This is a blog written by a pediatrician, from Rio de Janeiro, for all parents and also for children and adolescents. I intend to write about topics that are of interest to most people, always with a focus on health.

Since I believe that quality information can be fundamental to decision-making, my main objective will be to inform. In no way does what I intend to share replace a medical consultation. Although I seek grounding in good-quality scientific articles, I will not refrain from offering personal opinions when appropriate. These opinions should not be read as "the truth", only as what they are: the thoughts or reflections of one person. I make this caveat because knowledge based on scientific studies has one value, and that based on opinions, another, quite different one.

In order to actually address topics that are of interest to most people, I would like to ask that you suggest the subjects you would like to know a little more about, related to the health of children and adolescents. As I said above, I will be very happy if I can answer not only parents, but directly children and adolescents who have an interest and curiosity in their development and health.

I commit to writing in a direct and simple way. Every time I fail to do so, call me out on it! I would very much like to receive readers' comments, criticism and suggestions.

Welcome to the blog!