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… brain tumor and epilepsy, Kylah’s crushing it Patient Stories Kylah, 11, has faced major health challenges … for epilepsy. “Kylah is a unique young girl in a number of ways,” noted Dr. Friedman. “Not only does she have an … source — technology he has helped pioneer in children — to get Kylah’s EPC under control. Leaders in pediatric epilepsy …

… for Family Health and Safety Dogs make wonderful additions to any household. They make you laugh, teach children … needs. Whether you already own a dog or are thinking of getting a dog, it is very important to talk to children about dog safety. Remember, all dogs can bite!  Always remind kids to: Pet and hold a dog gently, especially …

… however these items can also be considered dangerous to young children. For small children, furniture may … of stairs for climbing, a place for playing, or simply a way for children to pull themselves up. When multiple drawers are pulled open, furniture becomes unstable. This can cause the furniture to tip over …

… my husband and I would wake up in middle of night trying to comfort our baby. We would make sure he wasn’t hungry, changed his diaper, tried rocking him to sleep, swayed him, swaddled him, and after doing all these things, we weren’t successful in getting him to stop crying. Our last resort would be …

… I was scared and worried. As a concerned parent, I wanted to do everything possible to make his pain and discomfort go away. I gave him plenty of liquids to keep him hydrated. I … for at least the first 6 months. By room sharing, you can get much needed rest and respond to your baby's needs when …

… Seeing through the eyes of a child Patient Stories Ophthalmology Seeing the world through the eyes of a … , an ophthalmologist at Phoenix Children’s. “Kids usually get cataracts because they're born with a genetic mutation … active – and often loud – little boy, but that hasn’t always been the case, according to his parents. Xander was …

… but the language is clearer. For instance, we’ve always known tummy time was important for babies, but this … by 7 weeks of age, babies should have worked their way up to 15 to 30 minutes of supervised tummy time per day. The … are safe for babies.  If you are worried that your baby may get cold, sleep sacks are a safe and great option for babies …

… Blistering temperatures, urban sprawl, and limited access to transportation make the Valley a nightmare for kids and … director of Phoenix Children’s Homeless Youth Outreach program. Thanks to her, kids fending for themselves have … Health Care Heroes is one of Arizona’s most prestigious and competitive awards programs. Now in its 20th year, it …

… Osteogenesis Imperfecta: Theo’s medical journey Patient Stories Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)   Although his … and his family are incredibly open to new opportunities and ways to embrace living. That’s why I say that OI patients … a family’s trust, a child’s trust, we can make progress together.”  Going forward, Theo and his family will continue …