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• posted: Aug. 27, 2020
• Preventive Care,  Wellness Visit

What parent doesn’t want to protect their child from getting injured or sick? While it will happen at some point, there are certainly ways that both you and your pediatrician Read More

• posted: Aug. 20, 2020
• ADHD

Get all of your questions regarding ADHD answered by our Bolingbrook and Downers Grove pediatric team. Is your child displaying habits and behaviors that are relatively normal for a child Read More

• posted: Aug. 13, 2020
• Behavioral Issues,  Child Behavior

While we may not love it, all kids are going to act up, throw tantrums and be irritable at times; however, if your child is displaying negative actions and behaviors Read More

• posted: Aug. 10, 2020
• Asthma

Has your child recently been diagnosed with asthma? Yes, it's a serious, chronic lung condition, but your youngster (and you) can live well with it by being proactive. At Downers Read More

• posted: Jul. 28, 2020
• Immunizations,  Regular Check-Ups

To ensure that your child grows up healthy and strong, they need to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccines. These well-child visits are incredibly important for your Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2020
• Sports Injuries,  Injury

Regular physical activity is so important for your child’s health. If they have decided to start playing on a sports team this can also be a great way for them Read More

• posted: Jun. 29, 2020
• Brushing

So, your child’s teeth just started to come in. We know that this can be an exciting milestone for parents. Of course, this also means considering your child’s oral health. Read More

• posted: Jun. 16, 2020
• Vision Test

Parents want nothing more than their children to be healthy and happy. This applies to every element of their well-being, including their eyes! Your pediatrician recommends that all children receive Read More

• posted: Jun. 02, 2020
• Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person views and interacts with the world around them, including other people. In most cases, differences become apparent Read More

• posted: May 18, 2020
• Tonsillitis

Everyone is born with two tonsils. These are lymph nodes located right in the back of the throat. They help out the immune system by housing important white blood cells. Read More

• posted: May 08, 2020
• Immunization

Why Are Immunizations Important? Immunizations help to protect your child from serious infectious diseases. Not only that, but they also help to minimize the spread of disease throughout the broader community. Read More

• posted: May 04, 2020
• ADHD

Parents want the best for their child, which is why check-ups and appointments with their pediatricians are so important. Yet your pediatrician isn’t just available for when your child is Read More

• posted: Apr. 16, 2020
• Immunizations

To keep your child healthy and happy this involves making sure that they eat the right foods, exercise regularly and get quality sleep. Of course, visiting your pediatrician for routine Read More

• posted: Apr. 09, 2020
• ADHD

Are you concerned about your child's impulsivity? Is he or she struggling in school? These symptoms and more may indicate a neurodevelopmental disorder called ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2020
• Warts

Warts are common, benign bumps that develop on the skin as a result of a viral infection known as the human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are pretty common in children and Read More

• posted: Mar. 16, 2020
• Hearing Screening

As soon as your baby is born but before they leave the hospital, they will need to undergo a hearing screening (most hospitals perform a hearing screening but it’s also Read More