safe. We think your child's health and safety are important things. Because there have been some cases of measles in parts of Arizona, we want to tell our families about something new with the MMR vaccine for infants . The MMR vaccine is for measles, mumps, and Rubella. Understanding the Early MMR Dose In specific situations, an early “zero dose” of the early MMR vaccine dose for infants  may be recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months. This is...

When you think about your child's health, going to the pediatrician is a part of keeping them happy and healthy. A lot of parents are not sure what the difference is between two kinds of appointments: when your child is sick and when your child is healthy. Sick visits and well-child visits are both important for your child. They are both used to keep your child healthy. If you know when to take your child to the doctor for each type of visit, you can make sure they get the care they need when...