A Family Approach to Dry Skin – When the Weather Outside is Frightful!
A common pediatric year-round concern, though especially during the winter season, is how to care for dry skin in children of all ages. Dry air and cold weather, plus indoor heating that is the staple of Chicago winters, removes the moisture from children's skin.
ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ Talks Summer Safety
In this article, we discuss important safety tips for parents to keep their children safe during the summer months. These tips include wearing helmets for biking and skateboarding, supervising children while swimming, applying sunscreen, staying hydrated in hot weather, protecting against insects, and using fireworks safely.
Food for Thought: A Prescription For Obesity Prevention
Dr. Unger discusses alternative ways to prevent obesity in observance of Obesity Awareness Month.
It’s Not Easy Being Green: Recipes for a Healthy Home
A summary of Dr. Scott Goldstein’s Brown Bag Chat about pediatric environmental health.
Family Nutrition Q and A
This post covers some questions and answers about picky eaters!
The Art of Snacking
Providing healthy yet tasty snacks is one of the true arts of parenting.