Tick bite prevention is more important than ever as warmer months bring children outdoors — and into tick territory. Well Rooted Pediatrics is hosting a free virtual event on June 10 at 1PM CST to help families stay safe this season.
Led by Colby Bray Fagan, MSN, RN, CPNP-PC, this event covers everything parents need to know about protecting their children from tick bites, recognizing warning signs, and knowing when to seek medical care.
Ticks are active from spring through fall, and children are especially vulnerable because they spend more time playing in grassy, wooded areas. According to the CDC, ticks can transmit serious illnesses including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis.
Early prevention and fast action are the two most powerful tools parents have. This free event gives you both — straight from a trusted pediatric nurse practitioner.
This free tick bite prevention event covers four essential topics every parent should know heading into tick season.
We will cover practical, pediatrician-approved strategies for keeping kids safe outdoors. This includes safe repellents for children, protective clothing tips, and how to do a thorough tick check after outdoor play in wooded or grassy areas.
If a tick does attach, the first 24 to 48 hours are critical. You will learn how to safely remove a tick at home, what NOT to do such as applying petroleum jelly or heat, and how to document the bite for your child’s provider. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends prompt removal to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
Not every tick bite leads to illness — but knowing the warning signs can protect your child from serious complications. We will cover key symptoms like fever, rash especially the bull’s-eye rash linked to Lyme disease, joint pain, fatigue, and changes in behavior that should prompt a call to your pediatric provider.
Sometimes a tick bite requires more than home observation. Our speaker will walk you through when to call your child’s doctor, what testing may be needed, and how to confidently advocate for your child’s health and wellbeing.
Colby Bray Fagan, MSN, RN, CPNP-PC is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with Well Rooted Pediatrics. She specializes in whole-child wellness and is passionate about empowering families with the knowledge they need to keep their kids healthy — especially during high-risk outdoor seasons like spring and summer.
This event is completely free and open to all families. Space may be limited, so register early to secure your spot.
Tick bite prevention does not have to be overwhelming. With the right knowledge and a few simple habits, you can dramatically reduce your family’s risk this season. This free event is your opportunity to get expert guidance from a trusted pediatric professional at no cost.
Register now and give your family the tools to enjoy the outdoors safely this summer. We look forward to seeing you on June 10 at 1PM CST.
Love them. I always come in with questions and they give me options to check things out further if I want to. Easy to listen with out being judged. Recommend. They don’t take insurance but you can submit the super bill to your insurance which is nice.
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Doctors and medical offices have always given me fear. Not with this place! Some of the nicest most catering people I have ever met with truly good intentions! We love this place! The kids love the atmosphere with Great Wall art to look at. We feel like family here! They take the time to explain things and do not rush us out the door. Thank you all for all the love you share with our family!
We don’t go to the Crystal Lake Well Rooted anymore since we moved going over to OakBrook. We saw Victoria was absolutely fantastic. She saw my son for the first 9 months of his life, and she not only provided phenomenal care for him, but also for myself as a newly postpartum mom. They are very respectful of your decisions as a parent at Well Rooted, and it’s nice to not feel like you’re being gaslit by medical professionals. I like how they have holistic remedies available for purchase as well. They also provided me references to lactation consultants, chiropractors, etc as well. My son is now almost 2 and thankfully very healthy. We love Well Rooted!
