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Be a Flu Fighter

September 16, 2018 Dr. Nicole Baldwin Leave a comment

As a pediatrician, one of my most important jobs is preventing illness in my patients – and one of the…

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Dr. Nicole Baldwin is a pediatrician in Cincinnati, Ohio. She has worked in primary care pediatrics since completing her residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in 2006. Dr. Baldwin is a wife and mother of 2 amazing children. She draws on her experience as a mom and a pediatrician to bring readers relevant, up-to-date information about parenting, child health and general wellness.

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Your actions toward others matter. Whether in pers Your actions toward others matter. Whether in person or online, how we behave affects those around us. We can choose to lift others up or tear them down. In a world that seems to be filled with hatred and negativity, I’m challenging you today to choose kindness. Imagine if we all realized the effect that our actions had on others. If we understood how our words were received and how our emotions were felt by those around us. Imagine if we let that knowledge guide our actions and our choices. And imagine - even if just for one day - if everyone chose kindness. #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #kindnessquotes #kindness #kindnessmatters
Kindness isn’t mythical and shouldn’t be nonex Kindness isn’t mythical and shouldn’t be nonexistent in our lives. We have the ability to create kindness every day. Through a smile, a word, or a gesture - we can choose to surround ourselves with kindness. If we could only do the same with unicorns 🦄 #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #halloween #unicorn #unicorns🦄 #beplayful #smile #kindnessmatters #spreadkindness #spreadjoy #choosekindness #drbaldwinsays
Be kind - especially online. It’s so easy to le Be kind - especially online. It’s so easy to let our frustration and anger out on someone when they aren’t in the same room as us. Typing a nasty comment and then shutting off our phone/computer is easy. We don’t have to see the hurt, sadness or anger of the person on the receiving end of our comment. We only have to deal with any backlash if we choose to go back to that thread to read their response. Posting mean comments online not only affects the person on the receiving end, but it affects everyone else reading that comment as well. Think about how you feel when you read a negative/hateful post or comment - it stirs up negative emotions inside if only for a brief moment. Now think about how you feel when you see a positive/happy post or comment. It also affects our emotions - typically in a good way. So before you post or comment today (and every day), know that what you say can have a ripple effect that reaches farther than you may ever know. #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #kindness #kindnessmatters #kindnessiscontagious
The only person’s behavior you can control is yo The only person’s behavior you can control is your own. How you choose to treat others is on YOU - not them. It may not always be easy to be kind - but how you respond and behave is your choice. Kindness is not weakness - often it takes MUCH more strength to be kind than it does to be angry. What will you choose today? #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #kindness #kindnessmatters
#30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #beki #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays
“Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least “Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change.” - Bob Kerrey One of my teenage patients made this mask for me and brought it to her visit today. This amazing young person has been making masks since March and dropping them off at school for others to have. She has only kept 4 masks for herself because she said she feels guilty not giving them away. THIS is what we need more of in this world. Generosity, kindness, & selflessness. Thank you, my dear friend - I will wear this mask with pride knowing it was made and given from your heart 💗. #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #pediatrics #pediatrician #bekind #drbaldwinsays
I want to let you in on a little secret...much of I want to let you in on a little secret...much of what I post on here isn’t just for you - it’s for me too. So often the words I write are because I need to hear them as much as anyone. When I started sharing #30daysofkindness posts, I didn’t understand how much I would need them as well. Kindness is HARD right now. When respected scientists are being trashed by our administration, kindness is hard. When so much hate floods my newsfeed, kindness is hard. But I have a choice. You have a choice. Despite the hate and negativity, I will choose kindness. What about you? #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #choosekindness #kindnessiscontagious #kindnessmatters
I seriously have THE BEST patients who know me SO I seriously have THE BEST patients who know me SO WELL!! Thank you to my AMAZING science loving family for my new pin!! I ❤️ it 💉🧬🦠🩺🧪🧫 #thanksscience #becausescience #vaccinessavelives #vaccineswork #scienceisreal #science #pediatrician #pediatrics
Wearing a mask doesn’t have to keep you from smi Wearing a mask doesn’t have to keep you from smiling. I’ve found that I have to make more of an effort to actually look people in the eyes and smile as I walk past them when I’m wearing a mask - but that’s not an excuse NOT to smile at someone. Your smile (even just with your eyes) can make someone else’s day brighter. So please don’t stop smiling! #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #smile #smilemore #drbaldwinsays
You can’t have a rainbow without first enduring You can’t have a rainbow without first enduring a little rain. Maybe you can be someone’s rainbow today 🌈 #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #rainbow
Being kind to myself today by...binge watching som Being kind to myself today by...binge watching some mindless TV, drinking all the coffee I want, and cuddling on the couch under my favorite blanket avoiding social media. You do you, friends! Have a great weekend! #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #weekendvibes #relax
To any med students considering #peds - brush up o To any med students considering #peds - brush up on your baby doll exam, because those skills will come in handy 💗 #pediatrician #pediatrics #pedsrocks #pedsisthebest #medstudent #medicalstudent #medstudents
It feels like many in our world have forgotten thi It feels like many in our world have forgotten this definition - so just a reminder. #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #kindnessquotes #kindness #kindnessmatters #kindnessiscontagious
“I’m sorry, there is no heartbeat.” Those a “I’m sorry, there is no heartbeat.” Those are the most devastating words I’ve ever heard spoken to me. I was a 3rd year medical student, on my OB/GYN rotation no less, and I had just found out that we had lost our second child. My husband and I faced having to tell our 5 year old son that he wasn’t going to be a big brother just yet. It was awful. And then I waited 5 weeks to miscarry without medical intervention but for some reason, my body wouldn’t let go...so I had to have a D&C (the procedure I was REALLY wanting to avoid). When I was at the hospital for the procedure, I was given a bookmark with the above quote...I still have that bookmark to this day (18 years later) and its words still ring true. That was only my first miscarriage and sadly, it wasn’t my last. While I have been blessed with 2 healthy children, it doesn’t mean I don’t feel the loss. Today on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, I want to send my love and support to every person who has been touched by such a devastating loss. You are not alone in your grief. #pregnancyloss #pregnancyandinfantlossawareness #pregnancylossawareness #miscarriage #1in4
Imagine a world filled with kindness, tolerance, t Imagine a world filled with kindness, tolerance, tranquility, beauty and love. Seems impossible, doesn’t it. What if I told you such a world can exist...and it starts with each of us. I can’t control those around me, but I can choose kindness every day. I can practice tolerance for those I may not see eye to eye with. I can practice mindfulness daily to increase the sense of tranquility in my life. I can look for the beauty that lies inside me and inside those around me. I can radiate love over hate. I can create this world - and so can you. Don’t worry about what others are doing - control what you can control. Create the life you want to lead and then emulate that for others. *Let me add - if you are living in a toxic environment with someone who is abusive to you - I am IN NO WAY suggesting that you stay in that situation - please reach out to someone for help* What world will you create today? #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #kindnessquotes #kindness #drbaldwinsays
“Kindness costs nothing, yet it is a most precio “Kindness costs nothing, yet it is a most precious gift.” - Katrina Mayer This is Scarlet. She is absolutely the sweetest dog I’ve ever met. She greets me every day with joy and pure love. She has no currency to give other than her kindhearted spirit, yet she has made my life rich. We can all learn from Scarlet. To be kind and loving to others is free. It requires nothing from us other than perhaps a little effort - but it can truly mean the world to someone else. How will you give kindness away today? #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #drbaldwinsays #kindness #kindnessmatters
“You cannot do kindness too soon, for you never “You cannot do kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson We are not promised another day or even another moment in this life. Each time we see our loved ones or friends could be the last - we just never know. What feelings are you leaving with others you interact with? Is it anger, impatience, or irritation or is it love, kindness, or joy? We each have a choice in how we leave an interaction with another person. Will we get it “right” every time - nope...we’re human. Can we always try to do better the next time - yep. Think about what feelings you’re leaving with others today - and let’s all do our best to scatter kindness wherever we can! #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #scatterkindness #bejoyful
The shirt says it all today. #30daysofkindness # The shirt says it all today. #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind
“Be kind to yourself and then let your kindness “Be kind to yourself and then let your kindness fill the world.” - Unknown Far too often we focus so much on others and we forget about ourselves. How we talk to ourselves, think about ourselves, and treat ourselves are all as important (and many would argue MORE important) as how we treat others. Not to mention that when we are full of kindness and love for ourselves - it’s much easier to give that away to others. Sometimes being kind to yourself means removing toxic individuals from your environment. Muting someone, blocking someone, or choosing not to respond to hateful words is not about being unkind...in fact it may be the most kind thing you can do for yourself. In this time of so much anger and division in our country, I’m giving you permission to be kind to yourself. It’s OK to mute or unfollow accounts that do not bring you joy. It’s OK to end a conversation if you’re being attacked. We cannot control the actions of others - we can only control ourselves. It is OK to remove yourself from a situation that is causing you stress or harm. I hope you will take some time today to be kind to yourself and then spread that kindness to the world around you! #30daysofkindness #30daysofkindnesschallenge #bekind #bekindtoyourself #selfcare #drbaldwinsays
I love it when patients like to pretend they are d I love it when patients like to pretend they are doctors...and when they bring their “shots” with them, how can I refuse 💉 #VaccinesCauseAdults #VaccinesWork #vaccinessavelives #getyourflushot
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