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Abdominal Pain: Hospital Admission

Abdominal pain (belly pain) can happen for many reasons. Learn what to expect if your child is in the hospital for abdominal pain.

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Well-Baby Visits: 12 Months

Welcome to the 12-month visit! Your baby is now 1 year old. Learn what to expect at this visit.

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Urodynamics

Urodynamics is a series of tests that are done to see how well the urethra and bladder are working. This Helping Hand will teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your child's tests.  

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Nail Changes

Nails are hardened skin cells that protect and support the tissues in our fingers and toes.

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Eye Socket Care

How to keep the eye socket clean after a conformer has been placed in your child's eye socket.

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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Evaluation

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) are a group of lifelong conditions that can happen when a baby is exposed to alcohol before birth. An early diagnosis can help your child get the care they need. Learn what to expect at an evaluation.

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Kidney Shields

Kidney shields are custom made to protect your child’s kidneys during sports and activities. They can be used for healthy kidneys or a new transplanted kidney.

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Orthodontics: Wearing a Retainer

How to care for your retainer.

Anorectal Malformation (ARM) or Imperforate Anus: Female

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss the symptoms and treatment of anorectal malformations (imperforate anus) in females. Different types of ARMs include perineal fistula, vestibular fistula, cloaca and no fistula. Young girls may be at risk for urology problems and gynecology problems.