Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE): What You Need to Know
Your baby had a brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE) and has now recovered. Learn more about a BRUE, including what it is and what to do if it happens again.
Mass General for Children News
With more than 300 physicians, 50 medical specialties, 15 surgical services, and compassionate preventive and primary care, we are an invaluable resource for the health-care needs of infants, children and adolescents.
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Head Shape Differences in Infants: What You Need to Know
During the first couple years of life, some babies may develop plagiocephaly or brachycephaly. These conditions affect the shape of a baby’s head. Learn about plagiocephaly and brachycephaly in babies who have Down syndrome, tips on how to prevent each condition and the safest position for your baby to sleep in even if they have either of these conditions.
Blum Center Program: MGfC Parenting Series – Raising Healthy Hearts – Tips for Caregivers to Maximize a Child’s Heart Health for a Lifetime
We all want our children to be healthy for a lifetime. Dr. Lorraine M. Schratz of Mass General for Children shares the essentials to helping children and their families on their way to a heart-healthy lifestyle.
Tips for Caregivers to Maximize a Child’s Heart Health for a Lifetime
We all want our children to be healthy for a lifetime. Starting positive habits early makes a big difference. In this presentation from February 9, 2023, Lorraine M. Schratz, MD, an attending physician in Pediatric Cardiology at Mass General for Children, will share the essentials to helping children and their families on their way to a heart-healthy lifestyle, including a discussion of how to talk to children about these topics in an encouraging fashion. This program is part of the MGfC Family-Centered Care Series. A collaboration between the Maxwell & Eleanor Blum Patient and Family Learning Center and Mass General for Children.
Research Spotlight: Understanding More About the Genetic Drivers of Airway Defects in Job Syndrome
Patients with Job Syndrome often suffer chronic lung infections and pneumonia.
2023 Top Doctors at Mass General for Children
Boston Magazine has named 83 physicians and surgeons affiliated Mass General for Children to its annual Top Doctors report. This award recognizes their commitment to providing outstanding, personalized care for infants, children and adolescents throughout the community.
Blum Center Program: MGfC Parenting Series – Adapt and Overcome – Tips to Build Resiliency in Children
Resiliency is an important skill for overall wellbeing. Aude Henin, PhD, shares tips to help your child and family cope with challenges and stressors as the world readjusts after a global pandemic.
Kid-Friendly Smoothie Recipes
Learn smoothies that your kids with enjoy with lots flavor, fun and creativity!
How to Make a Smoothie
Smoothies are a delicious, healthy way to add more fruits and vegetables to your day. Learn how to make a smoothie that is nutritionally balanced and customized to your taste. All you need is a blender and some measuring cups/spoons. If you need help using a blender or cutting up fruits and vegetables, ask an adult you trust. To make your smoothie, follow these steps
Virus sincitial respiratorio (VSR): lo que necesita saber
El virus sincitial respiratorio (VSR) es una enfermedad muy común que afecta las vías respiratorias en bebés y niños. En este folleto, aprenderá sobre el VSR, incluyendo qué es y los síntomas que se observan con mayor frecuencia en bebés y niños. También aprenderá cómo los médicos diagnostican y tratan el VSR, las posibles complicaciones del VSR y cuándo llamar al médico.
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