Pediatrics Blog | Children's Healthcare Associates

What to Look for in a Good Preschool
posted: May 22, 2023.

Preschool can feel like a big step–both for you and for your child! For toddlers, preschool represents a small step towards the growth of independence (though, still highly supervised by Read more
Early Introduction of Peanut Butter
posted: Apr. 24, 2023.

Peanut butter is delicious. It’s one of those amazing, wonderful foods that packs in a ton of flavor. That explains, in part, why many parents are excited to facilitate the Read more
School & Sports Physicals: What To Expect
posted: Apr. 10, 2023.

When it comes to keeping your child active, you want to make sure that they are able to participate in any activities that they may desire and that any issues Read more
Transitioning from Breastmilk and/or Formula to Solids
posted: Apr. 06, 2023.

When your baby is born, it might be hard to imagine your little bundle of joy ever growing up and eating solid food. They just seem so content (and get Read more
When is That Sneeze Really an Allergy?
posted: Feb. 23, 2023.

You want your child to be healthy. So when kids start sneezing, parents start looking for solutions! The trouble is that symptoms like sneezes or runny noses can have multiple Read more
Healthy Habits for Kids By Age
posted: Jan. 26, 2023.

As a parent, you always want your children to be healthy. But there are times when that can feel like a daunting challenge. Building healthy habits for kids can be Read more
5 Benefits of Kids Playing Multiple Sports
posted: Dec. 12, 2022.

Kids love to play! From toddlers to teens, most children have an appetite for fun activity–and that’s certainly to be encouraged. But sometimes kids can get a little, well, hyper-focused. Read more
Why Do Schools Require a Physical?
posted: Dec. 29, 2022.

You know that your doctors like to see you every year. This goes for kids, too: every child should go see a pediatrician for a checkup at least once a Read more
FAQs About Breastfeeding
posted: Dec. 30, 2022.

Children’s Healthcare Associates in Chicago, and Northbrook, IL is dedicated to providing the best pediatric care. What Is Breastfeeding? Breastfeeding, or nursing, is the act of feeding an infant directly from the Read more
Common Myths About Vaccines for Kids
posted: Nov. 18, 2022.

Vaccines are one of the most powerful and effective medical treatments currently available. They’re especially great for kids and toddlers, in some cases building immunity that lasts for an entire Read more
Good and Bad Sugars for Kids
posted: Nov. 18, 2022.

Does your child have a sweet tooth? Most kids do; but even if your little one doesn’t, they’re likely eating a lot of sugar on a daily basis. This isn’t Read more
When You Should Call Your Pediatrician
posted: Oct. 28, 2022.

Many pediatric clinics, such as Children’s Healthcare Associates, want to know what’s going on with your child. The more we know the better care we can give. That’s why many Read more
Healthy Snacks for Toddlers
posted: Oct. 24, 2022.

Snack time can be a challenge, especially when you have a picky toddler (and let’s be honest–almost all toddlers are at least a little picky). What appeals to toddlers most Read more
What To Know About Breastfeeding
posted: Oct. 13, 2022.

Children's Healthcare Associates has a team of dedicated pediatricians ready to help you if you need more information on breastfeeding in Chicago, IL or Northbrook, IL. Breastfeeding is widely accepted Read more
Vitamins for Toddlers
posted: Sep. 26, 2022.

Everyone of a certain age probably remembers Flintstones vitamins. They were chalky, tangy, and citrusy–but they had a catchy theme tune. When you were little, you probably had one every Read more
Body Shaming in Teenage Boys
posted: Sep. 19, 2022.

For a wide variety of reasons, middle school and high school can be terribly trying for kids. For example, no one would be shocked to learn that teenagers face body Read more