A hernia is a bulge that develops in the body. Learn about common types of hernias found near the belly or the groin.
Learn about surgery to repair a hernia and how to care for your child after the operation.
Learn about laparoscopic surgery, a technique that uses small cuts to insert a camera and tools into the abdomen or pelvic area to perform a surgical procedure.
Health games and videos for kids.
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A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.
25 minutes; Ages 11 and under
Choose your captain and complete missions in space by learning to recognize emotions and respond to them appropriately.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Read about coping with a diagnosis. While the diagnosis may be upsetting, the good news is that a child's pain is no longer a mystery.
Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.
Learn about medication for children with heart conditions. A doctor will prescribe a drug when it's clear that medication will improve a child's condition.
Learn how congenital heart disease can affect a child’s experience in school.
An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.
Proper diabetes care at home includes sharing responsibility and creating and maintaining a routine. Find out how to do this in a way that works for your family.
In type 2 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin, or it cannot properly use what it produces. Learn how type 2 diabetes is managed.
Learn about the common items in your basement, such as bleach, cleansers and lightbulbs, that may be hazardous to children and what you should do if they are accidentally consumed.
Read about social and emotional development in a baby’s first year of life.
