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Better Together select For Shelby, treatment in CHKD’s inpatient rehabilitation unit is nothing new. So when she returned to the unit following surgery this summer, she quickly settled into a familiar room – the exact same room she stayed in almost a...
State of the Heart select A child's heart is a small, muscular workhorse about the size of the little one's fist, most of us expect to work perfectly until old age. But eight out of every 1,000 babies are born with heart defects. The defects can range...
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Operation Friends select At quick glance, these two new friends appear to be enjoying a typical afternoon play date -- creating squishy sculptures with pink Play Doh, doodling with magic markers and exchanging shy smiles and giggles. A closer look,...
Puppy Love select Luke Orlando arrived at CHKD using a wheelchair. The 9-year-old was diagnosed with a rare condition that caused unbearable pain in his feet – even the slightest touch to his skin was excruciating. He was admitted to CHKD’s inpatient...
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A Child's First Dental Visit Fact Sheet When should your child first see a dentist? You can take your child at a younger age, but experts recommend taking your child within 6 months of the first tooth coming in (erupting), or by about 12 months at the...
A Safety Checklist for Parents You can help keep your children safe by following these precautions and using common sense. General steps Safety tips include: Teach your children to wash their hands often throughout the day, particularly after using the...
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# Girl Dad: Fostering Strength in Our Daughters 2021-09-14 off 4294976187 The girl dad hashtag became popular on social media in early 2020. Many fathers participated in this movement as a tribute after the passing of former NBA player, Kobe Bryant and his...
1,000 Hours Outside: A Challenge to Benefit Children 2022-02-01 off 4294980796 I love a new year! It is a time to reflect, refresh, and consider what adjustments I can make personally and within my family. This year, we are embarking on 1,000 hours...
