CHOC Small Baby Unit is improving quality & outcomes in extremely low birth weight infants according to results of an article in Pediatrics.
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CHOC’s NICU Is Expanding to Better Serve the Families of OC and Beyond
For decades, CHOC has offered highly specialized care for critically ill babies. CHOC will expand its NICU by building 36 private rooms.
Helping Siblings Cope with the NICU
CHOC child life specialists and parents play an important role in helping siblings cope when their new sibling is in the NICU.
Preparing Siblings for Visiting the NICU
Siblings have also been prepared for the arrival of a baby brother or sister, and often struggle with visiting the newborn in the hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions: Scheduling an Appointment at CHOC
As we strive to make the appointment-setting process as easy as possible for parents and referring physicians, we offer the following tips.
Halloween Safety: Remind Kids That Medicine is Not Candy
Everyone has the responsibility to prevent unwanted medication exposures. Keep in mind these simple ways to keep kids safe this Halloween.
Will Your Newborn Need Surgery? Plan Now
CHOC has a trained and experienced team that includes perinatologists, neonatologists, pediatric surgeons and NICU nurses to help.
Weight-Related Bullying – Tips Parents Should Know
There are many forms of bullying, but weight is one of the top reasons why some kids get “teased,” a CHOC pediatric psychologist says.
Physical Therapy Increases Independence in Kids
Lauren Bojorquez has been a physical therapist at CHOC for 6 years, working with kids with neurodevelopmental and orthopedic diagnoses.
