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Bullying

Find out what the different types of bullying look like and what do if your child is being bullied or if they are the bully.

What teens need to know about bullying

Find out what the different types of bullying look like and what to do if you’re being bullied or if someone you know is being bullied.

Managing concerns about a teen's wellbeing

Children with chronic health issues may be more likely to be bullied and also have parents that are overprotective. Learn what you can do to deal with these issues.

Dealing with teasing and bullying after a transplant

Cyberbullying: Talking to your children

Learn how to help your child use the computer safely and what to do if your child has been bullied, has bullied others or has seen cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying

​Cyberbullying happens through the internet, texting or social media. Learn about what it looks like and what you can do for your child.

Video urodynamic study (VUDS)

A video urodynamics study (VUDS) is a test done by your child’s doctor that provides information about how well your child’s bladder is working.

Speaking alone with your doctor

Epilepsy monitoring unit: Testing with video EEG

Find out what happens when your child is admitted for a video EEG in the epilepsy monitoring unit.

Mental health, wellbeing and celiac disease: Video resources

​Find out how you can find a sense of peace when your world seems overwhelming or when things are getting you down.

Management of type 1 diabetes

In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops producing insulin. Learn how this chronic condition is managed.

Weight gain after a blood and marrow transplant

Learn how to prevent and manage your child's weight gain, after a transplant.

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML): In the hospital

Learn how to help your child get used to staying in the hospital.

Facial difference: Confronting the challenges of bullying

When children have facial differences, they may be more likely to experience bullying than their peers. As a parent, you can help your child confront these challenges.

ENFit: The new global standard for feeding tube supplies and accessories

Feeding tube supplies and accessories are being upgraded to a new global standard called ENFit. Find out what you need to know about how the new supplies differ from the existing ones.

Blood work: Helping your child get ready

Many children are afraid of having blood work done. Read effective distraction and explanation techniques for children of different ages.

How to become more resilient

Find out what mindfulness is, how it can help you to build resilience and lower your stress levels, and different methods to practise mindfulness everyday.

Balancing blood sugar levels for a child with type 1 diabetes

Although there is no cure for diabetes, the condition can be effectively managed. Learn how to properly test and manage blood sugar levels.

Procedure for allogeneic blood and marrow transplants

Learn what happens during your child's allogeneic stem cell transplant.

Skeletal dysplasia: An overview

Skeletal dysplasia is a term used to describe a group of genetic conditions that cause abnormal formation of bone and cartilage. Growth and other bodily functions may also be affected.

The autologous transplant procedure

Learn what happens during your child's autologous blood and marrow transplant (BMT) procedure.

Occupational therapy and swallowing problems after brain tumour surgery

Find out how an occupational therapist can help your child with after surgery for a brain tumour.

Asthma: Overview and care​

Asthma is a condition that affects your child’s lungs. Learn about how to care for your child after a hospital visit.

Get Your Body Moving

Therapeutic clown A. Leboo and Child Life Specialists tell us why it is important to get your body moving, even if it is a little painful, to help your body heal. Here are some examples of simple exercises.
Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is an infection of the lungs caused by a virus that most children will get by the time they are two. Usually, it is not a serious illness and goes away within seven to 10 days. Cough associated with bronchiolitis can last for a few weeks.