Summer months are officially upon us, which means it’s time for fun in the pool. Although swimming can be a great form of summer fun and exercise, it’s important to…
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Summertime is here and while it’s the season for outdoor fun in the sun, there are some important tips to remember for the warmer weather. If you plan on being…
Parents of medically fragile children often struggle to obtain the care their child needs. Bringing their children to and from doctor appointments and hospital visits can be very costly not…
Parents of medically challenged children have to cope with numerous challenges. When a child has a severe illness, injury, long-term disability, or special needs, he/she may be hospitalized for an…
The focus of pediatric care has changed in recent years. In 2012, the National Institute of Health highlighted the trend toward family-centered care. This is an approach that recognizes and…
We all want to give our children the perfect holiday experience. With children who receive in-home long-term pediatric care, however, we often need to re-define “perfect”. The fact is there…
The holiday season is a joyful time when loved ones gather together to exchange gifts and celebrates their blessings. The holidays can also be very stressful, particularly for adults with…
There is a lot of work involved caring for a child with medical needs. At some point, many parents realize that they just cannot do it all. Sometimes, family members…
Most experts agree that children with medical needs should be engaged in activities to keep their bodies and minds stimulated while they are receiving in home pediatric care. This helps…
The way pediatric care is delivered is rapidly changing. With new technologies and an increasingly mobile society, long-term pediatric care has emerged as a popular solution for families with medically…
