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Child Health

With pregnancy comes a host of health considerations—not only for a developing fetus, but for the mother, partner, and other family members. Use this section to help you understand how to take care of yourself and those who depend on you.

Chronic Disease

Chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and food allergy affect many children, but they can be managed successfully with routine medical care.

Allergies & Asthma

Pollen, pol­lutants, and dust affect children in different ways. Get the facts about allergies and asthma.
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Healthy Weight

Find out how you can help your child avoid weight gain or reduce weight while allowing normal growth and development.
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Chronic Conditions

Ten to twenty million children in the US have a chronic illness or disability. Learn the signs and symptoms—and what to do about them.
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Mental Health & Trauma

Your child’s mental health is an important part of their well-being. Know how to recognize and respond to signs of common mental health problems.
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Partnering With Your Child’s Doctor

Establishing a trusting and caring relationship with your doctor is key to your child’s health. Get tips for selecting a doctor and sample questions to ask at your next visit.
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Nutrition

Proper nutrition can help prevent chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. Check out these resources to ensure you and your child have access to healthy food.

WIC

The Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) program provides food assistance for women and children who meet certain qualifications.
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CPS Nutrition

Chicago Public Schools offers free, nutritionally balanced breakfast, lunch, and snacks to all students.
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Nutrition for Children

What do Nutrition Facts labels mean for your kids? This quick read will help you understand the basics.
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Positive Parenting & Early Education

Parenting can be hard. Here are some tips and resources for parents to learn how to understand your child’s development and how to support their mental health and wellness.

CPS Office of Early Childhood Education

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) provides early learning programs for children from birth to second grade.
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Chicago Early Learning Program

The City of Chicago offers more than 600 early learning programs for safe in-person and remote early learning for children aged 0 to 5.

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Tips for Dads

A father’s involvement can have a profound effect on a child’s development. Get ideas and tips for playing a positive role in your child’s life.
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Positive Parenting for Any Age

Every stage of your child’s development presents unique challenges and opportunities for healthy growth.
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Benefits of Reading 
to Your Child

Research shows that reading to your child at any age can be beneficial for their development.
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Library Resources for Kids

Chicago Public Libraries (CPL) provides free classes, learning events, reading lists, and other resources for children.
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Children’s Oral Health

Healthy teeth and gums are important for a child’s long-term wellness as well as their social and academic success. Our guide will help you understand how to plan dentist visits, how to prevent tooth decay, and where to find resources for your child’s oral health.
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Vaccines

Vaccines are safe and protect your child from preventable diseases that can lead to hospitalization and death.

Vaccines for Your Children

See CDC guidance for which vaccines your children should get at each stage of their development.
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Walk-in Immunization Clinics

CDPH walk-in clinics provide vaccinations for children 0 to 18 years of age at no out-of-pocket cost.
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Find Care Near You

Locate your nearest clinic providing vaccinations or find a pediatrician in your neighborhood.
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Lead & A Healthy Home

Lead poisoning can put children at risk for lower IQ and difficulty paying attention. Find out what you can do to protect your kids.

Learn About Lead Poisoning

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Lead Poisoning Prevention Program links families with information and services to help reduce your exposure.
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Learn About Prevention

The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) helps Chicago families like yours detect and address exposures to lead hazards.
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Get Help with Lead Testing

Use our resource finder to search for local public services, including lead-testing assistance.
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