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• Popular pediatrician weighs in on schools reopening in the fall Play Video

  June 25, 2020 5:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE- Dr. Mindy Calandro with the Baton Rouge Clinic believes there's no better time to advocate for your children. As the state comes up with plans to reopen schools, getting young children back into the classroom is important, according to her. "We want to make sure that... more »

• Doctor discusses risks of SIDS from infant swaddling Play Video

  May 19, 2016 12:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE- Dr. Mindy Calandro stopped by at News 2 at 4 p.m. to discuss the risks of babies developing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) from swaddling and to demonstrate the proper techniques to use. SIDS is defined as the death of an infant under 12 months old for an... more »

• Junior League holds diaper donation program for poverty-stricken Play Video

  April 21, 2016 5:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - With one in three American families in poverty reporting the need for diapers, a local pediatrician is aiding the effort to help children in need. Baton Rouge Clinic Dr. Mindy Calandro says 28 percent of children in the state are living in poverty, according to 2013... more »

• Establishing good dental health for infants Play Video

  February 25, 2016 5:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Local pediatrician Dr. Mindy Calandro stopped by News 2 at 4 Thursday with some general guidelines for parents who wish to establish good dental health for their infants. Fluoride and Your Child : Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in many foods, and... more »

• Heart screenings can save young athletes' lives Play Video

  August 20, 2015 6:07 PM

  B ATON ROUGE - Local pediatrician Dr. Mindy Calandro dropped by the station Thursday to bring a quick reminder to parents about the continued importance of getting check-ups for kids ahead of yet another new school year. The doctor says these physical examinations are especially important for kids that... more »