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Army of Support Stands With ‘Princess Warrior’
Playing with her Barbies, some sporting bold home haircuts, 9-year-old Priya Janae Smith of Burnsville, MN, mentions matter-of-factly that she has nearly died multiple times while hospitalized. She also makes clear that breathing through a tracheosto
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Family Fights as One for Twins’ ‘Best Possible Chance’
Moms sleep lightly, and with four kids under 10, Kate Erickson hardly remembers deep rest. But the sound that makes it possible for Kate and her husband, Rob, to close their eyes at night is the steady hum and hiss of the ventilator keeping their dau
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10 Tips for Parents of Kids With Cancer
Learning your child has a chronic illness is a feeling you cannot prepare for. The new and unfamiliar stresses can cause intense feelings of love, sadness, grief, panic, and guilt. All those feelings are completely normal and valid. However, there ar
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Over many years, we’ve found that people who have used CaringBridge are often willing to share their experiences with the hope of helping others. And while the very thought of losing a child makes the mind shut down and the soul weep, some parents wh
As she watched her mom go through radiation treatment for breast cancer in 2019, high school senior and aspiring medical professional Giovanna Quevedo of Long Beach, CA, got to thinking how scary the procedure—and cancer itself—must seem to kids youn
No parent ever wants to imagine raising a child with a serious illness. You and your family may be experiencing anxiety, dread, hope, and even guilt. We’ve assembled a list of 18 of the best books for families with children who are sick and even a fe
To parent or care for a sick child is all-consuming—and to be a parent or caregiver of more than one child during this difficult time can seem impossible. But as a parent or caregiver, you know it isn’t. Your love for all of your children is what bri
Preparing for your child’s first or next medical procedure, whether it’s a blood draw, x-ray or surgery, can feel overwhelming and scary. Not only are you worried about your child’s health, but you’re also likely concerned about how they may react to
If a child has heart disease, it may be difficult to know the best ways to talk to them or tell them about it. We offer a few gentle tips to help you navigate this scary situation that will hopefully make it easier for both you, and your child. Choo
Curious young minds certainly like to be kept busy, which can be tough if you’re in a hospital setting. As a parent, you’re likely thinking about how to combat boredom and make the hospital a little more like playtime (all while letting your child r
Reina Haug is taking it all in. Happy and playful, there is also a calm awareness about the toddler. Just starting to grasp language at 17 months, you look forward to hearing what she will have to say. It’s too soon for sentences or for Reina to tack
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