Integrated Pediatrics

01/28/2026

In the news: The American Academy of Pediatrics released an updated version of their screen time guidance. Some of the highlights:

• An emphasis on the quality of the media kids are engaging with on screens (replacing an emphasis on the amount of time kids spend on screens)
•An emphasis on co-viewing and joint media engagement with adults
• A reminder to caregivers to avoid using screen time to help kids regulate their emotions
• A reminder to caregivers to consider what screen time is replacing (sleep, exercise, socializing with family and friends, etc.), and to make time for those other activities
• A call for children’s media and technology creators to design child-centered technology with children’s well-being in mind
• A call for policymakers to enact systemic changes to take the burden of navigating screens off of individual families

Read the full report here:
https://bit.ly/3Z00bQ0

Graphic via American Academy of Pediatrics.

01/24/2026

Understanding the New AAP Digital Media Guidelines for Screen Time and Social Media

Learn how to implement the American Academy of Pediatrics’ new digital media guidelines with insights from Dr. Jenny Radesky. Discover how child-centered design and socio-ecological systems shape healthier screen use and social media habits for children and teens.

12/05/2025

12/04/2025

12/03/2025

The EI Collective: Attuned and Intentional brings Illinois EI professionals together to share experiences, explore reflective practices, and build connection across the state — applications are open until Dec 5

💬 “Growth happens in community.”

The EI Collective: Attuned and Intentional brings Illinois EI professionals together to share experiences, explore reflective practices, and build connection across the state.

🕒 There’s still time—applications are open until Dec 5!

➡ Learn more https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/87/717698387.html

🗓 Apply by December 5 → https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EICAI-Spring2026

11/24/2025

Holiday meals can be stressful, great article to think about connections and joy during the meal instead of pressure

Gentle feeding strategies to reduce pressure, support sensory needs, and make Thanksgiving mealtimes calmer and more joyful for families.

10/10/2025

A moving documentary that captures the journey of a mother who advocates fiercely for her daughter. It’s a powerful watch both through the lens of an Early Interventionist and through the heart of a parent.

Join AWIS for a virtual screening of The Zebra and The Bear, Oct 6–12—a powerful story of rare disease, resilience, and groundbreaking gene therapy.

09/23/2025

Looking for a supportive caregiving group? Join Care Coordinator Annemarie LeCompte for a virtual group meeting of connection and conversation, on Wednesdays: September 24, October 29, and November 26, from 5:30-6:30pm.

We'll explore various topics and leave plenty of time for open discussion, questions, and support.

Come share, learn, and connect. Contact for updates and meetings links with alecompte@eastersealsdfvr.org.

Join our virtual Caregiver Connections group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/215730265242776/

09/12/2025

A moving documentary that captures the journey of a mother who advocates fiercely for her daughter. It’s a powerful watch both through the lens of an Early Interventionist and through the heart of a parent.

Register to watch a free virtual screening of The Zebra & The Bear, available to stream from October 6–12.

This moving documentary follows a mother’s extraordinary efforts to save her daughter from a fatal, rare disease – including raising millions of dollars to drive the development of a pioneering gene-therapy treatment. It’s a story of hope and advocacy for science research funding.

Register here: https://awis.org/the-zebra-and-the-bear-film-screening/ Zebra and the Bear

07/09/2025

Great opportunity for IL Early Interventionists - applications due July 18th

Applications for the next EI Collective: Attuned and Intentional cohort are still OPEN!

Learn more at https://bit.ly/EICollectiveFall25

Apply by July 18 at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EICAI-FAll2025

07/03/2025

IL providers - great opportunity

Applications for the next EI Collective: Attuned and Intentional cohort are still OPEN!

Learn more at https://bit.ly/EICollectiveFall25

Apply by July 18 at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EICAI-FAll2025

06/17/2025

Great opportunity for IL EI practitioners - apply now

⏰ MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ⏰ Applications for the next EI Collective: Attuned and Intentional cohort open next week! Watch this space for more information on how and when to apply.

The Collective is an IL professional development opportunity that provides a space for IL EIs to practice support through contemplation and critical thinking, offering guidance, fostering team cohesion, and helping mitigate stress and compassion fatigue. The Fall Cohort will begin meeting in Sept. 2025.

In addition to up to 13.5 EI credits, financial support will be provided to those who participate and engage fully in the PD opportunity. Learn more at https://bit.ly/EICollectiveFall25