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Accurate Dosing for Children is Critical

March 3, 2023

It is critical for parents to both understand appropriate dosing, but also to safely store medication.

When to take your child to the ER for changes ...

February 2, 2023

Abnormal breathing can be troubling for any parent to witness in his or her child. This blog address when to seek emergency care.

tags: breathing , emergency care , er care , pediatrics

When to take your child to the ER for a fever

January 5, 2023

The first is a series about when to visit the ER, this blog offers insight into when a fever is serious enough to seek care.

What to know about RSV and other respiratory illnesses

November 16, 2022

Hospitals across the country are seeing a surge in pediatric visits. Here's what you should know.

tags: covid , kids , rsv , virus

Prep your family for back to school

July 19, 2022

A few simple steps will ease the fears and stress of back to school season.

Nightmares – what causes them and how to handle...

June 30, 2022 by Dr. Anat Geva, clinical psychologist with the HealthONE Behavioral Health & Wellness Center

Nightmares are quite common and normal, and there are things we can do to help our child grow through them and develop healthy habits.

tags: behavioral health , nightmares

Scoliosis in Children: Curve Ball

May 31, 2022

A scoliosis diagnosis in children may sound scary, but advancements in treatment have made it much less so.

Newborn hearing screenings help discover potential...

May 16, 2022

Newborns undergo hearing screenings before leaving the hospital that can help identify potential issues and allow for early interventions.

tags: audiology , ent , pediatric hearing

Grieving children face unique challenges

May 1, 2022 by Anat Geva, PhD - HealthONE Behavioral Health and Wellness Center

Grieving children face unique challenges. The adults in a child's life can help facilitate the child's ability to regulate amidst the storm.

tags: behavioral health , pediatric grief

Help prevent common children's injuries

April 4, 2022

Injuries happen, but there are ways you can prepare your child to help prevent injuries from occurring.

Poison proofing your home

March 20, 2022

Our homes may be our sanctuaries, but they also are where 90 percent of accidental poisonings occur.

tags: poison prevention

Five facts to know about congenital heart disease

February 7, 2022

More than 2 million people are living with congenital heart disease in the U.S. Thanks to improved treatment, they can live healthier lives.

tags: chd , congenital heart disease , heart center

Surgeon pioneers minimally invasive surgery for...

December 30, 2021

RMHC surgeon Steven Rothenberg, MD has pioneered minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat children with CPAM for nearly three decades

A New Year's message from RMHC CEO Maureen Tarrant

December 29, 2021

The president and CEO of Rocky Mountain Hospital For Children shares New Year's wishes.

tags: rocky mountain kids

Family welcomes newborn during prematurity awareness...

December 16, 2021

Ben and Kelsie Noe welcomed daughter Kate, eight weeks early—after spending weeks at P/SL's Level IV Center for Maternal-Fetal Health.

tags: premature babies

Pediatric cardiac surgeon brings expertise to ...

December 13, 2021

The Heart Center at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children has appointed Immanuel Turner, MD, as chief of pediatric cardiac surgery.

tags: rocky mountain kids

Clinic makes it easy to get a second opinion

December 13, 2021

Our pediatric second opinion clinic offers parents access to RMHC specialists for review of their child's diagnosis and treatment plan.

tags: rocky mountain kids

COVID-19 vaccines for children help keep families...

December 13, 2021

COVID-19 vaccines are available for children aged five and up, and can help safeguard their family's health.

tags: rocky mountain kids

Preventing fall injuries: Sprains, strains and...

August 12, 2021

As kids and families head outdoors for fun in the sun, pediatric experts at OrthoONE bring you this quick guide to preventing injuries.

Expanding options for minimally invasive surgery

May 21, 2021

Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children is leading efforts around the world to develop pediatric minimally invasive surgical techniques.

tags: rocky mountain kids

The background on bullying

May 21, 2021 by Dr. Anat Geva, Psychologist HealthONE Behavioral Health and Wellness Center

One of the major developmental tasks adolescents face is making good decisions. Bullying behaviors can develop during this time.

tags: behavioral health , bullying , mental wellness , rocky mountain kids

Tips to treasure: Preparing your child for a surgery

May 21, 2021

Surgery can frighten the toughest grown-up. Imagine how scary it must seem to the 5 million children who undergo an operation each year.

tags: rocky mountain kids

Burn and fire prevention safety

May 21, 2021

Wyoming teen KyZaia Jones was airlifted to the burn specialists at Swedish Medical Center after being electrocuted during an act of heroism.

Polycystic kidney disease in children

May 19, 2021

RMHC expert weighs in about preconception and prenatal testing as well as early childhood interventions for ADPKD families.

tags: rocky mountain kids

The Heart Center at RMHC discusses Congenital ...

February 25, 2021

The Heart Center at RMHC discusses Adult Congenital Heart Disease and provides action steps for people living with the condition.

tags: adult congenital heart disease , cardiac surgery , cardiology , the heart center

Newborns and coronavirus: Helpful ways to protect...

December 1, 2020

Learn how new moms can avoid coronavirus infection and help protect their newborn during COVID-19.

Updates regarding COVID-19 and pregnancy

October 21, 2020 by Richard P. Porreco, MD; Maternal Fetal Medicine Medical Director

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) causes the clinical disease known as COVID-19. Primary symptoms include fever, shortness...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-and-pregnancy , covid-19-blog , covid-19-wc-blog

COVID-19 testing basics

September 2, 2020

Here is some information on how the different types of COVID-19 tests work and who should be tested.

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

May 28, 2020

Should your child go to their doctor’s appointment? Here’s what you need to know about caring for your child during the coronavirus pandemic...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

May 26, 2020

Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, including children. If your child is causing disruptions or behaving poorly at home, ...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

May 21, 2020

They may not show it or articulate it in the same way as adults, but children are also experiencing stress and anxiety during the coronavirus...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

May 19, 2020

Everyone is talking about coronavirus, and your child may be listening. Here's why you should be the one to talk to your child about COVID...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

Stay At Home Activities for Kids

May 15, 2020

Staying home in order to practice social distancing can present a unique challenge for children, teens, and families alike. In a time that may...

tags: covid-19 , covid-19-blog

School's Out, Now What.

March 16, 2020 by RMHC Child Life Team

Many parents are realizing that family life is looking drastically different these days and will continue that way for the near future due to...

tags: covid-19

Facts from the fun fairies: 'Play is serious business!'

January 28, 2020

We are here to help you with the challenges you face as families with children in the health care community.

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Accurate Dosing for Children is Critical

When to take your child to the ER for changes ...

When to take your child to the ER for a fever

What to know about RSV and other respiratory illnesses

Prep your family for back to school

Nightmares – what causes them and how to handle...

Scoliosis in Children: Curve Ball

Newborn hearing screenings help discover potential...

Grieving children face unique challenges

Help prevent common children's injuries

Poison proofing your home

Five facts to know about congenital heart disease

Surgeon pioneers minimally invasive surgery for...

A New Year's message from RMHC CEO Maureen Tarrant

Family welcomes newborn during prematurity awareness...

Pediatric cardiac surgeon brings expertise to ...

Clinic makes it easy to get a second opinion

COVID-19 vaccines for children help keep families...

Preventing fall injuries: Sprains, strains and...

Expanding options for minimally invasive surgery

The background on bullying

Tips to treasure: Preparing your child for a surgery

Burn and fire prevention safety

Polycystic kidney disease in children

The Heart Center at RMHC discusses Congenital ...

Newborns and coronavirus: Helpful ways to protect...

Updates regarding COVID-19 and pregnancy

COVID-19 testing basics

Parenting and coronavirus: Caring for children...

Parenting and coronavirus: Positive parenting ...

Parenting and coronavirus: Helping children cope...

Parenting and coronavirus: Talking to children...

Stay At Home Activities for Kids

School's Out, Now What.

Facts from the fun fairies: 'Play is serious business!'

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