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• posted: Feb. 05, 2026
• Newborn Care

Swaddling is a simple yet effective way to help newborns feel secure, calm, and comfortable during their first weeks of life. At DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, IL, Dr. Brian Read More

• posted: Nov. 24, 2025
• Newborn Care

The first weeks of a baby’s life are full of rapid changes, new routines, and constant adjustments. At DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, IL, our team understands how important it Read More

• posted: Sep. 25, 2025
• Newborn Care

Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most exciting moments, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. At DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, IL, Dr. Brian Read More

• posted: Jun. 05, 2025
• Newborn Care

At DuMais Pediatrics in Orland Park, IL, Dr. Brian DuMais, Dr. Megan Dwyer, and Dr. Liz Dahlberg are dedicated to guiding families through the early stages of a child’s life Read More

• posted: Mar. 21, 2025
• Newborn Care

Bringing a new baby home is an exciting milestone but raises many questions and uncertainties. The first weeks of life are crucial for your baby’s growth and development, so regular Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2024
• Newborn Care,  Sleep

When you have a newborn, sleeping patterns may be disrupted. Your newborn needs to sleep, and so do you. Your pediatrician can help you get your newborn on a sleep Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2024
• Newborn Care,  Pediatrician

When you think of what you want in the future for your child, it's probably health, happiness, and fulfillment. But right now, in the newborn stage, you're probably solely focused 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: 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. 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: 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