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Children Immunizations for School Schedule
posted: Apr. 25, 2022.

How immunizations from your pediatricians in Chicago, IL, can protect your child’s health You’ve probably heard a lot about immunizations, and your pediatrician can help you learn the truth. The fact Read more
Weaning Your Child Off Their Nap
posted: Apr. 21, 2022.

Naps can be absolutely essential for growing toddlers. (They’re a bit of a nice break for grownups, too.) But there will come a point where your child outgrows their naps. Read more
Good Sleeping Habits for Newborns
posted: Apr. 18, 2022.

When you’re a new parent, you don’t get much sleep. That’s to be expected. But over the long run, nurturing good sleeping habits for newborns can help you catch up Read more
Helping Your Child Deal With Minor Illnesses or Injuries
posted: Apr. 18, 2022.

Here’s your first-aid guide on how to care for minor childhood injuries. In a perfect world, your child would never get injured, sick, or hurt; unfortunately, this just isn’t 100 percent Read more
Children Immunizations for School Schedule
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

One way to prevent serious illnesses is through the use of vaccinations. And for school-aged children, inoculations are necessary to enter school, minus for children with religious exemptions or health Read more
Ear Infections in Children
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

Does an ear infection automatically warrant seeing a pediatrician? Here’s what you should know… Your child is dealing with an ear infection for the first time and just like when they Read more
The Importance Of Well-Child Care Visits
posted: Mar. 21, 2022.

A healthy child begins with the right doctor. A pediatrician can help you and your child make the best and most informed decisions regarding their health. It’s important to have Read more
Peanut Allergies in Children
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

In the past 15 years, we’ve seen a massive increase in the number of children with peanuts allergies, so it goes without saying that most parents are worried about giving Read more
Know the Signs of Chickenpox
posted: Jan. 28, 2022.

The infamous chickenpox, a virus known to cause itchy blisters all over the body. It most often happens to school-age kids, but unfortunately, if you’ve never had this infection as Read more
Breastfeeding For Beginners
posted: Jan. 21, 2022.

If you’re a first-time mother, the idea of breastfeeding can feel overwhelming and complicated. You may struggle with it at first and be unsure of whether or not breastfeeding is Read more
When a Fever Requires Medical Attention
posted: Jan. 14, 2022.

A fever is one of the biggest concerns that parents have when it comes to their infant or child. We understand that a fever can sometimes be considered an emergency Read more
Newborn Care: How Often Should We Visit The Pediatrician
posted: Jan. 10, 2022.

Becoming a new parent is an incredibly rewarding yet overwhelming experience, and you may have plenty of questions for your pediatrician at Children's Healthcare Associates in Chicago and Northbrook, IL. Read more
Does My Child Have a UTI?
posted: Jan. 03, 2022.

When bacteria enter the bladder or the kidneys this can result in a urinary tract infection. Unfortunately, UTIs are quite common in infants and kids, so it’s important to recognize Read more
The Benefits Of Breastfeeding
posted: Dec. 20, 2021.

Breastfeeding does offer benefits to both mom and baby. Whether you’ve already decided that you’re going to breastfeed or you’re still not quite sure if it’s the right option for you Read more
Your Infant and Constipation
posted: Dec. 17, 2021.

It’s not typically common for infants to have issues with constipation; however, sometimes it happens. While many babies won’t deal with constipation they may have irregular bowel movements as their Read more
Food Poisoning in Children
posted: Dec. 06, 2021.

Food poisoning isn’t just a problem that impacts adults. It can also affect children, too. While, as a parent, you may be used to dealing with vomiting or diarrhea, food Read more