Benefits of breastfeeding 
Benefits of breastfeeding
Dr. Andrea Kane, pediatrician with Advocate Medical Group, discusses the benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and mom.
6 things you should know about sports drinks 
6 things you should know about sports drinks
Kids and teens all over the country are quenching their thirst by downing record amounts of sports and energy drinks. But are they good for your child’s health?
Obesity declared a disease by doctors 
Obesity declared a disease by doctors
The American Medical Association voted this week to officially recognize obesity as a disease. So what does this mean?
Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels? 
Autism rates in children linked to pollution levels?
A Harvard study says what pregnant women breathe in and ingest may directly impact their child’s brain development.
How safe are materials used to treat kids’ cavities?  Featured
How safe are materials used to treat kids’ cavities?
First, silver fillings potentially caused health problems. Now, white fillings may create behavioral issues. Should we be worried again?
Pediatric patients play catch at Wrigley Field 
Pediatric patients play catch at Wrigley Field
Fifteen pediatric patients from Advocate Children’s Hospital in Illinois got a chance to spend Father’s Day on the field of dreams.
Are parents the best fitness role models for kids? 
Are parents the best fitness role models for kids?
A new study looks at whether parents’ exercise habits affect their teen’s health.