No doubt, Halloween is simply magical for kids (and many adults, too!). But with all the fun of Halloween parties and trick or treating, comes candy. A lot of it. And parents are left to either throw their hands up while kids stuff their faces or to negotiate the terms of eating all that junk….
Read moreIt’s time to get flu shots for your family before your house is full of fevers and dripping noses. Here are 11 things you need to know about the 2015-2016 influenza vaccine: 1. The flu vaccine is essential for children. The flu virus is common and unpredictable, and it can cause serious complications and death,…
Read moreEveryone wants to be able to see their doctor whenever they need to. We, the providers and staff at Kids First Pediatrics, really want to be able to make this happen whenever possible. To that end we are constantly looking for ways to increase the times that each of us comes into our office. Following…
Read moreMeasles is not a mild disease. Neither is whooping cough, Hib meningitis, or rotavirus. These are diseases that cause parents to make worried middle-of-the-night phone calls to their doctor, race to the emergency department, and spend days nursing a sick and miserable child. And this suffering is completely avoidable with vaccines. As a pediatrician, I…
Read moreAs natural as breastfeeding seems, it takes time for moms and babies to work out a rhythm. Here are five tips to try to remember during your first month postpartum. 1. Be gentle on yourself. You’re a mother now. You deserve a trophy for giving birth to another beautiful human being! I remember one of…
Read moreFor many families this month marks not only the beginning of the school year for academics, but also for returning to school sports. The numbers of children participating in competitive sports has risen dramatically in recent years in children of all ages. And while athletics can help kids learn about sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline –…
Read moreJust like you, it’s that time of year again at the Aronson house – getting everyone ready to go back to school. Of course there are the matters of getting school supplies and school bags ready, but there are a lot of other things we need to think about to get our kids prepped for…
Read moreAs you wearily attempt to roll yourself and your kids out of bed these days, know that the CDC and the AAP are on your side. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging education policymakers to start middle- and high-school classes later in the morning. The idea is to improve the odds…
Read moreMy kids have been desperate for warmer sunnier days so that they can get to the beach and the pool – two of their favorite activities. If ever the weather gets nicer around this town, keep in mind the importance of protecting your child’s skin from the damaging rays of the sun. Sun Safety Both…
Read moreFree + Water fun = Perfection Good thing Chicago and the North Shore is filled with splash parks! We’ve gathered a few for you to try. River Park: Located at the convergence of the Chicago River and canal, River Park offers a rich wildlife habitat, excellent fishing and a canoe launch. There’s a free swimming…
Read moreMove over Bomb Pops, these red, white & blue Patriotic Pops are just as fun and a whole lot healthier. Ingredients: Red Layer: 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries 1/2 cup orange juice 1T honey or maple syrup White Layer: 1 overripe banana 1/4 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup milk Blue Layer: 1/3 cup frozen…
Read moreChicago is unmatched in its playground structures, often with several playgrounds within a few square blocks. Playgrounds have to pass a myriad of safety regulations in the United States, and they are usually quite safe. Inevitably, though, accidents can happen on playgrounds. Following are some tips to ensure a safe summer of playground fun. Ask…
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