How to prepare for bringing your newborn baby home from the hospital
Bringing your newborn home from the hospital is going to be one of the most exciting days in your life. The anticipation, the planning, the …
Healthy newborn hospital care
Do you have questions about what to expect after giving birth? Wondering how long you and the baby will stay in the hospital? What kind …
A guide for physical activity and screen time for preschoolers
En Español What’s the right balance between active time and sedentary time for young children? How many hours should your baby or preschooler be sleeping? …
Drowning prevention: the basics and beyond
Summer is in full swing. Families are enjoying the longer days, the sunshine, the pool parties, and the much-anticipated summer vacations. Seems like everybody relaxes …
Kids and hot cars: a dangerous combination
Have you ever driven somewhere and not remembered how you got there? We all have… it’s called automatic pilot. We are used to our routines; …
Infant Walkers Are Dangerous
En Español Are infant walkers dangerous? Yes! Infant walkers are dangerous…so do yourself a favor and keep reading. Yes! Infant walkers are dangerous. The use …
What are the signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder?
En Español Do you worry constantly about your child’s behavior? Is your baby behind on speech? Do you think something is wrong with your child’s …
About Me
Hi there! My name is Zulma Laracuente, but most people know me as Dr. Lara. I’m a mother of twin, teen girls. My husband and my daughters are my motor to keep going in this crazy adventure that people call life. I understand that being a parent is sometimes scary and stressful. I’m here to help you navigate through the world of parenting with as much ease as possible.