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… Jaxton’s journey – The first ever MELODY valve in mitral position Blog … we had a diagnosis: Jaxton was born full term with a complete atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) . A complete … almost felt like life was going to be normal. Jaxton was nursing and only on a few medications. A little pale, but he …

… Using visual supports at home Blog What are visual supports? … Visual supports serve as helpful reminder tools. They may include a checklist, sticky note or calendar. Another … so you don’t forget it when you leave. Visual supports are commonly used with adults. I use visual supports every day …

… Help! My child is a picky eater! Blog Eating Habits Nutrition … assured as we’ll discuss some of the reasons why toddlers become picky eaters, some common, but easily correctable … is preparing the meals). It’s always best to prepare one single meal for the entire family. Similarly, bribing …

… A cleft lip and palate can’t hold back Dylan Patient Stories Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate   … Two-year-old Dylan has kept his parents busy, and smiling, since day one. When he was born, he immediately had the … a bottle. With a cleft lip and palate, the lip doesn’t form completely. There’s also a separation in the roof of the …

… A child’s mental health is as important as their physical health Blog Mental Health Suicide Prevention … To that end, Phoenix Children’s is collaborating with our community partners, creating new relationships and expanding … experiences (ACEs) such as abuse, neglect or witnessing violence at home can cause serious, but preventable, …

… Remembering Maddox: The story of a heart warrior Blog Hypoplastic left heart syndrome … to their beloved son at age 5.  It’s been just nine months since his family lost Maddox on May 19, 2022. They grieve … – he was 17 months old when the they learned a heart had become available for him. He received his transplant on Sept. …

… Fighting fair: A guide to better communication Blog Arguments COVID-19 Psychology Sometimes communicating with friends and family can … RULE 2: No name calling or swearing. Instead of focusing on resolving an argument, name calling and swearing …

… for Cancer and Blood Disorders In the heartwarming journey of Karma and Kiana, twin sisters with sickle cell disease, … days of Karma and Kiana’s lives went smoothly, with minimal complications or reasons for concern. However, by the time … a check-up with their pediatrician, Kina received a surprising diagnosis for both of her newborn twins – sickle cell …

… Going with the flow Blog Breastfeeding Fetal Care Neonatology NICU Phoenix Children’s Fetal Care Center World Maternal … Jackie was diagnosed with preeclampsia. This dangerous complication of pregnancy includes symptoms such as high … about gastrointestinal problems because he wasn’t passing meconium, a newborn’s first stool. They had him air …