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Constipation: Infant

This Helping Hand™ covers constipation in infants less than one year of age. It is common, but it can be a concern for parents. Signs of constipation include infrequent stools that are difficult to pass and straining more than normal to have a bowel movement. Even if a baby is not constipated, bowel movements may be irregular.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL Tear)

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The ACL is one of four main ligaments in the knee. Surgery to rebuild the ACL is called arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. It usually takes 6 to 9 months of recovery before returning to normal activities.

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Percutaneous Pinning

What to expect if your child is having a percutaneous pinning. 

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The Importance of Tummy Time

As a new parent, you’ve probably heard the term “tummy time” and been told it is an important part of your baby’s development.

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Management and Treatment of Neuromuscular Scoliosis in Spina Bifida

The spine helps keep us upright when we are sitting and walking. When a person who has spina bifida also has scoliosis, or spinal asymmetry, the spine is not straight. It may be because of curvature or twisting of the spine, usually in an "S" or "C" shape. This can progress over time.

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Intestinal Malrotation Surgery

In this Helping Hand™, we discuss malrotation of the intestines, which is when a baby’s intestines do not move or rotate into the right place.

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Mononucleosis (Infectious)

Infectious mononucleosis, also known as “mono” or "the kissing disease," is an illness usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Some cases are caused by a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV). The virus is contagious and spreads when someone comes in contact with an infected person’s saliva.

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Ear Surgery: Care after Tympanoplasty and/or Mastoidectomy

Your child has had an ear operation, either a tympanoplasty or a mastoidectomy. There are a few things you should do for your child at home.

Omphalocele

In normal development before birth, the intestines are formed in a sac around the umbilical cord, and then move into the baby's body. If the intestines stay in the sac (and do not move into the baby’s body) it is called an omphalocele.