Just Discovered This in My Son’s Hair — Should We See a Doctor? (A Calm, Clear Guide for Parents)

It happens to the best of us.

You’re brushing your child’s hair or helping them shower…
And then you see it:
Something small. White. Clinging to the strand.
Or maybe it moved.

Your heart skips a beat.

“Is that… a bug?”
“Could it be lice?”
“Should we run to the doctor?”

Take a breath.

You’re not alone—and chances are, this is more common than scary.

Let’s walk through what you might have found, how to identify it, and whether it’s time to call the pediatrician—or just treat it at home.