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  • Prenatal Test: Amniocentesis for Parents


    In amniocentesis, doctors take a sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds a baby to check for signs of problems such as chromosomal disorders, genetic problems, and neural tube defects

  • Treating Gastroschisis - Gastroschisis Silo (Video) for Parents


    Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines, and sometimes other organs, sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord. A gastroschisis silo allow the intestines to slowly move into the belly.

  • Classroom Exercise Breaks for Elementary Students for Parents


    Elementary school teachers can incorporate physical activity breaks into daily classroom routines to help improve test scores and student behavior. This article is for educators.

  • Apnea of Prematurity for Parents


    Apnea of prematurity (AOP) is a condition in which premature infants stop breathing for more than 15 to 20 seconds during sleep. AOP usually goes away on its own as a baby matures.

  • Medical Care During Pregnancy for Parents


    The sooner in pregnancy good care begins, the better for the health of both moms and their babies. Here's what to expect.

  • What's a Hydrocele? (Video) for Parents


    A hydrocele (HI-dro-seel) is a pouch of fluid around the testicle inside the scrotum. Hydroceles are common in newborns, especially in premature babies. Older boys and men can get them too.

  • What's a Laryngoscopy? (Video) for Parents


    Laryngoscopy is when a doctor uses a special camera to look down the throat to see the voice box (larynx) and vocal cords.

  • What's Type 1 Diabetes? (Video) for Parents


    Watch this video to see what happens inside the body when a person has type 1 diabetes.

  • What's the Gips Procedure? Treating Pilonidal Cysts (Video) for Parents


    A pilonidal cyst is a fluid-filled sac under the skin in the lower back, near the crease of the buttocks.

  • What's a Nasopharyngoscopy? (Video) for Parents


    A nasopharyngoscopy is a quick procedure that uses a special camera to help a doctor look at the back of the throat.