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Southeast Pediatrics
25 Doctors' Park
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
573.331.6750
Southeast Women & Children's Services
1413 N. Mount Auburn Road
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
573.519.4532
Southeast Primary Care - Cape
817 South Mount Auburn Road
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
573.519.4500
Southeast Primary Care - Jackson
2600 East Main Street
Jackson, MO 63755
573.755.2310
SoutheastHEALTH Family Medicine - Dexter
1200 N. One Mile Road
Dexter, MO 63841
573.624.7575
SoutheastHEALTH Sikeston Clinic
522 Virginia Street
Sikeston, MO 63801
573.931.8181
There's nothing more important than prompt, high-quality healthcare for your child. At SoutheastHEALTH, we understand. Our skilled pediatricians are here to serve you and your family.
In 1948, we established the area's first pediatric clinic. Now, Southeast Pediatrics provides leading-edge care for infants, children and teens. Whether your child needs a checkup, a vaccine, or treatment for an injury or illness, you can count on our compassion and expertise.
Reviewed 8/24/2022
Kids and media: True or false?
Computers, tablets, smartphones. Kids are growing up in a digital world. How can parents help their children develop healthy relationships with media early on in their lives? Take this quiz and find out.
True or false: Computers and smartphones are such a big part of life today, and kids should start becoming familiar with them as soon as possible.
False. Parents shouldn't let children younger than 18 months use screen media, including televisions and tablets, except to video chat with a loved one while an adult is present. Children younger than 2 years should only be allowed to use screen media when an adult is present—not when the child is alone.
True or false: A media plan for the household should apply to everyone in the family equally so that no one feels left out.
False. A media plan for the household is a good idea, but most of it should be customized to each child's age, personality and developmental stage. A media plan should include screen-free zones in the house, screen-free times and device curfews.
True or false: Making bedrooms screen-free zones can help children get a better night's sleep.
True. Keeping digital and other media out of kids' bedrooms can help them avoid the temptation to use them when they should be sleeping. Make this easier by keeping device chargers outside bedrooms.
True or false: Teens are well aware that anything shared online will exist indefinitely.
False. Just because today's teens grew up in the digital world doesn't mean they understand all the ramifications of posting words and photos online. Parents should regularly remind kids to behave the same online as in the real world.
True or false: There's no reason to think that playing violent video games could have an effect on your child.
False. Kids who experience more violence in their virtual worlds are more likely to display aggressive behavior in the real world. Parents should try to eliminate violent content from the media diet of children younger than 6. If you allow older children to engage with violent media, watch or play with them to offer an adult perspective.
How to encourage a healthy use of media is just one of the many questions parents may have. Find answers to a wide range of parenting questions.
Source: American Academy of Pediatrics
Our well-child visits help kids under age 18 grow strong. We partner with your family to keep track of growth and make sure your child is thriving. These annual wellness visits also help everyone stay up-to-date on immunizations. See our Immunization & Milestone Handout to learn more.
Southeast Pediatrics also cares for young athletes. We provide the thorough sports physicals needed for group sports.
When your child is injured or feeling crummy, we offer same-day appointments. Our providers work hard to see you ASAP for upper-respiratory infections, strep or the flu.
We also offer extended hours Tuesday and Thursdays, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.
Personalized Pediatric Care
It's our privilege to grow with your family. That's why we strive to make your experience as convenient as possible.
At Southeast Pediatrics, we offer many lab tests in our clinic. These include tests for strep and flu. Like you, we want information sooner rather than later so that your child can feel better fast.
We also offer specialized pediatric care that isn't available everywhere else. Our board certified lactation consultant can help moms give our youngest patients a strong start in life. And we provide hometown support for kids with serious or chronic conditions. If your family is managing an issue like diabetes or hypertension in a child, we'll partner with your out-of-town specialists to monitor your child's health.
Your Family Pediatrician
No matter your child's age or needs, Southeast Pediatrics is dedicated to advanced medical care with a personal touch. As part of that care, we're pleased to provide books to our young patients through Reach Out and Read. This program encourages young children to read with their families.
Quality care for your children is just a phone call away. Contact Southeast Pediatrics at 573.331.6750 or Southeast Women & Children's Services at 573.519.4532.