Suburban Parent
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More children are swallowing dangerous objects than ever before
Jun 16, 2019 10:00 AM - There are many choking hazards in households that parents may not realize are a serious danger to their children. Recent research revealed that the number of children under the age of 6 who ingest foreign objects has more doubled in two decades. Here are some tips to prevent young children from swallowing or choking on items. -
Dads find parental leave easier to get than to take
Jun 16, 2019 6:00 AM - It's easier to tweak parental leave policy than to actually revamp the company culture that shapes the way people think and act.
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Sex, drugs, and self-harm: Where 20 years of child online protection law went wrong
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Having fun is biggest win for children in organized sports
Jun 9, 2019 7:00 AM - Pediatricians recommend finding ways to include all kids in organized sports, and keeping the focus on fun rather than winning -
Gen Z kids are the stars of their parents' social media -- and they have opinions about that
Jun 3, 2019 8:06 AM - Parents offer myriad reasons for wanting to share photos of their kids and parenting experiences on social media: There's a sense of community there, a source of solidarity and support amid the triumphs and pitfalls of parenting. But how much sharing is too much? -
What to know before you dive into swim lessons for your kids
Jun 2, 2019 7:00 AM - You want to make sure your child learns to swim, but deciding when and where to put a child in swim lessons can be confusing. The important thing is to understand what swim lessons can -- and cannot -- do, according to Dr. David Erickson of Amita Health Medical Group Pediatrics in Elk Grove Village. -
How Dr. Seuss' 'Oh, the Places You'll Go' became a graduation-gift cliche
Jun 1, 2019 7:27 AM - Since Theodor Seuss Geisel published it in 1990, "Oh, the Places You'll Go" has attained a unique position in American culture. No other book enjoys such iconic status as a go-to graduation gift. -
Survey: Many teens sleep with their phones, just like their parents
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Born weighing about as much as 'a large apple,' Saybie is the world's smallest surviving baby
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Children need to focus on self-care, too
May 26, 2019 7:00 AM - Children nowadays are busier than ever, often leaving them feeling anxious, stressed and worried. Dr. Lisa Simons, from Lurie Children's Hospital, explains how kids can participate in self-care so they can experience the mental and physical benefits of taking care of themselves.
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