LakeForestPediatrics

Health for kids. Help for parents.
Lake Forest Pediatric Associates is a family-focused pediatric practice with three convenient offices in the Chicago area.

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Have you scheduled your child's annual checkup? https://t.co/qeN3tF9Aem

You can keep your child feeling their best by scheduling their appointment today! Reach out to our team via our Patient Portal or by calling us at 847-295-1220.

#checkup #pediatrics

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Are you decorating your baby's nursery? Include a bookshelf with favorite children's books. 📚

Just like the well-defined motor, sitting and walking milestones we all know, there are also important milestones of early literacy.
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#literacy #BabyNursery

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Make plans for Labor Day weekend! Fun, local things to do with kids: https://t.co/DAanNzP4MQ.

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 with an on-call physician available that day. All offices will be open on Tuesday, September 3.

#FamilyFun #LaborDay2024

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Expectant Moms and Dads, congratulations! Over the years, we've cared for so many new babies. We would love to care for your little one too! To get an idea of what to expect, click here: https://t.co/ciYvVpZ5H3. 847-295-1220 , ext. 5380.

#NewParents #expecting

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"What should I say when...?" 🤔 Parents sometimes struggle with what to say to their teens. It's actually less about what you say to your teen and more about how you listen. Tips from @HealthyChildren: https://t.co/r89KGmbNwx.

#parenting #ActiveListening

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Foot health is important since it impacts children's activity level, impacting play and social development. Not only that but their posture, alignment, and mobility are affected by their foot health. Tips for choosing shoes: https://t.co/RCms6S1mi8

#FootHealthTips #BackToSchool

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Regular vision screening as part of your child's pediatric checkups can help to identify problems, and healthy vision can develop when problems are treated early. Learn about childhood eye conditions:https://t.co/S7lFN1CswP.

#ChildrensEyeHealthandSafetyMonth #VisionScreening

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Three in one! The MMR vaccine helps protect against measles, mumps, and rubella and is given in two doses.

Our practice follows the immunization guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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#vaccines #NationalImmunizationAwarenessMonth

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Selecting a car seat for your infant or young child is an important decision, but choosing from all the models out there can be very confusing. Get help in selecting the right seat for your child from @healthychildren: https://t.co/biMr6nMt4k

#CarSeats #children

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National Book Lovers Day is a good day to pick up a book at your local public library or book store.

"50 Books All Kids Should Read Before They're 12" from @CommonSense: https://t.co/Q4HBYbyIkS.

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With many children returning to school in the coming weeks, establishing a family routine can help ensure a successful start. Review your family's schedule now to establish routines that are consistent and predictable. https://t.co/vwkfMVFQig.

#BackToSchool #children

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The largest children's museum in the U.S. is in nearby Indianapolis, IN. Founded in 1925, @childrensmuseum offers exhibits, shows, and special programs for children of all ages. https://t.co/t6m9TTn69z Parking is FREE.

#ChildrensMuseum #FamilyActivities

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Our Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants, Dr. Katie Hidaka, MD, IBCLC and Melissa Hilb, CPNP, IBCLC, offer private lactation consultations to expectant and new mothers. 847-295-1220 or reach out via the Patient Portal

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek #LactationConsultant

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Our kids are watching us! It's important for parents to model healthy digital habits, including distracted-free driving, practicing being present and available to them, and being kind and safe online. Read about it here:
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#RoleModel #parenting #children

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Happy Parents' Day! Parenting is a journey with surprises along the way. It can be helpful to receive guidance & answers to questions from reliable, authoritative resources, like @HealthyChildren, from the @Ameracadpeds. https://t.co/5RZHUr5wiT.

#parenting #ParentsDay

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Expecting a child? Congratulations from Lake Forest Pediatrics! We would be honored to be your choice for pediatric care for your baby. View recorded segments from our providers to learn what to expect at our pediatric practice: https://t.co/ZVkC3XS4g7.

#pediatrics #expecting

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Haemophilus influenzae type b can cause infections, usually affecting children under 5 years of age. It can also cause pneumonia, throat swelling, infections of the blood, joints, bones and covering of the heart, and even death. https://t.co/3clMpACWQD.

#vaccine #pediatrics

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Is your child ready for toilet training? It's a learning process, and they'll get the hang of it at their own pace. This is a big step for children, so being supportive and positive will go a long way toward their success. https://t.co/Wzjklr59Ow.

#toddlers #ChildDevelopment

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Are you keeping cool? Protect your family in extreme heat by keeping cool, hydrated, and informed. Tips for staying safe from @CDC: https://t.co/cIuDJEwkHv.

Call us at 847-295-1220 or reach out via our Patient Portal with questions.

#SafetyTips #heatillnessprevention

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Yes, it's time to make your child's back-to-school or annual check-up appointment. You can let us know your preferred appointment time, date, and office. Reach out via our Patient Portal or call us at 847-295-1220. https://t.co/5qNRY32yLv.

#pediatrics #BackToSchool #AnnualExam