Kids' Health
Navigating School as a Teen With Cancer: A Survivor's Story
“It was especially difficult being the only “sick” kid in a school full of normal healthy kids. I stuck out like a sore thumb. There was no hiding myself away from being the kid with cancer, so I had to learn how to accept that identity and make it my own.”
Sensory Processing Disorder Doesn't Have a Diagnosis Code
Sensory processing disorder is not a recognizable, stand-alone medical condition. This creates a multitude of problems, from lack of appropriate treatment to loss of insurance coverage and sometimes to loss of protections in school under IDEA.
My Child Is Not an Animal—He Has Autism
We hear your whispers; we see you stare and roll your eyes. We get it, no one could ever be as perfect as you. You have never dealt with a meltdown, but we have. Sometimes we are just helpless.
What It's Really Like to Live With Cancer as a Child
Every day, 43 kids hear those dreaded few words, spoken usually to their parents: "Your child has cancer." On July 16th, 2015, I was one of those children.
Helmet Therapy for Babies: My Son's Story
Wearing a helmet can correct a flat head if it's started early. My son's experience was marked by frustrations with doctors and insurance, but overall, we are glad we pursued this therapy.
How To Tell If Your Child's Nose Is Broken
Do you think your child has a broken nose? Learn what signs to look for, when to go to the doc and what you can do at home.
Selective Mutism in Children: Why My Child Won't Speak at School
My daughter did not speak at school for three years. Find out exactly what selective mutism is and how it can be related to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Personal story and tips included.
24-Hour pH/Impedance Probe Test in Children: What to Expect
Know what to expect when a 24-hour pH/impedance probe monitoring study is ordered for your child to verify the presence of acid reflux and to determine the severity of any GERD that is present.
Children and CPAP: Adjusting to Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
CPAP use is not common in children, and it can be hard to find practical advice for helping children adjust to this therapy. A basic guide for starting CPAP therapy in children with sleep apnea.
Laryngomalacia in Infants and Children
Laryngomalacia is a fairly common problem in infants and can sometimes cause serious problems. Read about our journey with complicated laryngomalacia and about the causes and treatments for this disorder.
Pediatric Sleep Study: Our Son's Experience
What to expect when your child has a sleep study. This is our personal experience with pediatric sleep apnea.
The Baby Incubator: The Innovation That Saved My Daughter's Life
Also called an isolette, an incubator is basically a clear plastic box. For a premature baby, this box is the next best thing to being inside its mothers belly.
Acid Reflux in Children: Our Son's Experience
Acid reflux can present with a dizzying array of strange symptoms in small children. A personal account of one child's struggle to grow because of severe gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).
The Best Books for Kids With Hearing Loss
A list of the best picture books and chapter books for children with hearing loss. These books are about children with hearing aids, cochlear implants, and deafness in today's society.
The Best Hearing Aid Accessories for Kids: Pediatric Clips and More
Your child wears hearing aids, or is going to get hearing aids soon. Which accessories will help keep those precious listening devices safe and comfortable for little ones?