How to clean your child's skin prior to surgery with CHG soap

March 13, 2023 – This video will provide instructions on the proper method to clean your child's skin prior to surgery using Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) soap. Before your child’s surgery, it is important to prepare the child's skin to prevent infections. Bathing your child before surgery will help reduce the number of germs on their skin. Therefore, less germs on the skin means less chance of an infection after surgery.

What is a Sleep Study? - What to expect when you stay at the Sleep Lab

March 31, 2022 – In this video, we will explain what to expect during your child's stay at the sleep lab. A sleep study is also called a Polysomnography. This is a test used to diagnose sleep disorders. Polysomnography records your brain waves, the oxygen level in your blood, heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movements during the study.

Breastfeeding: Plugged Milk Ducts

July 15, 2021 – If you’ve ever wondered why breastfeeding hurts sometimes. Learn more about plugged milk duct. Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding time for the mothers and the babies. But mothers often find themselves worried because they have doubts and questions about this. At Nicklaus Children Hospital we have developed a series of videos to answer your breastfeeding questions.

Breastfeeding: Why you and your baby may feel frustrated when breastfeeding?

July 15, 2021 – Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding time for the mothers and the babies. But mothers often find themselves worried because they have doubts and questions about this. At Nicklaus Children Hospital we have developed a series of videos to answer your breastfeeding questions.

Breastfeeding: Is breastfeeding painful?

July 15, 2021 – Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding time for mothers and babies. But mothers often find themselves worried because they have doubts and questions about this. At Nicklaus Children Hospital we have developed a series of videos to answer your breastfeeding questions. In general, breastfeeding is not painful, but it can be uncomfortable the first few days. What are some causes of pain and discomfort during breastfeeding? How should your baby latch on to the nipple during breastfeeding? Watch this video to learn more.

Breastfeeding Quick Facts

July 15, 2021 –

Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding time for the mothers and the babies. But mothers often find themselves worried because they have doubts and questions about this. At Nicklaus Children Hospital we have developed a series of videos to answer your breastfeeding questions. If you’ve ever wondered what makes breastfeeding beneficial for mothers and infants, watch this video! This collection of facts will show you the benefits and the incredible aspects of breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding: Why is breastfeeding Important?

July 15, 2021 – Breastfeeding is a wonderful bonding time for the mothers and the babies. But mothers often find themselves worried because they have doubts and questions about this. At Nicklaus Children Hospital we have developed a series of videos to answer your breastfeeding questions. If you’ve ever wondered why breastfeeding is Important. Watch this video.

Dressing Skills for Children (Occupational Therapy)

September 03, 2020 – Ivonne Arias-Doppelhammer, an Occupational Therapist at Nicklaus Children Hospital's Rehabilitation Department, explains how to teach dressing skills to a child, so you can do it at home as recommended in your child's treatment plan.
Each child develops differently at his/her own rate. This video will serve as a guide. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child’s occupational therapist.

Baby Grasping Skills Exercises

September 03, 2020 – The Grasping Skills Exercise is fine motor activities that strengthen your baby’s hands, sharpen their eye-hand as well as bilateral hand coordination skills. Each child develops differently at his/her own rate. This video will serve as a guide. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child’s occupational therapist. Ivonne Arias-Doppelhammer, an Occupational Therapist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Rehabilitation Department, explains the Grasping Skills Exercise. This tutorial video will teach you the proper technique and pacing of this exercise, so you can do it with your child as recommended in your child's treatment plan.

Hamstring Stretch Exercise

September 03, 2020 – Vanessa Strauss, a Physical Therapist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Rehabilitation Department, explains the Hamstring Stretch Exercise. This tutorial video will teach you the proper technique and pacing of this exercise, so you can have your child do it at home as recommended in your child's treatment plan.

Tummy Time Exercise

September 03, 2020 – Tummy time is time your child spends on his/her tummy while awake and supervised. Tummy time is essential to help strengthen baby's head, neck and upper body muscles. Vanessa Strauss, a Physical Therapist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Rehabilitation Department, explains Tummy Time. This tutorial video will teach you the proper technique and pacing of this exercise, so you can have your child do it at home as recommended in your child's treatment plan.

Crab Walk Exercise (Physical Therapy)

September 03, 2020 – The Crab Walk is a full-body strengthening movement that also works on coordination and mobility. Vanessa Strauss, a Physical Therapist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Rehabilitation Department, explains the Crab Walk.

Asthma and Your Child

October 04, 2019 – This video will teach you what asthma is, what symptoms your child will experience during an asthma attack, different asthma triggers, and what medications are used to treat asthma. 

What to expect during an echocardiogram test

September 06, 2019 – The Heart Program at Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides echocardiogram (ECHO) testing for infants, children and young adults. This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of the appointment.

What to expect on the day of your outpatient cardiology appointment

September 06, 2019 – This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of a your appointment with our Outaptient Cardiology Program.

What to expect during an electrocardiogram (EKG) test

September 06, 2019 – The Heart Program at Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides electrocardiogram (EKG) testing for infants, children and young adults. This video provides an overview on what you can expect on the day of the appointment.

Diabetes in children (7 of 9): Diabetes emergency

August 02, 2019 – This is the seventh video of our diabetes series, "Taking charge of our child's diabetes." In this video, you will learn about the two types of diabetic emergencies, severe hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis. The video answers the following questions: What is severe hypoglycemia? How is a low blood glucose emergency treated? What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)? What causes DKA, what are the common signs and symptoms of DKA, What to do during a diabetic emergency? When to call 911 (Emergency)? In this video, we also demonstrate how to use the glucagon injection.

Diabetes in children (4 of 9): How does insulin work?

August 02, 2019 – This is the fourth video of our diabetes series, "Taking charge of our child's diabetes." In this video, you will learn about insulin. The video answers the following questions: What is insulin and how does it work in our body? What is the difference between the different types of insulin? (Rapid Acting, Short Acting, Intermediate, Long Acting). How often does your child need to take insulin? This video also demonstrates how to deliver insulin using the syringe and vial method as well as the Insulin Pen method.

Diabetes in children (2 of 9): What is diabetes?

August 02, 2019 – This is the second video of our diabetes series, "Taking charge of our child's diabetes." In this video, you will learn what diabetes is and the role of glucose and insulin in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The video also answers the following questions: What are the signs and symptoms of diabetes? What causes it? What are the treatments for type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

Diabetes in children (8 of 9): Managing diabetes in school

August 02, 2019 – This is the eighth video of our diabetes series, "Taking charge of our child's diabetes." In this video, you will learn how to manage your child’s diabetes at school, during sick days and when your child exercises. The video answers the following questions: What is a Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP)? What to include in your child’s diabetes kit for school? What are the signs and symptoms that would require immediate attention when the child is sick? This video also provides tips on how to avoid low blood sugar when exercising, as well as a demonstration on how to put together a diabetes kit for school.