A congenital portosystemic shunt (CPSS) is a rare condition that changes how blood flows through a child’s liver. Learn the signs and symptoms, how doctors diagnose and treat CPSS, and why early detection can improve long-term health and development.
Young athletes deal with stress every day. They may feel stress from hard practices, big games, schoolwork and their emotions. Learning how to handle stress is important for doing well in sports and staying healthy.
Screens are a big part of childhood, but books still play an important role in helping kids learn and grow. Discover simple, family-friendly ways to build a love of reading, create healthy screen habits, and encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection every day.
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Learn what Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is, why it happens, common signs in children, and how parents can help with treatment and support during darker winter months. Read More
Women with too much milk may have just as many problems as women who don’t have enough and they might feel just as guilty about their supply, but for different reasons. These women shouldn’t have to suffer in silence. Read More
A groin bulge can be alarming—but inguinal hernias are common in children and highly treatable. Learn what causes them, what parents may notice, why repair is recommended, and the warning signs that mean you should seek emergency care. Read More
Most cervical cancer is caused by the human papilloma virus. This virus enters cells and causes changes that can lead to cancer. HPV is transmitted from person to person through sexual activity and genital contact. Read More
Your care team has recommended a bowel management week, but what exactly is bowel management and what can you expect during that week? Bowel management is a 7-10 day medication manipulation program that helps patients establish better stooling patterns to help them get rid of stool accidents. Read More
Going en pointe takes more than ambition—it requires the right age, strength, technique, and training. Learn the key readiness criteria, why a pointe screening can help prevent injury, and how a properly fitted pointe shoe supports safe, strong dancing all season long. Read More
Horseback riding is exciting—but falls, kicks, and overuse injuries can happen both in and out of the saddle. Learn practical ways to reduce risk with helmets, boots, safety stirrups, and proper supervision, plus common injury patterns in young riders and when ongoing pain should be evaluated. Read More
First published April 2014 Updated March 2026 April is Autism Acceptance Month, and April 2 is World Autism Day. These designations are nearly twenty years old and have received widespread attention, in no small part to the rapidly increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorders over the past Read More
