Because the future of our kids healthcare, education and safety depend on our votes, @saludpediatrics we are helping parents and older teens register and make their voices heard.
#bytheballots #nov3rd
There is plenty of talk about handwashing, distancing, and wearing a mask to prevent contracting or spreading the COVID-19 virus. And all those things are still very, very important.
But there are other things we can do, in addition to those recommendations, to fight the COVID-19 virus. And that is, keep our children's (and us too), body's strong. Here are a few tips:
* Get enough sleep (very important).
* Keep your heart healthy by walking or exercise every day. For example, take the stairs instead of the elevator. But be careful. Avoid physical exhaustion.
* Stay well-hydrated.
* Eat healthy meals.
* And avoid overeating to deal with fears.
Helping teens (in this case, two 18-year olds) register to vote online #pediatrics #vote #yourvotematters #nov3
As some schools are considering bringing back kids to in-person learning (versus e-learning), we thought this was worth a repost. #mask #spediatrics #algonquin #prevention #pediatrics
Reading with children is one of the most influential activities that parents can do; it has a permanent impact on their cognitive development and their learning potential. ⠀
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Daily reading time can, and should, be started around six months of age. Infants do best with simple board books where you point out something on each page. ⠀
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Don't worry if they would rather just chew on the books - they are curiously exploring, and that is learning too! ⠀
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Books with simple flaps that open on each page also are enticing to children of this age. ⠀
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- Kathleen Traylor, M.D.
Reading with children is one of the most influential activities that parents can do; it has a permanent impact on their cognitive development and their learning potential.
Daily reading time can, and should, be started around six months of age. Infants do best with simple board books where you point out something on each page.
Don't worry if they would rather just chew on the books - they are curiously exploring, and that is learning too!
Books with simple flaps that open on each page also are enticing to children of this age.
- Kathleen Traylor, M.D.
From the Salud Pediatric Staff:
We wanted to take a moment to “thank all” of our parents (and our patients) for trusting us during these uncertain times.
You all continue to entrust us with the health of your children. But you also have trusted that we have made significant changes to our workflow so that families, patients, and our staff remain safe.
We are humbled and grateful for the opportunity to partner alongside you to ensure your child fulfills their potential for the collective well-being and future prosperity.
The Salud Pediatrics Staff
Photo Credit: gratisography
** If you haven’t scheduled an appointment already, give us a call ASAP. **
What You Need to Know for the 2020-2021 Flu Season
It’s likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will both be spreading this fall and winter, making it more important than ever that everyone get a flu vaccine!
There is more demand for the flu vaccine this season than in previous seasons. Appointment slots are going fast. If you haven’t scheduled an appointment already, give us a call ASAP (847) 854-9402
With my youngest human cub 😍❤️
Why eye screens are important: Healthy eyes and vision are very important to a child’s development. Growing children constantly use their eyes, both at play and in the classroom.
HEALTH.GOV
Get Your Child's Vision Checked - MyHealthfinder | health.gov
Parenting is pretty easy. Almost everyone is good at parenting. Except when you have children. Then parenting is really hard.
“I know most of them are working remotely as they assist their child,” a child's teacher said. “I couldn’t have asked for a better group of helicopters.”
WWW-NYTIMES-COM.CDN.AMPPROJECT.ORG
The New Helicopter Parents Are on Zoom
We had a lot of fun! Happy Halloween everybody!
The elevator game. Something you can try if your child is anxious about getting into an elevator.
Sports are an excellent way for children to improve their hand-eye coordination. While the eye is typically formed by the time kids are 6 to 9 years old, their brains are still learning how to process visual information. Children are able to gauge speed before they start to predict direction, so activities like baseball, basketball, tennis, and other sports can train this function.
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As a reminder, the CDC recommends annual influenza vaccination for everyone 6 months and older with any licensed, age-appropriate flu vaccine (IIV, RIV4, or LAIV4) with no preference expressed for any one vaccine over another.
For frequently asked questions, click on the article.
Call and make your child's shot appointment. It's important!
CDC.GOV
Upcoming 2020-2021 Influenza Season
Skipping vaccines and checkups can be dangerous. Salud Pediatrics offices are open, and want to hear from you. #CallYourPediatrician #prevention #Pediatrics
Getting your child to sleep is no easy task, for many parents. In fact, some parents refer to it as the multiple "encores" at bedtime. Below is an article that may help with this problem. Alan Greene
DRGREENE.COM
The Bedtime Pass Program
Some resources to help our young ones during these difficult times ♥️
NPR.ORG
Struggling To Discuss Tough Topics With A Kid? Here Are Books That Might Help
Are you looking for answers about the COVID vaccine? For example, what is mRNA? What is this emergency approval process I keep hearing about? Immunize.org has the answers to these questions and more.
IMMUNIZE.ORG
Ask the Experts about COVID-19 - IAC experts answer Q&As
He is done checking it twice!!!
On his way he is! How exciting !!! 🤩🤩🤩
NORADSANTA.ORG
Official NORAD Santa Tracker
Dr. Anthony Fauci tells Elmo and his friends that he traveled to the North Pole and vaccinated Santa Claus himself so that he can safely deliver presents this Christmas.
CNN.COM
Dr. Fauci: I vaccinated Santa Claus myself - CNN Video
How can one resist? Little guy waiting enthusiastically for his pediatrician.
#weloveourjob
#pediatrics
#prevention
#wellnessvisit
This is our Mateo at his 1 year old check up.
And these are few of his first words 😍♥️🥰:
😳 shocked no mask!!??
forgot what an actual smile looks like?! 😀
New CDC guidelines posted 2 weeks ago and restated yesterday 3/23/21....
Fully vaccinated person + Fully vaccinated person = NO MASK required 🤩🤩🤩
🚨We are still taking extra preventative measures and following CDC and IDPH guidelines at Salud to do our part to keep our patients and community safe but wanted to share this update in hopes it encourages others to get their vaccine when it is their time!!!
Hopefully if everyone does their part, we can get back to a new normal and see the smiles of our loved ones with less fear and worry ☺️
Reference: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html
Happy Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Week to our awesome Marciann Sweig Bock and Haras Z Neslo! You give your heart to our kids everyday and we are blessed to have you in our team ♥️
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
March 22 at 3:00 PM ·
Happy Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Week! Thank you, PNPs, for all you do for child health and to advance APRN practice every day!!
There is still a shortage of vaccines and pediatricians have not received any information regarding the possibility of providing the vaccine in our offices to our own patients but we thought it was great news to share!
We are getting closer!
As we obtain more information, we would keep you posted ♥️
PS: the article includes a hotline number to make appointments through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
ABC7CHICAGO.COM
Illinois COVID vaccine: IL to expand vaccination eligibility to residents 16 and over on April 12
From our friends at We Are Pediatricians.
NYTIMES.COM
Navigating My Son’s A.D.H.D. Made Me Realize I Had It, Too
We Are Pediatricians
March 11 at 2:45 PM ·
Many adults with ADHD are undiagnosed until they see their symptoms in their children...
http://ow.ly/QXUe50DS2UI
We Are Pediatricians
March 11 at 2:45 PM ·
Many adults with ADHD are undiagnosed until they see their symptoms in their children...
http://ow.ly/QXUe50DS2UI
🤩officially have a Kindergartner!!!
*Mom and Dad are ahead of the busy summer school check up season that is quickly approaching!
*Important to remember all Kindergartners need a physical with their PCP (form required), a full dental exam (form required) AND an eye exam (form required)
Little Miss asked to take a picture so how can you refuse a cutie like her?! 😍
#Pediatrics
#PrimaryCare
#MaskUp
#Health
#CheckUpSeason
#SchoolForms
#Kindergarten
A beautiful thing. Like the ones that keep us going. Enjoy!
And have a HAPPY FRIDAY!!!
UNILAD Sound
March 8 at 6:00 PM ·
This guy had never met his neighbour until they began to duet through the wall... 🥺🎹
