Hearing that your baby might need a cranial helmet can stop you in your tracks. That’s what happened to Melissa Hernandez when a normal appointment for her son, Stelios, took an unexpected turn. What followed was a series of visits, a new routine at home, and a slow but steady shift from stress to confidence […]
When your baby keeps turning their head the same way, it can feel like a tiny detail you’re not sure you should worry about. For Brianna, that “tiny detail” showed up early, and it came with a second clue: a flat spot that seemed to be getting more noticeable. This is Patrick’s cranial helmet story, […]
Hearing that your child needs an amputation can feel overwhelming. This guide was created with families in mind, to help you navigate your child’s amputation with greater confidence and understanding. It explains: Above all, this is a reminder that amputation is only one part of your child’s journey – not the end of their story. […]
A prosthetist is a certified healthcare professional who designs and fits artificial limbs and devices for those with amputation or limb difference. Prosthetists collaborate with the medical team to create treatment plans, design devices, and care for those using a prosthesis to help patients achieve their functional and mobility goals. A prosthetist goes through 3-4 […]
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding How Prosthetic Needs Change as Children Grow Children change rapidly as they grow, and when a child uses a prosthesis, those developmental shifts influence far more than just clothing size or shoe fit. Their limb length, strength, coordination, and daily activities evolve throughout childhood, which means their prosthetic needs evolve […]
A Simple, Supportive Guide for Families on the Move Moving is a big transition for any family. When your child uses a prosthesis, it can feel even more stressful to figure out how to continue their care in a new place. The good news? With a little planning, your child’s prosthetic needs can stay on […]
Clubfoot is a common birth defect where a baby’s foot turns inward and downward. The good news, when treatment starts in the first weeks of life, most children grow, play, and move with confidence. Today, the Ponseti method is the gold standard, non-surgical approach. It follows clear clubfoot treatment phases: casting to gently guide the […]
Clubfoot is a common birth difference that twists a baby’s foot inward and downward. The Ponseti method gently corrects it with a series of casts, then a small procedure (called Achilles tenotomy) for most babies, and long-term bracing. The casts create the correction. The braces help keep it in correction. If you feel nervous about […]
Worried about a foot that looks turned in at birth? Clubfoot means a baby’s foot points inward and downward from birth, and it is common and treatable. It is not your fault, and with early care most children walk, run, and play without limits. Clubfoot is often found during a routine prenatal ultrasound, usually around […]