21  McWilliams Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Hours
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8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue:
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed:
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu:
8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri:
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
(201) 706-7175
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Tribeca Pediatrics
was founded by Dr. Michel Cohen
in 1994 in his loft in
Tribeca where he lived
with his family.
The practice was very
popular with
local parents
who loved
his low
intervention
approach,
personal touch
and high quality
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About Us

tnbTribeca Pediatrics was founded by Dr. Michel Cohen in 1994 in his loft in Tribeca where he lived with his family.The practice was very popular with local parents who loved his low intervention approach, personal touch and high quality of care. His philosophy eventually evolved into the book “The New Basics: A to Z Baby and Child Care for the Modern Parent”.

Over the years Dr Michel Cohen has opened numerous offices in developing neighborhoods in the NY region and  in LA. Throughout, Tribeca Pediatrics has kept his strong commitment to a high quality of care in intimate and  playful environments where families develop lasting relationships with their providers.

The Team

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  • Laurie Belosa, MD
  • Alla Blank, MD
  • Mekhla Varma, MD
  • Leslie Kelley, PNP

Accepted Insurances

These are the plans we accept in Jersey City.. This information can be found on your insurance card.

Before You Come In

  1. Add your newborn baby to your insurance policy before the first month to avoid denial of coverage.
  2. Please bring your updated insurance information to each visit.
  3. If your policy requires you to choose a Primary Care Provider, please select Dr. Michel Cohen.
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Accepted Insurances

Currently we are accepting the following ACA Insurance plans.

Oscar Insurance

  • Oscar Bronze ST INN
  • Oscar Silver ST INN
  • Oscar Gold ST INN
  • Oscar Platinum ST INN
  • Oscar Edge Platinum NS INN
  • Oscar Edge Gold NS INN
  • Oscar Edge Silver NS INN
  • Oscar Edge Plus Silver NS INN
  • Oscar Edge Plus Bronze NS INN
  • Oscar Simple 1000 Platinum NS INN
  • Oscar Simple 4500 Silver NS INN
  • Oscar Simple 6600 Bronze NS INN
  • Oscar Simple 2000 Gold NS INN

United Healthcare Compass

  • United Healthcare Compass Silver
  • United Healthcare Compass Gold
  • United Healthcare Compass Platinum
  • United Healthcare Compass Bronze

Aetna

  • NY Aetna Bronze Deductable Only NY Signature PD
  • NY Aetna Silver $20 Copay EPO NY Signature PD
  • NY Aetna Gold $10 Copay EPO NY Signature

Emblem Health

  • Select Care Platinum D
  • Select Care Gold D
  • Select Care Silver D
  • Select Care Bronze D

 

These plans are now available for for purchase on the N.Y State of Health website.

To accommodate all of our patients we are in the process of participating with a wide variety of plans offered through the Affordable Care Act.

Affiliated Hospital

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Tribeca Pediatrics is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/ Weill Cornell Medical Center.It is staffed with the nation’s top pediatric doctors and specialists. The ER has pediatric emergency medicine physicians available 24/7.

In addition, we are affiliated with New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.

Affiliated Hospital

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In California, Tribeca Pediatrics is affiliated with The Maxine Dunitz Children’s Health Center at Cedar Sinai Medical Center. It is staffed with the nation’s top pediatric doctors and specialists. The ER has pediatric emergency medicine physicians available 24/7.

Well visit info

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  • Newborn

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  • 4Month

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Hepatitis B (Hep B)(Merck)

Vaccine prevents serious consequences of the Hep B infection(liver disease); provides lifelong immunity.

Offered to all newborns in the hospital, required for infants whose mothers have tested positive for Hep B infection.

Possible side effect: soreness at site.

Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTAP) (Sanofi Pasteur)

This vaccine protects against:

Diptheria: bacterial infection that affects mucous membranes of throat and nose

Tetanus: bacterial infections that causes muscle stiffness

Pertussis: whooping cough(respiratory disease)

Possible side effects: pain, redness or swelling at site, fever, headaches, fatigue

Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap)(Sanofi Pasteur)

This vaccine protects against:

Diptheria: bacterial infection that affects mucous membranes of throat and nose

Tetanus: bacterial infections that causes muscle stiffness

Pertussis: whooping cough(respiratory disease)

Possible side effects: pain, redness or swelling at site, fever, headaches, fatigue

Pentacel (Sanofi Pasteur)

Combination of five vaccines (DTaP, IPV, Hib)

Possible side effects: redness, swelling and tenderness at injection site, fever, fussiness, crying

Haemophilus B (HIB)(Sanofi Pasteur)

Vaccine prevents meningitis(infection of the brain), epiglottis(severe throat infection) and invasive bacterial disease.

Possible side effects: redness, warmth, swelling at site, fever

Polio (IPV)(Sanofi Pasteur)

Vaccine prevents poliomyelitis(crippling disease), paralysis(inability to move body parts).

Due to vaccine efforts, the United States has been polio-free for more than 30 years.

Possible side effects: redness or pain at injection site

Polio (IPV)(Sanofi Pasteur)

Vaccine prevents poliomyelitis(crippling disease), paralysis(inability to move body parts).

Due to vaccine efforts, the United States has been polio-free for more than 30 years.

Possible side effects: redness or pain at injection site

Rotateq (Merck)

Oral vaccine that prevents rotavirus(vomiting, watery diarrhea, dehydration)

Most children in the United States are infected with the rotavirus by 5 years of age.

Possible side effects: irritability, mild diarrhea or vomiting

Pneumococcal Conjugate (Prevnar/PCV13)(Wyeth)

Vaccine prevents bacterial infection of the lungs(pneumonia), blood(bacteremia) and brain/spinal cord(meningitis).

Known to decrease occurrence of ear infections.

Possible side effects: redness, swelling and tenderness at injection site, fever, fussiness, irritability

Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccine (MMR)(Merck)

This vaccine protects against 3 diseaes:

Measles: virus causes rash, runny nose, eye irritation, fever, pneumonia

Mumps: virus causes fever, headache, muscle pain, swollen glands

Rubella(German Measles): virus causes rash, arthritis, fever

Possible side effects: fever, mild rash usually 6-14 days after vaccination

Varicella(Chickepox/Varivax)(Merck)

Common childhood disease that can cause fever, rash, and pneumonia.

Possible side effects: soreness and swelling at injection site, fever and mild rash usually 6-21 days after vaccination

Hepatitis A (Hep A)(Merck)

Vaccine prevents against the Hepatitis A infections(liver disease, jaundice, diarrhea, "flu-like" illness)

Possible side effects: soreness at injection site, headache, fatigue, loss of appetite

Meningococcal (Menactra/MCV4)(Sanofi Pasteur)

Vaccine protects against bacterial infection of the brain and spinal cord(meningitis) and blood(bacteremia).

Possible side effects: redness and soreness at injection site

Meningococcal (Menactra/MCV4)(Sanofi Pasteur)

Vaccine protects against bacterial infection of the brain and spinal cord(meningitis) and blood(bacteremia).

Possible side effects: redness and soreness at injection site

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV/Gardasil 9)(Merck)

Vaccine protects against HPV, which causes many cancers in females(cervical, vaginal, anal, throat), males(anal, throat, penile) and genital warts in both.

Possible side effects: soreness, redness or swelling at injection site, fever headache

Updated immunization schedule due to vaccine shortage from Sanofi-Pasteur.

Vaccine Schedule

The Tribeca Pediatrics vaccine schedule is based on the AAP guidelines

BreastFeeding

quetzalOur lactation consultant Quetzal [Ket-sal] Currie has been working with new and expectant moms since 1997. She is a midwife as well as an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, bringing both clinical skills and parent education experience to her work.

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Hotline

Support for breastfeeding mothers.  Quetzal is able to give advice over the phone or help determine if a home visit or visit to your doctor is needed.  This is no charge for Tribeca Pediatrics patients for this service.  646-836-9299

Home Visit

Discuss specific breastfeeding and newborn care concerns during a comprehensive one-hour session. $300/visit. Call 646-836-9299 or:
breastfeeding@tribecapediatrics.com

Medications While Nursing

As a general rule, a drug that is nontoxic for you is nontoxic for your baby too. Many medications, however, carry a warning label not because they are known to be detrimental but because drug companies simply haven’t bothered testing the drugs’ safety in conjunction with nursing.

  • The local anesthesia you get at the dentist presents no danger. Anything more complicated would be administered by an anesthesiologist, who would take your condition into account.

  • Almost all over-the-counter medications such as painkillers and cold remedies are safe while breastfeeding when used in recommended doses.

  • Most antibiotics are safe while breast feeding, especially those that are prescribed for breast infections.

    Amoxicillin,
    Augmentin,
    Azythromycin,
    Bactrim,
    Clindamycin,
    Cefdinir/Omnicef,
    Cefuroxime,
    Erythromycin,
    Dicloxicillin,
    Keflex,
    and Oral Vancomycin.

  • Antidepressants have not been formally endorsed as safe for breastfeeding mothers, but we have seen many women who took small doses of Prozac or other antidepressants for postpartum depression while nursing, and their babies suffered no consequences. The problem is not simple. Often, the thought of discontinuing nursing is just too much, and it induces a sense of failure and worsens the depression. On the other hand, mothers who already have a tendency to depression will turn even bluer with the postpartum letdown and really need some help to get over the hump. When in doubt, discuss the matter with your doctor.

  • 1-2 drinks (beer, wine, cocktail) in a few hour period is acceptable with breastfeeding. If more then 3 drinks are going to be consumed in a sitting, breast milk should be expressed and discarded prior to next feed.

  • Prescription and OTC Nasal sprays, Prescription and OTC eye drops, OTC Claritin (Claritin-D is NOT acceptable), Allegra, and Zyrtec.

  • Oral Diflucan, Topical Nystatin or Lotrimin creme, Antiviral, Valtrex

  • Advil, Tylenol, Mucinex, No multi-symptom cough/cold medications with Sudafed should be used.

  • Vicodin, Percocet and Tylenol with Codine are safe to use while breastfeeding. If drowsiness in baby is noted, please contact our office.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Here is a list of the most frequent questions from expecting parents.” Want to hear more? Schedule an intro to the practice session, hosted by one of our pediatricians.

  • For newborns, the first appointment should be 3 to 5 days after birth. For older kids, we’ll need medical records before scheduling a well visit. As soon as you register with us online, you can call us to schedule an appointment.

  • We encourage you to see the same doctor or nurse practitioner for well visits to develop a personal relationship. All providers share similar approaches and styles, always consistent with the philosophy of Tribeca Pediatrics.

  • Twenty minutes on average. However, the doctor will not leave the room until all your questions have been answered, and you feel comfortable with the guidance provided.

  • We are constantly monitoring wait time to keep it under twenty minutes.

  • Routine or “well” visits are to examine your child and monitor growth. A large part of the routine check-ups are about guidance. We begin with getting breastfeeding off to a smooth start. We then focus on strategies for raising a good sleeper. Parents love the fact that most of the babies in our practice sleep through the night by 2-3 months of age. As your child grows, we will also guide you on nutrition as well as emotional and cognitive development. Before each visit you will receive an outline of what to expect so that you can be better prepared.

  • We follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) schedule and all our vaccines are Thimerosal free. Immunizations are administered at the end of appointments, after a discussion of the benefits and possible side-effects.

  • Register yourself and your child using our Patient Portal. If you are transferring from a different practice please also fax over our Medical Release Form to your previous pediatrician.

  • We accommodate same-day sick visits.

  • Parents in our practice highly appreciate the convenience of having on-the-spot support in emergency situations. You can directly reach a doctor or a nurse practitioner at any time of the day, night or weekend. In the rare case that your child needs to be directed to the emergency room, your doctor will coordinate the care with the emergency room physicians.

  • Call the office to get a phone appointment for later in the day. A doctor or a nurse will call you back at a specified time to discuss your concerns. You can also send us an email with your questions and a provider will get back to you.

  • We fully support breastfeeding and will provide you with assistance and advice. And while the majority of moms in our practice do breastfeed, we will respect your choice if you decide to use formula, and we’ll provide you with any guidance and advice you may need.

  • We are affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell, which has one of the most prestigious pediatric centers in the country.


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Childbirth Classes

Our childbirth classes are taught by engaging and highly qualified educators who incorporate the best of the various methods (Lamaze, Bradley, etc.) into their classes.

 

Topics included:

  • How labor works: signs, stages, when to call, when to go.
  • The full range of natural coping strategies from massage to breathing to positioning.
  • Epidurals and pain medications.
  • All you need to know about medical procedures such as monitoring,induction and cesarean birth.
  • What to expect at the hospital or birth center and during the recovery period.

Book A Class

  • Duration: 3 (3 hour) weeknight sessions OR 2 (4.5 hour) weekend sessions
  • Price: $350 per couple.
  • Flex spending:You can use you flex spending – call to register. Check with your insurance
    if classes are covered under your plan.
  • Package Discount: Childbirth Preparation, Baby Care, and
    Breastfeeding are bundled
    to give you a $75 discount. Call to get the package deal.
  • Private sessions:All group classes available as private sessions, call for details.
  • Register: online now or call 646-863-4500
  • Learn about the teachers
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  • Bonu-Decaires

    BONU DECAIRES

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)
    -Certified Labor Doula and Labor Doula Trainer: DONA International
    -Undergraduate (Biology): Amherst College – Massachusetts
    -Graduate (Nutritional Science): University of Massachusetts

     

    Bonu has supported parents through hundreds of births in hospitals, homes and birth centers in NY and NJ. As a board member of The Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York and workshop facilitator for Choices in Childbirth, Bonu enjoys sharing information to help parents make the best choices for themselves.

  • Ceridwen-Morris

    CERIDWEN MORRIS

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)

     

    Ceridwen Morris has been working with pregnant women and expectant parents for over ten years. Her writing on pregnancy and birth has appeared in numerous publications including The New York Times, Huffington Post and Babble. She co-authored the popular and open-minded pregnancy, birth and baby book “From the Hips” in 2007. Ceridwen now serves on the board of the Childbirth Education Association of New York. She has two kids and lives on the Upper West Side.

  • Jayne-Freeman

    JAYNE FREEMAN

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)

     

    After the birth of her two daughters, Jayne started her own public access show “Mamarama” and in 2014, she successfully petitioned the Port Authority Trans Hudson (PATH) to create better seating awareness for pregnant passengers. Jayne says, “The transition from birth to new parenthood is life-altering, challenging and rewarding – all parents deserve guidance and support through their journey.”

  • Margot-Hodes

    MARGOT HODES

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA/MNY)
    -Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
    -Certified Doula (CD): DONA International
    -Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
    -Ed.D. Health Education: Teachers College, Columbia University – New York

     

    Margot has worked in community health centers and non-profit agencies with families toward their goals of achieving healthier living since 1994. As a childbirth educator, Margot Hodes considers it a privilege to play a small part in an expectant family’s big journey to parenthood. A native New Yorker, Margot lives on the Lower East Side with her husband and two sons.

  • Robin-Douthit

    ROBIN DOUTHIT

    -Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE)
    -Cerified Birth Doula (CD): DONA International
    -Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

     

    Robin has been educating and supporting pregnant women and their families for over a decade. She also teaches childbirth preparation, baby feeding, newborn care, and sibling classes at NYU Langone Medical Center and Mount Sinai Hospital. Manhattan is her home where she shares a life with her family.

  • Vanessa-Aja

    VANESSA AJA-SIGMON

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)
    -Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

     

    Vanessa’s background is in the human services and pastoral care counseling fields. Teaching in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Vanessa became a childbirth educator because she believes expectant families deserve smart, nuanced, practical, non-judgmental information during pregnancy and labor. Vanessa lives in Bay Ridge with her two children.

  • Vanessa-Anton

    VANESSA ANTON

    -CPR & AED Certified Safety Expert
    -Child Passenger Safety Technician
    -American Red Cross Instructor
    -American Heart Association B.L.S. Instructor
    -Board Certified Holistic Health Practicioner

     

    Vanessa has worked with families as a doula, a childbirth educator, a breastfeeding consultant and as a parenting educator since 1996. After completing her emergency care medical training, she embarked on making CPR more accessible to families and started Common Sense CPR in 2002. Vanessa believes in providing an opportunity for families to make informed choices with laughter and fun!

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Baby care and Feeding

An instructive and reassuring class for expectant parents wanting to know the basics of baby care from diapering and crying to understanding how infants think, sleep, and behave. This information-packed session also covers successful establishment and maintenance of feeding.  This class is for both parents.

 

Topics included:

  • Bathing, swaddling, diapering and dressing a baby
  • Understanding newborn sleep
  • Normal newborn appearances
  • When to call the doctor
  • Getting off to a good start with feeding
  • Common feeding problems and how to avoid them
  • Pumping and storing milk

Adopting? You are welcome to join this group class. We also offer Essential Baby Care for Adoptive Parents as a private session.

Book A Class

  • Duration: 3 hour session
  • Fee per couple: $150.
  • Package deal: COMBO can be bundled with childbirth class for discount of $75 off!
  • Flex spending: You can use your flex spending to pay for your classes – call to register.
  • Private sessions: All group classes available as private sessions, call for details.
  • Register: online now or call 646-863-4500.
  • Learn about the teachers
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  • Ceridwen-Morris

    CERIDWEN MORRIS

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)

     

    Ceridwen Morris has been working with pregnant women and expectant parents for over ten years. Her writing on pregnancy and birth has appeared in numerous publications including The New York Times, Huffington Post and Babble. She co-authored the popular and open-minded pregnancy, birth and baby book “From the Hips” in 2007. Ceridwen now serves on the board of the Childbirth Education Association of New York. She has two kids and lives on the Upper West Side.

  • Vanessa-Anton

    VANESSA ANTON

    -CPR & AED Certified Safety Expert
    -Child Passenger Safety Technician
    -American Red Cross Instructor
    -American Heart Association B.L.S. Instructor
    -Board Certified Holistic Health Practicioner

     

    Vanessa has worked with families as a doula, a childbirth educator, a breastfeeding consultant and as a parenting educator since 1996. After completing her emergency care medical training, she embarked on making CPR more accessible to families and started Common Sense CPR in 2002. Vanessa believes in providing an opportunity for families to make informed choices with laughter and fun!

  • Jayne-Freeman

    JAYNE FREEMAN

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)

     

    After the birth of her two daughters, Jayne started her own public access show “Mamarama” and in 2014, she successfully petitioned the Port Authority Trans Hudson (PATH) to create better seating awareness for pregnant passengers. Jayne says, “The transition from birth to new parenthood is life-altering, challenging and rewarding – all parents deserve guidance and support through their journey.”

  • Robin-Douthit

    ROBIN DOUTHIT

    -Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE)
    -Cerified Birth Doula (CD): DONA International
    -Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

     

    Robin has been educating and supporting pregnant women and their families for over a decade. She also teaches childbirth preparation, baby feeding, newborn care, and sibling classes at NYU Langone Medical Center and Mount Sinai Hospital. Manhattan is her home where she shares a life with her family.

  • Vanessa-Aja

    VANESSA AJA-SIGMON

    -Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator (CCCE): Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan New York (CEA-MNY)
    -Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

     

    Vanessa’s background is in the human services and pastoral care counseling fields. Teaching in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Vanessa became a childbirth educator because she believes expectant families deserve smart, nuanced, practical, non-judgmental information during pregnancy and labor. Vanessa lives in Bay Ridge with her two children.

  • Abigail-Hofstrand

    ABIGAIL HOFSTRAND

    -Bachelor of Science (Nursing): Pennsylvania State University
    -RN RNC-NIC (Certified NICU Nurse)
    -CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor)

     

    Abigail joined Tribeca Pediatrics in 2014 and has been working in the NICU at the Brooklyn Hospital Center for 3 years. She began her career as a private baby nurse and really enjoys teaching parents how to become more independent and confident. She is currently getting her Masters concurrently with her Doctorate at Columbia University as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.

  • Sara-Sloane

    SARA SLOANE

    -Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honors)
    – Long Island University -Registered Nurse (RN)
    – New York State -In Progress – Master of Science in Nursing
    – New York University

     

    Sara joined Tribeca Pediatrics in 2013 and has been teaching parenting classes since 2014. Sara loves working with kids and takes pride in helping growing families. She is currently working towards completing her Masters degree from New York University to become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP).

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New Dad Boot Camps

New Dad Boot Camps offer expectant and new dads a frank discussion along with practical advice and hands-on training in essential parenting duties.

 

Topics included:

  • Developing a parenting partnership.
  • Being supportive of mom.
  • Creating a baby-safe environment
  • Bonding with your baby.
  • Managing relatives.
  • Balancing work and parenting.

Given the hands-on nature of this session, we ask that you do not bring babies to the class. We want to make sure that you benefit from all of the information packed into this session.

Book A Class

  • Duration: 3-hour session.
  • Price: $65 per person.
  • Flex spending:Book online or call 646 863 4500 to schedule your class using flex spending to pay for your classes.
  • Please note:This is not a CPR certification class.
  • Learn about the teachers
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  • Lance Somerfeld

    Lance Somerfield

    Lance is the co-founder of NYC Dads Group – an active community of fathers that meetup all over the New York Metro area. A former public school teacher, Lance frequently writes about fatherhood and has appeared on local and national television including CNN, Fox News, and Today Show. Lance resides in New York City with his family.

  • Matt Schneider

    Matt Schneider

    Matt is the co-founder of NYC Dads Group – an active community of fathers that meetup all over the New York Metro area. Matt hosts The Modern Dads Podcast, a monthly show highlighting stories of 21st century dads and families. He has contributed to The Huffington Post and New York Family Magazine, and has been quoted in The New York Times and USA Today. Matt lives with his wife and two sons in New York City.

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CPR & Safety

Come learn infant and child CPR. This interactive, fun session will leave you well prepared for a cardiac or choking emergency. This class can be taken before or after birth.

 

Topics included:

  • Infant and child CPR, newborn to 12 years.
  • Critical safety information for new parents.
  • Techniques to help your infant or child in a breathing emergency.
  • Car seat safety and travel information.

Given the hands-on nature of this session, we ask that you do not bring babies to the class. We want to make sure that you benefit from all of the information packed into this session.

Book A Class

  • Duration: 2 hour session
  • Price: $85 per person. Each participant will have their own set of props to work with.
  • Book online or call 646 863 4500 to schedule your class using flex spending to pay for your classes.
  • Please note: This is not a CPR certification class.
  • Learn about the teachers
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  • Vanessa-Anton

    VANESSA ANTON

    -CPR & AED Certified Safety Expert
    -Child Passenger Safety Technician
    -American Red Cross Instructor
    -American Heart Association B.L.S. Instructor
    -Board Certified Holistic Health Practicioner

     

    Vanessa has worked with families as a doula, a childbirth educator, a breastfeeding consultant and as a parenting educator since 1996. After completing her emergency care medical training, she embarked on making CPR more accessible to families and started Common Sense CPR in 2002. Vanessa believes in providing an opportunity for families to make informed choices with laughter and fun!

  • Geoff-Gohacki

    GEOFF GOHACKI

    -BLS CPR Certified Instructor: American Heart Association -CPR, AED, & First Aid Certified Instructor: American Red Cross
    -Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician: Safekids USA

     

    Geoff has been an educator for over 15 years, with experience in classrooms, kitchens, and all sorts of other venues. As a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technican, he can help people correctly install car seats. Geoff is the father of two boys, aged 10 and 13, that keep him on his toes.

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Blog Posts

Flu Shots

By Tribeca Pediatrics, September 14, 2016
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Autumn is right there on the horizon. So, along with back to school festivities and playing in fallen leaves, if you choose to do so, it’s time to get your child vaccinated for the flu. Here is some important information for the upcoming 2016/2017 flu season.   

What is The Flu, Really?

You can actually get the flu all year round. But, because of the close, indoor proximity to others that cold weather brings, the flu spreads more easily in the fall and winter. It commonly starts with the onset of fever, body aches, nasal discharge and cough. Young children, can also exhibit pronounced respiratory distress, stomach pain and vomiting. These symptoms usually last for three days. Although, there is no flu cure, supportive care such as over-the-counter fever and pain reducers, fluids and rest can ease the discomfort.

Although rare, additional complications such as pneumonia, dehydration, ear infections and sinus infections may occur in children. If fever and symptoms persist and do not subside within a few days, you may need to schedule an appointment for your child.

The Flu Vaccine

The reason we have flu seasons and offer a new vaccine each year is because the flu virus is constantly evolving, presenting itself in new varieties and levels of severity from year to year. Some winters, the flu is no big deal. Other times, it can be a real issue for public health concern.

How effective is the flu vaccine? Well, that’s a matter of opinion. Of course, there are cases where those who received a vaccination did not get the flu that year. There are also plenty we have seen who get vaccinated and still get the flu anyway. Because the virus is in a constant state of flux, the effectiveness of the vaccine can vary year to year.

Though some have reported having flu-like symptoms for a short time after receiving the vaccine, it cannot actually give you the flu. So, if your child has a chronic condition like asthma that would make having the flu tougher on them, you may want to consider the vaccine more seriously. Otherwise, we truly believe it is a parental choice.

State Requirements

Flu shots are not required for school attendance in either New York or California. In New Jersey, children ages 6 months to 59 months are required to receive the annual flu shot if they are in daycare or preschool.

What We Offer

At Tribeca Pediatrics, we offer the traditional flu vaccine in injection form, which is a one-time vaccination, and your little one will be good to go. If, however, your child is eight years old or younger and has not previously received 2 doses of the flu vaccine, they will need to come back in one month for a booster shot.

No Flu Nasal Mist This Year

Following recommendations from the CDC of its ineffectiveness this season, we will not be offering the flu vaccine in mist form this year.

And whether you decide to vaccinate or not this season, here’s wishing a very happy, healthy change of season to you all!

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