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If you’re reading about fetal surgery, it’s likely not out of curiosity. You are probably here because something was said in a doctor’s office that changed the way you see your pregnancy and now you’re trying to understand what it means and who can help. Today, specialized centers across the United States perform hundreds of in-utero procedures each year, intervening before birth to mitigate or improve life-altering conditions that once offered families little to no hope at all. From medication treatment and minimally invasive fetoscopic surgery to open maternal-fetal surgery and EXIT procedures, the scope of fetal interventions continues to expand — a testament to how far fetal therapy has come, and a luminous promise of everything still on the horizon. Facing fetal surgery can feel overwhelming. This guide walks you through what you need to know about this growing specialty, including what fetal surgery is and who performs it, […]

You did it — your bundle of joy is here! Before you know it, the medical staff is telling you, “It’s time for you to be discharged,” and you’re on your way home. And it’s only your first few days being a parent. This guide will walk through what the first week with your newborn baby may look like and, just as importantly, a few things to keep an eye out for along the way. The first week of infant care is a time of big adjustment — for both you and your baby. Many of the changes you notice are completely normal as your newborn adapts to life outside the womb. But there are also moments when it’s important to pause and check in with your pediatrician. What to Expect in Your Baby’s First Week During the first week of life, babies spend most of their time sleeping, feeding, […]

An estimated 7 million children in the United States have an ADHD diagnosis, according to the latest data collected in 2024 from HRSA’s National Survey of Children’s Health and reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If your child has been referred for an ADHD evaluation — or you’ve wondered whether some of their behaviors might be explained by ADHD — you probably have questions. This guide walks parents through what ADHD is, how it’s diagnosed, what treatment options look like, and how pediatricians, families, and schools can work together to support your child. What is ADHD?    ADHD stands for attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder. ADHD affects how the brain manages attention, impulse control, and activity level. ADHD symptoms usually appear in early childhood (before age 12), though they may be recognized much later, especially in bright or quiet kids who learn to mask their struggles with attention, self-control, […]

Fall 2026 is shaping up to be a tough allergy season. Warmer temperatures and a later first frost are giving ragweed and other weeds a longer window to grow and release pollen, while damp autumn conditions and fallen leaves keep mold spores in the air. With weed pollen arriving right on schedule in August and counts predicted to spike through September and October, parents need to plan ahead to minimize seasonal allergy suffering. By taking action before the pollen hits, your child can enjoy autumn’s colors instead of its allergens. The best way to care for allergies in kids is to track what’s happening outside, get ready for pollen season inside, and see the doctor (if needed) to manage allergies early. Can you get allergies in the fall? Yes. Seasonal allergies — also called “hay fever” — can flare up any time of year, but fall has its own set […]

A Chiari malformation is a condition in which the lower part of the brain — called the cerebellum — extends into the spinal canal, where it doesn’t belong. Chiari (kee-AH-ree) malformations are more common than previously known, affecting approximately 1 in every 1,000 people. Due to advances in MRI technology, they’re being identified more frequently and earlier than ever. Here’s what families should know. What is Chiari malformation?  Chiari malformations are congenital (present at birth) in nearly all cases. The issue typically develops while a fetus is growing but, depending on the Chiari type, a person may not experience symptoms until later in childhood, adulthood, or possibly never. The condition is named for German pathologist Professor Hans Chiari, who described it in the 1890s and established the Chiari Types I through IV classification still used today. One important distinction is that Chiari Type II (Arnold-Chiari malformation) is always associated with […]

The story of childhood vaccines is, at its heart, one of the great triumphs of modern medicine. For the better part of a century, parents have walked through the doors of pediatricians’ offices across the country and emerged with children protected against diseases that once claimed young lives by the thousands. Polio, measles, diphtheria — names that once inspired terror in households — have been pushed to the margins of American life largely because of the commitment clinicians and families have made to following evidence-based immunization schedules. And smallpox has been eradicated from the world. That legacy deserves to be honored and celebrated. In 2026, however, parents and pediatric healthcare providers are navigating a landscape that looks more complicated than it has in generations. Here’s what parents need to know about what’s affecting the landscape, the importance of vaccines, and how to make informed decisions. What’s different about the childhood […]