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At Lurie Children's we treat you and your child throughout all stages of life, starting at the beginning. Learn more in our resources on fetal health and pregnancy care.
Beating Strong: A Lifechanging Pacemaker Procedure for Maeve
Identifying the arrhythmia before birth allowed the medical specialists at Lurie Children’s to make plans to treat the baby after birth. When Maeve was born, a team of specialists assembled, ready to put the care plan into action.
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With a Rare and Serious Diagnosis Before Birth, Aptly Named Baby Hope Defies the Odds
Six-month-old Hope is busy growing up at home – playing with toys, babbling and trying to roll over. For her parents, each routine milestone feels like a little bit of a miracle.
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Understanding Premature Infant Development
Premature babies may experience different development than full-term babies, but with early intervention and support, can catch up and thrive throughout their lives. Our neonatology expert answers all your questions about premature infant development.
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Common Questions About High-Risk Pregnancy
Being diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy is overwhelming. It is important to be prepared for the next steps in your care.
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What to Do When You Receive a Fetal Diagnosis
Our fetal experts help families understand what a fetal complication or diagnosis means for your family.
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What Happens When Fetal Heart Abnormalities are Detected During an Ultrasound?
When pregnant patients receive a prenatal diagnosis of a congenital heart defect (CHD), they often have a lot of questions and concerns about what comes next.
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Fetal Laser Surgery Helps Pregnant Families with Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome
Sarah and Jesus’ excitement turned to shock when a routine echocardiogram showed one of their twins had heart abnormalities caused by TTTS.
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What to Know About Prenatal Genetic Counseling
When a prenatal diagnosis is made, families meet with a prenatal genetic counselor from one of our many pediatric specialty clinics.
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