Children's Healthcare Associates

08/04/2026

July is here and the kids are outside — which is wonderful! But summer does come with a few extra things to watch out for. Sun protection is a big one: sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher should go on before kids head outside, and it needs to be reapplied every two hours (or after swimming). And keep those water bottles handy — children can get dehydrated faster than adults realize, especially when they're running around. The trick is to encourage regular sips of water before they even feel thirsty.

Water safety is just as important this time of year. Drowning is one of the leading causes of unintentional injury in children, and even strong swimmers need a designated adult water watcher nearby — not just a glance from across the pool. A few simple habits can go a long way toward a safe and fun summer!

07/30/2026

If your child is already a patient here at Children’s Healthcare Associates, you can make an appointment at our Chicago or Northbrook offices today!

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07/29/2026

Boredom can help develop skills related to executive function: In order to figure out how to fill that unstructured time, your child will need to problem solve.

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Our blog is a good library of helpful information for parents of children from birth to 18 years old.

07/28/2026

Parents can also share their own tips and reassurances to help students feel confident and ready.

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Our blog is a good library of helpful information for parents of children from birth to 18 years old.

07/28/2026

Bringing a newborn home is one of the most exciting — and overwhelming — things a parent can experience. One thing that helps: getting your baby in to see the pediatrician early and often! The AAP recommends a first checkup just 3 to 5 days after birth, followed by visits at 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and beyond. Those early visits go quickly, but they cover a lot of ground: your baby's weight, feeding, jaundice, hearing and blood screening results, and safe sleep practices.

Don't hold back on questions at these visits — even the ones that feel silly at 2am are exactly the kind of thing your pediatrician is there for. New parent anxiety is real, and building a trusting relationship with your child's doctor from day one makes the whole journey a little smoother.

07/28/2026

While anxiety cannot always be mitigated, parents and educators can help children learn how to manage anxiety and stress in healthy ways.

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07/27/2026

While parents know their child best, there are a lot of benchmarks and milestones to keep track of.

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07/22/2026

If possible, take parental leave from your job as this will be especially helpful in the first few months of your baby’s life.

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Our blog is a good library of helpful information for parents of children from birth to 18 years old.

07/21/2026

When it comes to your toddler screen time, effects can be pronounced and noticeable, even when the screen is not intended to be watched by your toddler.

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07/21/2026

Once your baby hits that one-year mark, the well-child visit schedule shifts a bit — but it doesn't slow down! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends checkups at 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months, and then yearly after that. These visits are about so much more than just shots. Your pediatrician will track your toddler's growth, check in on developmental milestones, screen for things like anemia and lead exposure, and address any behavioral questions — like sleep struggles, picky eating, or those legendary toddler tantrums.
One of the best things you can do at these visits is come prepared with questions. No question is too small! Think about what's changed since your last visit — how your child is eating, sleeping, talking, and playing. Regular check-ins make it much easier to catch anything early, when support makes the biggest difference.

Preventive Health Care Visits in Children - Explore from the Merck Manuals - Medical Consumer Version.