Our parents corner is a way to interact with other parents. On this page you will be able to view and submit congenital heart defect related information to be reviewed and published on this page. In NO WAY should this page or anything found on this page be taken for medical advice. Each month we will have a different topic of discussion.
Kids With Heart NACHD, Inc. Disclaimer:
The intention of this information is to give parents of children with congenital heart disorders a place to find information about specific disorders and other support resources. Kids with Heart National Association for Children's Heart Disorders, Inc. personnel are not doctors or medical personnel. In no way should any information found on this site be a substitute to professional medical care or attention from a qualified practitioner nor should it be inferred as such. ALWAYS check with your child's doctor if you have any questions or concerns about any diagnosis, symptoms, or treatments.
1 in 100 children are affected by congenital heart defects.
Since 1985, Kids With Heart has been providing support, education, and awareness for heart families.
April/May: Getting your child ready for procedures
Preparing your child for heart surgery or any procedure can be a difficult task. What do you tell them, how much information can their little minds handle? What do you do to make it a little bit easier? That’s what our topic is for Parents Corner this time. What can you share with others to make it a little easier? What have you done to help prepare your child? How much information do you give them?