Family finds answers, treatment for daughter’s infantile spasms
Two-year-old Madelyn has been treated at Children's Minnesota and Minnesota Epilepsy Group for the specific type of epileptic seizure.
Children’s Stories
Read health tips from our experts as well as stories by patients, families and staff about kids’ health and their experiences at Children’s Minnesota.
A buckle-up checkup
Helpful information about car seats
Children’s Pedcast: Dr. Meysam Kebriaei on epilepsy, hydrocephalus
Dr. Kebriaei joins the podcast to share information about neurosurgery and the diagnoses and treatment of epilepsy and hydrocephalus.
How to treat, avoid seasonal allergies
Children suffer from seasonal allergies, and early recognition of symptoms and treatment may help alleviate some of their discomfort.
Twin Cities to celebrate 22q at the Zoo
The Twin Cities' second annual 22q at the Zoo takes place Sunday, May 22, at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley.
What to do if your child has a febrile seizure
A febrile seizure is a convulsion that occurs in a child who is between 6 months and 6 years old and has a body temperature greater than 100.4 degrees.
Sugar-sweetened beverages contribute to childhood obesity
Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and quadrupled in adolescents in the past 30 years, according to the CDC.
‘Tough’ questions parents may have for child’s doctor
Dr. Gigi Chawla joined WCCO Mid-Morning to share some of the "tough" questions parents may want to ask their child's doctor.
Tanning turmoil: Why getting ‘bronzed’ is hazardous to teen health
During a tanning-bed session, teens may receive up to 12 times the UV exposure received from being outside in sunlight.
Thank you, nurses!
In honor of National Nurses Week, we recognize and celebrate each and every one of the remarkable nurses at Children's Minnesota who are committed to keeping kids safe, comfortable and always striving to be their best.