Showing Stories tagged with: Children's Health
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January 18, 2023
Food Insecurity 101
Watch how a simple 2 question UVM Children’s Hospital screening tool is making a difference in the lives of the children and families.
December 5, 2022
Air Travel With Children: How To Use Car Seats on Airplanes
Most people know their infant, toddler or young school-aged child needs a car seat or booster in the family vehicle. Car seats also keep children safe on airplanes. Here’s some information for anyone planning air travel with children.
November 23, 2022
Travel Has Changed, But Car Seat Safety Remains
Car crashes are a leading cause of death and injury for children. In many cases, these deaths and injuries can be prevented by use of car seats, boosters, and seat belts. Here are some child passenger safety tips and reminders.
November 7, 2022
Winter Coats & Car Seat Safety
Temperatures are falling and it’s time to start dressing for colder weather. You might be getting your child’s winter jacket from storage or purchasing something to keep a new baby warm. However, winter coats and snowsuits may be dangerous for children to wear in a car seat. Why could a winter coat be dangerous? In
October 24, 2022
House Calls May Be History, but School Calls Are Just Getting Going
For kids in Winooski, a doctor’s appointment doesn’t mean missing class.
October 13, 2022
How Can I Get My Child To Eat Better?
A childhood weight management expert answers your top 10 questions.
October 10, 2022
7 Tips for Halloween Safety
While Halloween can be a very exciting time for children and parents, it can be one of the most dangerous nights of the year.
August 26, 2022
‘The Best Combination of Care’
New technology delivers the expertise of neonatal experts to rural patients in Vermont and northern New York.
July 26, 2022
Care at Home Helps Children Thrive
Meet Henry. He’s two years old and his neurological condition is one in a million. Home health care is helping him beat the odds.
July 15, 2022
COVID-19 Vaccination: Is it Really Safe for My Kids?
Experts from UVM Children’s Hospital answer parent and caregiver questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids.
June 14, 2022
Ask the Expert: How to Talk to Children about LGBTQIA+
In this Q&A, pediatrician Anna Hankins, MD, shares her advice for open, curious conversations with your child around LGBTQIA+, sexual orientation and gender identity.
April 7, 2022
Let’s Talk About Consent
It can be uncomfortable, but talking explicitly to our children and young adults about safe and unsafe touch is critical to empowering them and helping them understand that they are in control of their bodies.
April 6, 2022
You’re Sick, Too?
An expert weighs in on why it feels like everyone is sick right now.
April 5, 2022
5 Healthy Recipes You Can Make with Your Kids
From midweek dinners to tasty snacks, these easy-to-make, affordable meals are perfect for even the pickiest eaters.
March 25, 2022
Rounding Up Support for Child-Centered Care
Big Change Roundup (BCRU) is UVM Children’s Hospital’s largest fundraising event that supports the high-quality, child-centered care we provide our region’s pediatric patients. Find out how you can make a difference in the lives of children in Vermont and Northern New York during this year’s event March 28-April 29.