Dr. Cherilyn

Dr. Cherilyn

Dr. Cherilyn Davis is a compassionate, board-certified pediatrician who is deeply committed to providing exceptional care for all. With a passion for medicine and a focus on fostering meaningful connections with her patients, she takes pride in delivering personalized, thoughtful healthcare.

Dr. Cherilyn
  • 2 Min How Social Interaction Shapes Kids Communication

    Discover how healthy social interactions are essential for children to understand and develop essential and lifelong communication skills.

    ☑ Improved World Connections
    ☑ Early Communication Development
    ☑ Healthy Social Interactions

    ✎ Pro Tip: Play “Feelings Charades” with children. Take turns ...

  • 2 Min How Kids Learn Empathy & Emotional Skills

    Help your child understand and develop empathy and emotional awareness.

    ☑ Improved Emotional Intelligence
    ☑ Safe & Empathetic Spaces
    ☑ Developing Communication Skills

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies show that when parents regularly label and discuss emotions during shared storytime, children’s empat...

  • 3 Min Parent-Child Bonds In Early Childhood & Beyond

    Learn about how the relationship you build with your child can impact relationship and communication developments throughout their life.

    ☑ Closeness & Trust
    ☑ Early Childhood Attachments
    ☑ Emotional Health & Safety

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Children learn by observing their parents and caregivers beha...

  • 2 Min How Play Supports Kids In Social Growth

    Discover how healthy play and interactions lay the foundation for social skills and connections.

    ☑ Improved Social Learning
    ☑ Relationship Building Throughout Life
    ☑ Safe & Healthy Play

    ✎ Learn The Science: The cortex of our brain grows and develops over time, and 70% of development takes place...

  • 2 Min How Children Develop Problem-Solving Through Play

    Discover how playing is essential for children to understand and develop cognitive problem solving skills and understanding.

    ☑ Improved Cognitive Development
    ☑ Early Problem-Solving Skills
    ☑ Enhanced Creativity & Curiosity

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Rotating toys every few weeks can allow for new combi...

  • 3 Min Memory's Role In Children's Early Learning

    Learn how early memory skills lay the groundwork for language, literacy, and future success.

    ☑ Better Information Retention
    ☑ Improved Cognitive Development
    ☑ Enhanced Communication Development

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies show that repetition paired with multisensory cues (sight, sound, touch) c...

  • 3 Min How Kids Gain Decision-Making Skills

    Explore simple ways to teach children to weigh options and make confident, age-appropriate choices.

    ☑ Greater Self-Confidence
    ☑ Enhanced Cognitive Growth
    ☑ Healthier Independence

    ✎ Pro Tip: Offer limited choices such as “Do you want the red shirt or blue one?”. This helps to build decision skil...

  • 2 Min Fine Vs. Gross Motor Skills In Kids

    Understand the difference between small-muscle (fine) and large-muscle (gross) development and how each supports daily activities.

    ☑ Hand-Eye Coordination
    ☑ Improved Balance & Posture
    ☑ Developing Motor Skills

    ✎Learn The Facts: Activities like playing with building blocks strengthen fine-motor ...

  • 3 Min Key Motor Milestones For Babies & Toddlers

    Identify crucial movement milestones and support your child’s physical growth from tummy time to first steps.

    ☑ Early Detection Of Delays
    ☑ Healthy Motor Development
    ☑ Safe, Age-Appropriate Play Ideas

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies show that regular tummy time for babies can reduce the risk of moto...

  • 2 Min How Movement Boosts Kids Strength & Coordination

    See how active play, sports, and dance build muscle strength, balance, and total-body coordination!

    ☑ Increased Muscular Strength
    ☑ Enhanced Body Awareness
    ☑ Healthy & Active Lifestyle

    ✎ Pro Tip: Encourage at least 60 minutes of varied movement daily, such as jumping, climbing, and dancing all ...

  • 2 Min Children & ADHD

    Learn about the symptoms, signs, and support options for children with ADHD.

    ☑ ADHD Awareness
    ☑ Signs & Symptom Awareness
    ☑ Daily Lifestyle Changes

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Research indicates that girls are 16 times less likely than boys to be diagnosed with and treated for ADHD. Additionally, when g...

  • 2 Min Children & Depression

    Gain awareness of how depression symptoms can impact and appear in children.

    ☑ Causes Of Depression
    ☑ Adolescent Depression Symptoms
    ☑ Boosted Support System

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Symptoms of depression in children can be physical in addition to emotional. Some of the most common physical symptoms...

  • 2 Min Children & Anxiety

    Gain awareness of the symptoms and causes of anxiety disorders in children.

    ☑ Anxiety Symptom Awareness
    ☑ Healthy Coping Strategies
    ☑ Increased Support System

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in children and teens.

    *This content is intended for gener...

  • 2 Min Children & PTSD

    Learn about how post traumatic stress disorder develops in children, and how to support them.

    ☑ PTSD Symptoms
    ☑ Trauma-Informed Healing
    ☑ Parenting Tips

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Symptoms of PTSD commonly begin to show around 3 months after the traumatic event takes place. However, this is not always ...

  • 2 Min Children & Bipolar Disorder

    Learn about the symptoms, signs, and support options for children with bipolar disorder.

    ☑ Bipolar Disorder Awareness
    ☑ Signs & Symptom Awareness
    ☑ Enhanced Support System

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies show that about 4% of people under the age of 18, including children as young as 5 years old, ha...

  • 2 Min Teens & Eating Disorders

    Learn about the most common types of eating disorders, and how they can occur in teenagers.

    ☑ Eating Disorder Signs & Symptoms
    ☑ Understood Types Of Eating Disorders
    ☑ Recovery Support Systems

    ✎ Pro Tip: To help support someone with an eating disorder, it can be helpful to avoid discussing trig...

  • 2 Min Teens & Substance Abuse

    Learn about the risks and symptoms of substance abuse in teenagers.

    ☑ Substance Abuse Signs & Symptoms
    ☑ Addictive Behavior Awareness
    ☑ Harm Reduction Support Systems

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Substance abuse is very dangerous and can be fatal. In the US alone, statistics show that 11.2% of all overdo...

  • 2 Min Kids & Tourettes Syndrome

    Understand what Tourettes Syndrome is, and how to support a child with Tourettes.

    ☑ Tourettes Syndrome Awareness
    ☑ Increased Mental Health Support
    ☑ Co-occuring Disorders

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Studies show that Tourettes Syndrome usually begins to appear in children around the ages 5-10.

    *This co...

  • 2 Min OCD In Kids

    Understand Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how it appears in children.

    ☑ OCD Condition Awareness
    ☑ Healthy Symptom Management
    ☑ Improved Family Support Systems

    ✎ Pro Tip: To support a child with OCD, create a calm and structured environment where they feel safe discussing their thoughts and f...

  • 2 Min Autism Spectrum Disorder In Kids

    Learn about ASD and the ways that it can impact every child differently.

    ☑ ASD Awareness
    ☑ Supportive Communication Styles
    ☑ Helpful Routines & Support Systems

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Children with ASD may have certain sensitivities to light, noise, or textures. These sensitivities can be both posit...

  • 2 Min What Is Type 2 Diabetes?

    Learn about the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes.

    ☑ T2D Awareness
    ☑ Healthy Insulin Levels
    ☑ Blood Sugar Management

    ✎ Learn The Science: Symptoms for T2D can develop over years and may not be noticeable or seen as a sign for concern.

  • 2 Min Crucial Foot Care For People With Diabetes

    Learn about the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes.

    ☑ Reduced Diabetes Complications
    ☑ Healthy Insulin Levels
    ☑ Enhanced Podiatric Health

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Elevated blood sugar levels can harm the nerves and blood vessels in the feet, resulting in reduced sensation and poor ...

  • 2 Min Understanding & Interpreting A1C Tests

    Learn how to utilize A1C blood tests to promote diabetes management.

    ☑ Diabetes Management Options
    ☑ Healthy A1C Levels
    ☑ Disease Risk Prevention

    ✎ Learn The Facts: Staying hydrated, getting at least 7 hours of sleep per night, and exercise for around 150 minutes a week to promote healthy A1C l...

  • 2 Min Type 2 Diabetes During Travel & Vacations

    Learn tips to manage your T2D while on the go.

    ☑ Improved Quality Of Life
    ☑ Safe Travel Tips
    ☑ Reduced Symptoms & Discomfort

    ✎ Pro Tip: Consider wearing a medical alert bracelet or carrying documentation that identifies you as having diabetes.