Information for parents about trisomy 13, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delay and affects many different organ systems.
June is Spina Bifida Awareness Month. Learn about the four different types of spina bifida, their causes and how it is diagnosed.
Learn how unrelated donors are found, before your child's blood and marrow transplant.
Find out about fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia (FNAIT), including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
A hernia is a bulge that develops in the body. Learn about common types of hernias found near the belly or the groin.
Tethered cord occurs when the spinal cord gets stuck to the bottom of the spinal column and is stretched. Learn about how tethered cord is treated.
September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.
Nutrition plays an important role in supporting a healthy pregnancy. Find out how to get the right nutrients to support you and your baby.
Learn about several types of lines and catheters inserted into a vein that are used for vascular access on a premature baby or ill newborn.
Teens living with hemophilia can find out what happens during a bleed. Learn about the symptoms of a bleed.
Read about various types of congenital malformations of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Balloon atrial septostomy is a procedure to expand an atrial septal defect and improve oxygenation of the blood. It is often performed for infants with certain types of congenital heart disease (CHD) such as transposition of the great arteries.
An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of this group of disorders that affect movements, balance and posture.
Learn what meconium is and what meconium-related conditions can occur in newborns.
Learn about tetanus, a life-threatening infection. Updated immunizations in children and adults can prevent tetanus.
Learn how your baby's spina bifida is repaired with surgery either before or after they are born. Also learn what happens after surgery and how to take care of your baby at home.
How to effectively make bath time easier for your newborn. Information on giving a newborn baby a sponge bath is provided, as well as safety tips.
Learn about anemia of prematurity, what causes it and how it is treated.
Learn about blood circulation in the body, lungs and heart, before and after birth.
A child with neurofibromatosis type 1 must have consistent medical care. Parents can use this checklist to ensure their child receives all the care they need.
How to effectively give a baby a bath, either in the baby tub or the "big" tub. Considerations for bathtub safety are provided.
Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal seizures.
Meningitis is an infection of the fluid and protective layers of tissue around the brain and spinal column. Read about the causes of meningitis as well as prevention and treatment.
Learn about different types and possible signs and symptoms of heart conditions in children.
Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.
