Child Health & Safety Videos: Pregnancy and Newborns
Healthlink: Hearing test may warn parents of SIDS – September 22, 2007
Dr. Daniel Rubens explains how newborn hearing screens may be an indicator of SIDS.
Babies and sleep – July 3, 2007
Dr. Cora Breuner gives tips for getting your baby to sleep.
Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome – October 16, 2006
Every year more than 2,000 babies die in the U.S. from sudden infant death syndrome. Although experts have not yet pinpointed the cause for SIDS, there are things parents can do to reduce their child’s risk. Dr. Bruder Stapleton, Pediatrician-in-Chief, has some tips for parents.
Experts Debate the Expansion of Newborn Screening – October 7, 2006
Experts are calling for all states to screen newborns for 29 disorders for which early treatment could be key to saving lives. But Washington state still only tests for 10. One child had a close call because of it.
Tests Detect Variety of Problems in Newborns – August 1, 2006
Dr. Beth Tarini discusses newborn screening.
When to Start a Baby on Solid Foods – June 24, 2006
Many new moms are told by their doctors not to start a baby on solid foods before four months, to avoid allergies. Now there’s new research that strongly challenges that notion.
Group B Strep Dangers for Newborns – March 28, 2006
Group B Streptococcus is a serious illness that often goes undetected in the 25% of women who carry it. But, that same infection can cause major complications or even death in newborns. Dr. Craig Rubens talks about this illness.
Protecting Infants Against an Infectious Virus – January 28, 2006
A warning for parents of infants: we’re now in high winter season for a common virus that could send your baby to the hospital. Here’s how you can protect your child.
NICU Designed to Mimic Calm of Womb – January 23, 2006
It’s with heavy hearts that new fathers and mothers walk through the doors of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Children’s Hospital.
Screening for Hearing Loss is Important – December 21, 2005
Every year hundreds of babies in Washington state are born with hearing loss. It’s the most common birth defect in children. Dr. Richard Molteni talks about the importance of screening for hearing problems.
Vaccine May Prevent Deadly Infection in Newborns – December 5, 2005
For nearly 10 years pregnant women have been tested for Group B Strep, common bacteria that are harmless in healthy adults but can be deadly to newborns. Now there’s hope of a future vaccine.
New Treatment Rounds Out Flat Spots on Babies – August 18, 2005
Hospitals across the nation have seen a spike in the number of babies getting treatment to round out their flat heads. The medical term for the condition is called positional plagiocephaly, it can be treated with the simple use of a helmet.
Classes Teach Babies Water Skills – August 6, 2005
It’s amazing to watch a tiny baby kicking and paddling under water, swimming toward a parent. If you’re considering a water program for your baby this summer, here’s how to find a good one.
Breastfeeding – November 22, 2004
Dr. Richard Molteni discusses breastfeeding.