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Signs of Autism in Children

April 24, 2023 – Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It typically appears in early childhood, and parents and caregivers may notice signs and symptoms as early as 12 to 18 months of age. Learn the signs of autism for early detection and care.

Arm Care Strategies for the Baseball Player

April 17, 2023 – The Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Sports Health Program has Board Certified Clinical Specialists in Physical Therapy, Specialists Certified in Strength and Conditioning.

How do I use my inhaler? For children

April 12, 2023 – Children with asthma should learn how to use their own inhaler medications independently as they get older, but this should always be done under the supervision of an adult to make sure they are doing it correctly and following their doctor’s orders.

What is Sleep Training for children?

March 29, 2023 – Getting your baby to sleep through the night is one of the biggest challenges a new parent will face. Sleep Training is teaching your baby to fall asleep on their own and stay sleeping through the night. This allows your child to learn many skills that promote healthy habits both during sleep as well as during basic activities of daily living. It is important to remember that sleep training is not for everyone, and is a highly personal choice that depends on every individual family's structure, needs, and preferences as it relates to child-rearing.

Why does my child keep getting strep throat?

March 15, 2023 – Strep throat is a bacterial infection caused by the Streptococcus bacteria. It is highly contagious and can be easily spread through respiratory droplets and by those who are in close contact with others, such as in school or daycare. To prevent strep infections, parents should encourage good hygiene practices and children should be taught to cover their mouth and nose when they cough or sneeze.

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.

EOSEdge at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

September 12, 2022 – The Center for Spinal Disorders, Part of the Orthopedic, Sports Medicine and Spine Institute at Nicklaus Children's offers the EOSEdge, the latest in spine imaging.

Born with a Cleft Series. What is cleft? What caused it? Video 2

August 08, 2022 – If you may have or are expecting a child who has a cleft lip, cleft lip and palate, or cleft palate, you probably have many questions such as: What is a cleft? and what caused it? In this video, the craniofacial team at Nicklaus Children's Hospital answers these two questions. The Craniofacial Center is dedicated to providing complete care for children with cleft lips and palates, treating the whole patient in a multidisciplinary, patient centered approach.

Born with a Cleft Series. What is cleft? What caused it? Video 1

August 08, 2022 – If you may have or are expecting a child who has a cleft lip, cleft lip and palate, or cleft palate, you probably have many questions such as: What is a cleft? and what caused it? In this video, the craniofacial team at Nicklaus Children's Hospital answers these two questions. The Craniofacial Center is dedicated to providing complete care for children with cleft lips and palates, treating the whole patient in a multidisciplinary, patient centered approach.

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.