Ella was born with a large port wine birthmark — they’re generally harmless, but not always. They can be a sign of a serious condition. She has been receiving monthly laser treatments to fade it and halfway through treatment the birthmark is already almost completely gone.
1 in 4 babies born with a congenital heart defect will need surgery or other procedures within the first year of life. Learn more about congenital heart defects: http://bit.ly/36WqBV2 #NCHHeart #HeartMonth
As many as half of all children will have a heart murmur at some point before 18 years of age. Find out what causes this condition and what to expect if your child is diagnosed. #NCHHeart #HeartMonth http://bit.ly/2URAwJj
Join us in honoring #ICCD2020! At 15, Brandon was treated for #leukemia by our pediatric bone marrow team. Now, he’s been cancer-free for 21 years and works as a physician assistant on the team that treated him over two decades ago. #beatingchildhoodcancer @WorldSIOP
Thank you @Humankindvideos for recognizing our little fighters. #ChildhoodCancer
He got a much-deserved standing ovation from his classmates after winning a three-year battle with cancer. ❤️
No matter how prepared you think you are as a parent, few subjects can catch us off guard or tie us into knots more quickly than sex. Dr. Cora Breuner shares advice to help your tweens and teens navigate the hormone-infused awkwardness of puberty. https://n.pr/2ULu5Hz
Shortly after being born, doctors discovered Jiraiya had an intestinal malrotation — his intestines were rotated — and his appendix was on the opposite side of his body. At 4 days old, Dr. Amy Wagner performed surgery to fix his intestines and remove his appendix. Go Jiraiya!
For the 12th year in a row, Mike and Nicole Alstott and @M_A_F_F helped our patients and families celebrate Valentine's Day with a "Stuff-N-Fluff" party. Our patients were able to create and outfit their very own stuffed animal friend! 🐯🐸🐱🦉
Are you 18 or older and were born with a craniofacial condition? Take this survey to tell us about your medical care experiences, so we can help other patients and families: http://bit.ly/2oMeKJj
Have you ever heard of "Container Baby Syndrome"? Find out what it is and how you can help your baby's development. http://bit.ly/2IQvGWs
Such a T-rrific Valentine’s Day! Today’s smiles were because of your care, cards and love. A ❤️felt thank you!
Most new breastfeeding moms don’t know if they are making enough milk. They often want to SEE the milk to know how much the baby is getting. However, you can know your baby is getting enough milk if they are satisfied after nursing, and making wet and dirty diapers.
"Once we started getting smiles we knew he was on the right track." Knox was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Go along w/ us on Stage 2 of his journey as Dr. Galantowicz performs the 2nd of 3 surgeries needed before age 2. #NCHHeart #HeartMonth http://bit.ly/3bxrcAl
Thanks to @TheRealStaley and the @ChicagoBears for delivering cards and gifts to patients at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge. We wish you all a BEARy Happy #ValentinesDay ! 🐻💓 #happyvalentines2020
“YOU’RE CUTE!”
Patients at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge were surprised with cards & gifts from @TheRealStaley & the @ChicagoBears for #ValentinesDay. #happyvalentines2020
At #Cardiology2020? Stop by Booth 23 to chat with members of our team.
In the garden, this patient blossoms. Get a glimpse into the tiny moments that tell the larger story of "All we do. All for kids." >> https://bit.ly/2HpGHw9
Is your child on a gluten-free diet? Try these food options: https://bit.ly/2tZi06V.
Roses are red, violets are blue,
We’re spreading some love, with cheer cards from you.
Watch volunteers deliver #valentines – and smiles on cue!
https://bit.ly/31ts4B4 #HereItsDifferent #HappyValentinesDay
This is Naomi’s first Valentines Day, and her mom wasn’t going to let it slip by without a special outfit to celebrate in the NICU. ♥️ Happy Valentine’s Day!
From discussing a heart-lung transplant to basketball & gymnastics, Gracie has had an incredible journey w/ congenital heart disease. Learn more about her story and the doctors in our Heart Center who helped save her life. Via @usnews http://bit.ly/2Hopm6I #NCHHeart #HeartMonth
Seven minutes. When Hunter's heart suddenly stopped beating, seven minutes were all that stood between him and his life. Read this blog post to learn what happened during those critical minutes and the years of hard work that made it all possible. https://bit.ly/37muLWH
Our cardiac team was feeling the❤️at the Capitol this week! Heart patients, their families and our staff donned their best red and gathered to celebrate an official proclamation declaring Feb. 7-14 Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week in Georgia.
Infants with an older sibling with autism spectrum disorder may be able to join a new study on social brain development led by @fshic, @PBSLab_Webb and @DAChristakis. Learn more about WONDER. https://bit.ly/2UISjST
Happy #ValentinesDay from Julia and all the kids at St. Jude!
As we head into the holiday weekend, here is important information every parent should know: Urgent Care vs Emergency Room - which is right for your child. http://spr.ly/60171ZLUh #urgentcare #emergencyroom
"Never in a million years would I have thought we'd be here. But I don't think anyone ever does." Meet Knox. He was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Go behind the scenes with his family as he undergoes heart surgery. http://bit.ly/2vt8byi #NCHHeart #HeartMonth
Do you know how the #heart works? Learning how an anatomically sound or normal heart works can help families understand the different heart diagnoses children may have. #HeartMonth #NCHHeart http://bit.ly/31BF3AX
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Room sharing (NOT bed sharing) with your baby for the first 6 months can reduce the risk of SIDS by 50%. Follow the ABCs of #SafeSleep - Alone, Back, Crib. Every baby. Every sleep. Watch this video from @CelebrateOne to learn more about safe sleep: http://bit.ly/2Kxck9I
Are you tired of all the fighting? Here are six ways to help your children become friends: http://ow.ly/CqEs50yayYM.
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Overheard in a patient room about #PrescriptionPet Nella:
Five-year-old patient: "My heart is fainting."
Mom: "What do you mean?"
Patient: "My heart is fainting with happiness because she is so cute.”
We couldn't agree more, kid.
Here's how Mac’s doctors, a husband and wife team, helped him get back to the ski slopes after #cancer: https://cbsloc.al/2Selqf2
That smile says it all. Thank you to everyone who showed up at our hospitals to support our patients and families during Lights of Love.
Two years ago, Ivanna saw lights from her hospital room while waiting on a lifesaving transplant. Her family received “the call” later that evening. Tonight her family returned once more to Lights of Love with flashlight in hand—this time on the other side of the hospital window.
