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Exploring the Different Components of a Comprehensive Pediatric Exam
Every parent wants the best for their child, and a key aspect of ensuring their well-being involves regular visits to the pediatrician. Yet, while many parents attend these appointments dutifully, some might not fully understand the purpose or scope of a comprehensive pediatric exam. This guide explores the different components evaluated during an annual pediatric…
Does Your Child Suffer from Technology-Induced Anxiety?
What causes it, and how to fix it. A few months back, I spent the afternoon at the park with a dear friend and his nine-year-old twin boys. While Brad and I savored a day away from our computers and phones, his boys became more anxious as the afternoon progressed, punctuating our walk with choruses of…
The Modern Mom’s Guide to Party Small Talk
Once upon a time you were fascinated by politics, intra-office warfare, tummy control slips, and how to dump a frenemy…
Chicago Teachers’ Strike: A Plea to Agree
Thursday was Day 4 of the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) strike. Two of my kids started in the public school system here in Chicago last Tuesday.
Choosing the Right Birth Facility
As an expectant mother, you probably daydream about the moment you will actually meet your baby for the first time. What he or she will look like? How will it feel to hold that tiny miracle in your arms for the first time?