Helmets Save Lives Whether your child is ready to ride, scoot or skate—make sure you strap on a properly fitted helmet to keep them safe. Here are a few tips for purchasing the right helmet and more. A helmet should be worn every time you ride a: You can greatly reduce your children's risk of […]
The Real-Life Dangers of Alcohol As a member of the Coastal Bend Youth Alcohol Awareness Coalition, we are involved in a program called Shattered Dreams. The coalition is a community collaboration of several local agencies and individuals with a common goal — to educate our youth on the dangers of drinking and driving. Shattered Dreams […]
Protecting Little Sleepers Unsafe sleeping environments cause more than 150 infant deaths in Texas each year. These deaths could be prevented by following recommendations for creating a safe sleep environment in your home. How to Protect Your Child The ABCs of Safe Sleep To reduce the risk of suffocation for an infant in your care, […]
Tips for Better Backseat Safety It's no surprise that new parents suffer from exhaustion due to lack of sleep, hormone changes, stress and changes in their normal routine. Any one of these factors can cause forgetfulness. One of the most serious consequences of this condition is when children are accidentally left in vehicles. Even the […]
Safe at Every Stage of Life At Driscoll, we’re committed to helping children live long, healthy lives. Part of that is finding ways to prevent injury and provide the safest possible environments for children. Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s Injury Prevention Program promotes safety through lectures, individual meetings, education, use of media and public events. Projects in […]
Substance Use Disorder Resources Resources for families in the wake of mass shootings The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed resources to help children, families, educators, and communities navigate what they are seeing and hearing, acknowledge their feelings, and find ways to cope together. These resources include: Psychological First Aid The NCTSN also has […]
Proper hand washing is an easy way to help keep from getting sick. Stop Germs in Their Tracks When common illnesses like the cold and flu spread, it’s easy to think there’s little we can do to stop it. But washing your hands consistently is a reliable way to keep from spreading germs while reducing […]
Setting Your Child on the Right Path Nutrition plays a key role in achieving optimal health. It's important to help your child create healthy habits, as these behaviors tend to stay with them through adulthood. By establishing healthy eating patterns and getting regular physical activity, your child will be better protected, both now and in […]
When Your Child Needs Nutritional Support Proper nutrition is the foundation for a long, healthy life. When a child struggles to reach a healthy weight or parents have difficulty providing proper nutrition—we offer nutrition resources for the care your child needs. Failure to Thrive "Failure to thrive" is a diagnosis term describing a lack of […]
New Foods for Growing Toddlers The toddler phase (ages 1 to 3 years) can often be challenging when it comes to feeding and nutrition. Developmentally, many changes are occurring in your child’s body and mind. This can make mealtime difficult. It is important for parents to provide structure and set limits for toddlers. Here are […]
The Building Blocks of Health At Driscoll Children’s Hospital, we're invested in your child’s health today and tomorrow. Proper nutrition for your growing child is fundamental for proper development. Here, you'll find trusted resources to help on your nutrition journey. Nutrition Education Videos Recipes on a Budget For high-quality meals without the high price, visit […]
A Strong Start Did you know that more growth occurs during a child’s first year than any other time over their lifespan? How incredible! This is why it’s so important to feed your child the right foods at the proper time. Encouraging good eating habits will set your child on a healthy path. The First […]
Quick Care vs. ER Where Should I Take My Child? Please note that this infographic is meant as a guide and is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you are not sure if your child needs urgent or emergency care, […]
