Conditions We Treat

The Day of Surgery

Read on for helpful information about what to expect before and after your child's surgery.

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The Dying Process

Understanding the physical and mental changes the body goes through as death happens, may help ease some fears and misconceptions about death.

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The Genetics of Cystic Fibrosis

Detailed information on the genetics involved in cystic fibrosis.

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The Growing Child

Detailed information on the growth and development of a child

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The Growing Child- Teenager (13 to 18 Years)

The teen years are a time of growth spurts, puberty changes, and emotional and social development. Here's what you need to know.

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The Growing Child: 1 to 3 Months

A helpful look at common developmental milestones in young babies.

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The Growing Child: 10 to 12 Months

Read on to learn about the common developmental milestones for babies ages 10 to 12 months.

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The Growing Child: 1-Year-Olds

Your child is a toddler now and very active! They can climb stairs while holding on and play with push and pull toys.

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The Growing Child: 2-Year-Olds

Read on to learn details about common physical, speech, and other developmental milestones your child may reach at this age.

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The Growing Child: 3-Year-Olds

Most 3-year-olds have lost the rounded tummy of a toddler. Your child can use a spoon well and can wash and dry their hands.

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The Growing Child: 4 to 6 Months

This age is very social, and babies begin moving in much more purposeful ways.

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The Growing Child: 7 to 9 Months

Read on to learn about common physical, speech, and other developmental milestones to expect when your baby is this age.

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Helping Hands Patient Education Materials

Written and illustrated by medical, nursing and allied health professionals at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Helping Hand instructions are intended as a supplement to verbal instructions provided by a medical professional. The information is periodically reviewed and revised to reflect our current practice. However, Nationwide Children's Hospital is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use or misuse of the information in the Helping Hands.