Discover the main features and causes of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which affects one in 20 children.
Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.
Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.
Read about how the development of a child's intellect may be affected by a congenital heart condition.
Read about poor weight gain, which is when a child does not grow or gain weight as expected. Learn about the causes and management of poor weight gain in infants and young children.
Information about cartilage-hair hypoplasia, a genetic condition that may cause short stature (height), shorter arms and legs than expected, fine, sparse hair and problems with blood and the immune system.
Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.
Information about campomelic dysplasia, a genetic condition that affects the development of the skeleton and reproductive system.
Cleidocranial dysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. Learn what to expect with a diagnosis of CCD.
Read about expected growth and weight gain in the first year of a baby's life. Growth charts and information about head circumference are also provided.
Information for parents about hereditary multiple osteochondromas (previously called hereditary multiple exostoses), a genetic condition that causes growths (bumps) on the bones.
An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of growth problems in children.
September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.
In-depth information concerning the issues that may arise for your child if he gains too much weight as a side effect of his brain tumour treatment.
An overview of the factors that can affect weight gain in children with brain tumours, and tips for maintaining a healthy weight.
Read about various anti-epileptic drug therapies available for your child.
Learn about different types and possible signs and symptoms of heart conditions in children.
Learn about factors that influence your child's response to therapy if their leukemia has relapsed.
Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.
Information for parents about trisomy 18, a rare genetic condition that causes developmental delay and affects many different organ systems.
Learn about congenital heart disease in children. Congenital heart disease happens when parts of the heart do not form properly.
Learn safety tips for keeping your family safe in crowded places, including how to plan ahead, what to do if your family gets separated and preventing common injuries.
Down syndrome is a genetic condition present at birth. Learn about the symptoms, complications and outlook for children with Down syndrome.
Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.
Learn about atrioventricular septal defects (AVSD) in children. This condition involves the lung overfilling with blood.
