Visitor restrictions are in place across all Children’s Wisconsin locations. Masks are required for all visitors and for patients ages 2+.
Little Grace is a walking, talking miracle who is moving mountains.
Checking in with a few of our frontline staff who have received the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
If you’ve decided your child is mature enough to handle a sleepover — and age often isn’t the biggest factor in this decision — there is plenty you can do to prepare to make sure it’s a pleasant experience for everyone involved.
If your child is worried about being away from you for the night, make sure you let the hosting parents know ahead of time, so you can work together toward solutions. Also, you can try these tips:
If you’re the ones doing the hosting, the priorities shift a bit. Still be sure to talk with the other parents and listen to any concerns they have, or special needs or considerations involving the children. But generally speaking, your focus should be on fun and safety, both physical and emotional.
As fun as it is for kids to spend time together, overnight stays present plenty of chances for conflict to arise. The combination of later bedtimes, possible treats like sugary food or drinks, and developing emotions can be volatile. Here are some ways to minimize any potential drama:
In the end, it’s certainly not the worst thing in the world if you get that phone call in the middle of the night from your child asking to come home. Someday it’ll be all you can do to keep them in the house, so just make sure to enjoy the ride.
When a patient comes to the Genetics Clinic, the first person they’ll meet with is a genetic counselor. But what do they do?
What parents should look for when choosing a pediatrician.
The rites of parenthood include watching your children grow, delighting in their every accomplishment and…overruling their protests when it comes to taking a bath.
As the holidays fast approach, now is the time to talk to your kids about how celebrations will be different this year.
With so many schools going virtual, the amount of time kids spend in front of a screen hooked up to headphones is increasing.
No matter the holiday, celebrations will look different this year, but that doesn’t mean they can’t still be joyful and filled with love.
New studies point to higher COVID-19 risks for women who are pregnant.