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      In-hospital hemodialysis

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      Find out what is involved in in-hospital hemodialysis and its benefits.

      Playtime at the hospital

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      Playtime at the hospital can be fun. Learn what to do during playtime with your child of any age.

      Acute myeloid leukemia (AML): In the hospital

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      Learn how to help your child get used to staying in the hospital.

      Sick children in hospital: How to help, what to do

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      Hospitalization may interfere with a child's normal development. Learn ways to help your child cope including play, familiar objects and planning ahead.

      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.

      Preparing to come to the hospital for surgery

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      As a parent/caregiver, you can play an important role in preparing your child to come to the hospital. Learn about your child's surgery, ask questions and find out how you can prepare your child.

      How to help a friend whose child is in hospital

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      Read about some practical help you can provide if you have a friend who has a sick child in the hospital.

      Staying at the hospital: Advice for teens

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      Being in the hospital does not have to mean no fun. Learn tips on how to make the most out of your stay.

      Limb lengthening and reconstruction: Your child's hospital stay

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      Find out what to expect as your child recovers from limb lengthening and reconstruction surgery.

      Playtime at the hospital for preschoolers aged 3 to 5 years

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      This page is about play for preschoolers staying in the hospital.

      What to do in the days before your child's surgery

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      There are certain things that you will need to do to prepare to come to the hospital on the day of your child’s surgery. Review the checklists in this article to help you and your child get ready for surgery. 

      The cancer care team: School teacher

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      While you're in the hospital, your health-care team may include a teacher to help you keep up with school work. Find out what you can expect from your in-hospital school teacher.

      Before the heart transplant

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      It is important to keep your child as healthy as possible before a heart transplant. Learn about what happens while you are waiting for a donor heart to become available.

      What to pack for the hospital

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      When your child is coming to the hospital, there are important items you need to remember. Review this article to make sure you're prepared.

      Preparing for surgery and hospitalization

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      As a parent, you can play an important role in preparing your child for a stay in hospital. Learn about your child's operation, ask questions, and find out how you can prepare your child.

      How to prepare as a caregiver for your child’s surgery

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      Parents/caregivers may experience a lot of emotions when they learn their child needs surgery. Learn strategies to help you prepare yourself before the surgery so that you can better support your child.

      Your stay in hospital after liver transplant surgery

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      Playtime at the hospital for school-age children

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      This page is about play for school-age children staying in the hospital.

      What to expect on the day of surgery

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      Learn what to expect when your child comes to the hospital for surgery. Everyone’s surgical journey is different and may look different depending on the hospital you are at.

      After the heart transplant operation

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      After a heart transplant, your child will need to stay in hospital for at least two to four weeks. Learn about what is involved in your child's recovery.

      Leaving the hospital after scoliosis surgery

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      Find out what needs to happen in order for you to be discharged from the hospital after having scoliosis surgery, including your physical abilities.

      Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): Treatment options

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      Learn how ARFID can be treated in hospital and at home.

      Playtime at the hospital for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years

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      Play gives toddlers an opportunity for learning and social development and it may also help to alleviate stress. Find out about play activities for hospitalized toddlers.

      Care-by-parent before a child is discharged from hospital

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      Learn how "care-by-parent" prepares you to care for a child with complex needs when they are discharged from hospital.

      Activities after a blood and marrow transplant

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      Learn about child-friendly activities in the hospital, after a blood and marrow transplant.

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