Whether your child is about to have major surgery, a first-time visit to a pediatric specialist, or a routine check-up, a little preparation can help them feel comfortable.
Our experts have lots of tips and tricks to support kids on their health journeys. Here, we’ve gathered our best tips.
What to Expect at Your Baby’s First Check-Up
New parents face lots of surprises, but their newborn’s first trip to the doctor shouldn’t be one of them. Here’s what to expect.
4 Things Parents Should Know About Ear Tube Surgery
It’s the most common surgery for kids in the U.S., and it lasts less than 15 minutes. From the procedure through recovery, here’s what to know.
How to Prepare a Child With Special Needs for a Doctor’s Visit.
Get ready! You can show your child what will happen using play, explore ways to stay calm, and even practice some steps at home.
Questions for Your Teen to Ask Their Doctor
Does your teen feel confident speaking up at doctor’s appointments? Here’s how to empower them in their health decisions.
How to Prepare Your Child for Surgery
When should you tell your child about their procedure, and how? How can you give them a sense of control? We cover all this, and more.
Explaining Anesthesia to Younger Kids
From how “sleepy medicine” works to what it smells like, here’s how to explain anesthesia in words that young kids understand.
Pack a Go-Bag for Unexpected ED Trips
Gather everything now, so you’ll be ready when it matters. Think: Your child’s important records, comfort items, and (of course) snacks.
Emergency Room, Urgent Care or Video Visit?
It’s stressful enough when your child is sick or injured. It’s more stressful if you’re not sure where to take them. We break it down.
First Heart Ultrasound? What to Expect
If your child has been scheduled for their first heart ultrasound—called an echocardiogram—you probably have questions.
Expecting? 5 Reasons You Might See a Fetal Cardiologist
Did you know heart conditions in children can be detected before birth? Here are five reasons developing babies may need further testing.