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• posted: Aug. 26, 2024
• Down Syndrome,  Developmental Milestones

Developmental milestones are an important and gratifying part of raising a child. If your child has Down syndrome, developmental milestones will be different, and it’s important to know what to Read More

• posted: Aug. 16, 2024
• Pediatrician,  Down Syndrome Care,  Down Syndrome

If your child has Down syndrome, it’s only natural to be unsure of what your child needs. Your pediatrician can help you and your child navigate the path to wellness. Read More

• posted: Jul. 26, 2024
• Newborn Care

If you are expecting or have just had a little one, Dr. Brian DuMais and Dr. Megan Dwyer at DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, IL, offer newborn care to ensure Read More

• posted: Jul. 14, 2024
• Pediatrician

If you’re searching for a pediatrician in or around Orland Park, IL, Dr. Brian DuMais, Dr. Megan Dwyer, and Dr. Liz Dahlberg at DuMais Pediatrics are dedicated to keeping your Read More

• posted: Jul. 12, 2024
• Vaccinations

Vaccinations, or vaccines, are paramount tools in defending your child's health by averting preventable diseases. These remarkable medical solutions, composed of weakened or inactivated parts of pathogens, train the immune Read More

• posted: Jun. 05, 2024
• Vaccinations,  Childhood Vaccinations

The team of pediatricians Drs. Brian DuMais, Megan Dwyer, and Liz Dahlberg at Dumais Pediatrics are here to answer any questions you have about childhood vaccinations in Orland Park, IL. Read More

• posted: May 28, 2024
• Newborn Care,  Newborn Developmental Milestones

Pediatricians recommend that you bring your newborn in at intervals throughout the first year for well-child visits, to mark developmental milestones, and for sick visits whenever you suspect a possible Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2024
• Newborn Care

You spend months waiting for your child to come into the world and when they’re here, it can feel daunting. It’s important to know that you aren’t alone and that Read More

• posted: Jan. 16, 2024
• Childhood Nutrition

Dietary/Nutrition Guidance Proper diet and nutrition fuel your child’s growth and development. It can be difficult for parents to know what a proper diet is for children. Fast food, snacks, and Read More

• posted: Jan. 14, 2024
• Vaccinations,  Vaccination

Vaccinations for Preventative Care Getting your child vaccinated is one of the easiest, most effective ways to protect your child’s health. Drs. Brian DuMais, Megan Dwyer, and Liz Dahlberg at DuMais Read More

• posted: Jan. 12, 2024
• Newborn Care

Newborn babies are fragile. The immune system of a newborn baby is still developing, so they need to be protected against viruses and bacteria. You want your newborn to thrive, Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2024
• Childhood Illnesses,  Sick Child

Sick Child Diagnosis and Treatment Children become sick frequently because a child’s immune system is not as robust as that of an adult. When your child is exposed to bacteria and Read More

• posted: Sep. 07, 2023
• Regular Wellness Visits,  Wellness Visits

The Importance of Regular Wellness Visits Regular wellness visits are important for everyone, but especially for children. Drs. Brian DuMais, Megan Dwyer, and Liz Dahlberg at DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023
• Newborn Care

If you are a first-time parent, you may be a bit uneasy. Are you doing the right things? Are you doing what is best for your child? These are common Read More

• posted: Mar. 14, 2023

Welcome to Our Blog!  DuMais Pediatrics would like to welcome you to our blog. Here you will find informative and useful postings about child health care and our practice. At DuMais Read More