Learn about aortic stenosis in childhood. With this illness, the aortic valve is unable to open completely, which constricts or squeezes blood flow.
Valve dilation uses heart catheterization to open a narrowed valve in the heart. Read about valve dilation, possible complications and recovery.
Holes in the heart or blood vessels can sometimes be closed with a small device that is put in using heart catheterization. Learn about this procedure.
Read about the procedure to close an atrial or ventricular septal defect with open-heart surgery.
Learn about helping those with congenital heart disease have a healthy body image. Read about issues that may arise, such as embarrassment over scars.
Balloon angioplasty, also known as balloon dilation, is used to expand narrowed blood vessels. Read more about angioplasty.
The Blalock-Thomas-Taussig (BTT) shunt helps babies with certain heart defects get enough oxygen until they can have surgery to fix the defect.
Learn about aortic atresia. With this condition, there is no opening from the left ventricle into the aorta.
The Glenn procedure is done when not enough blood is getting to the lungs. Learn about this procedure and the risks associated with it.
Learn about bicuspid aortic valve; a defect of the valve between the left pumping chamber of the heart and the main artery that delivers blood to the body.
Children need extra care and attention after heart surgery. Read about care after heart surgery including diet, pain management and school.
A pacemaker is a small device that uses electrical impulses to control the speed and rhythm of your child's heartbeat. Learn how to care for your child with a pacemaker.
Information on cold sores (herpes simplex): what they are, common signs and symptoms, causes, complications and how to treat.
Café-au-lait macules are flat marks on the skin. Find out how CALMs are diagnosed, how they affect the body and how they are treated.
Diaper rash is a common skin irritation that affects babies and toddlers. Learn how to treat it and the best way to prevent it.
An overview of the signs, symptoms, treatments and medical options for canker sores.
Read about some of the things you can do if your child has a tooth injury.
Most children with Williams syndrome have a heart or blood vessel problem.
Learn what to expect when your child makes the switch to adult care, and how to prepare them for taking charge of their own care.
Read about what allergies are, types of allergens, the signs and symptoms of allergies and how to respond to an allergic reaction.
Find out how to help your child manage an egg allergy.
Everyone has the right to receive care and services in a safe, welcoming environment. Learn more about your child’s rights to safe spaces.
Find out how to help your child manage a fish allergy.
Learn about the different types of allergic reactions that infants and children may experience to proteins found in cow's milk.
No matter how others identify, it is important to respect the words people use to describe themselves. Learn tips about how to be more gender-inclusive and use gender-neutral language.
