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      Ostomy: Day-to-day activities for babies from birth to 12 months

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      Learn how an ostomy impacts your baby's day-to-day activities and about considerations for protecting the stoma and ostomy pouch.

      Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD)

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      Cleidocranial dysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. Learn what to expect with a diagnosis of CCD.

      Transitions during hospitalization for intestinal failure

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      Learn tips to help navigate the transitions you and your child will experience during their hospital stay for intestinal failure and when planning to return home from the hospital.

      Infantile osteopetrosis

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      Information for parents about infantile osteopetrosis, a rare genetic condition that may cause fractures, short stature (height), recurrent infections, hearing loss and vision problems.

      Genome-wide sequencing: Whole exome sequencing and whole genome sequencing

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      Genome-wide sequencing refers to two genetic tests, whole exome sequencing and whole genome sequencing, that allow health-care providers to look broadly at your child’s DNA.

      Genetics of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)

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      Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) occurs because of a mutation to the NF1 gene. About half of cases are spontaneous mutations, while the other half are inherited from a parent to a child.

      Medical care for your child with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1)

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      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.

      Genetic testing: Microarray

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      A microarray is a genetic test that can detect small missing or extra pieces of chromosomes. It can help identify the underlying cause of your child’s medical condition.

      G/GJ tubes: Making the decision to get a feeding tube

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      Discover information to help you decide if a feeding tube is the right choice for your child and your family.

      G/GJ tubes: How to use a feeding extension set for a low-profile balloon G tube

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      A low-profile feeding tube requires a feeding extension set to administer feeds and medications through the tube. Learn how to connect and remove the extension from your child’s feeding tube.

      Biliary atresia in infants

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      Learn about biliary atresia, a liver disease in babies, and the new screening program that is used to help identify babies with biliary atresia earlier.

      G/GJ tubes: How to change the balloon G tube and check tube placement

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      Some feeding tubes have a balloon that sits inside the stomach to keep the tube securely in place. Learn how to change a balloon G tube and how to confirm it is in the correct place.

      G/GJ tubes: Checking the balloon on a feeding tube

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      Learn how to check the volume of water in the balloon of a feeding tube as well as adjust the fit of the balloon tube.

      Equipment and supplies for feeding tube care

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      Find out which feeding supplies you will need to buy for your child, where you can buy them and what kind of funding is available for buying feeding tube supplies.

      Ostomy: Day-to-day activities for adolescents (ages 12+ years)

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      Learn how an ostomy impacts your teen's day-to-day activities and about the considerations for protecting their stoma and ostomy pouch.

      Ostomy care instructions

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      Your child’s ostomy pouch will need to be emptied and changed regularly to prevent leaks and protect the skin around their stoma. Find instructions for how to care for, empty and change your child’s ostomy pouch.

      Nasogastric (NG) Tube: How to insert your child's NG tube

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      A guide on how to insert your child's nasogastric tube.

      Liver and spleen injuries: What to do after going home from the hospital

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      Following liver or spleen injury, your child must be very careful to not re-injure themselves. Read about activities to avoid after liver or spleen injury and when to re-visit your child’s health-care provider.

      Ostomy

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      An ostomy is an opening to collect urine or stool outside the body. Learn about different types of ostomies and what they look like.

      Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems

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      Learn how to treat common problems with your child's nasogastric (NG) tube feeding.

      What to expect at a genetics appointment

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      Discover why you or your child may have been referred for a genetics appointment and what to expect when you see a geneticist and/or a genetic counsellor.

      Pharmacogenetics: Frequently asked questions

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      Learn the answers to frequently asked questions about pharmacogenetics.

      Celiac disease: Five tips for gluten-free online grocery shopping

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      Online grocery shopping can be convenient and offer a broader selection of gluten-free options than shopping in person. Use these tips to help you and your family navigate online grocery shopping for a gluten-free diet.

      Blood and marrow transplant (BMT) resources and links

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      Parents can find helpful resources on blood and marrow transplants.

      Immunization "catch-up" for children who have not been fully immunized

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      An overview of immunization for children who have not been fully immunized according to the standard schedule.

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