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Every caregiver wants to protect their children from disappointment, failure and heartbreak. But what if some of those difficult experiences are exactly what children need to grow? In this episode of For Kids' Sake, Ashley Pagenkopf, MS, CCLS …

Few topics generate more questions from caregivers than sleep. From bringing home a newborn to navigating toddler bedtime battles, families often wonder if they're doing the right thing and how much sleep everyone should be getting. In this episode …

For Michael Williams, living with sickle cell disease has meant navigating pain, uncertainty and medical challenges from a very young age. Now, after receiving gene therapy at Cook Children’s, he is looking toward a future he once could not …

Some children are naturally shy. Others are outgoing social butterflies. But how do caregivers know when a child's hesitation around people might be something more? In this episode of For Kids’ Sake, Kristen Pyrc, M.D., discusses the difference …

One year ago, a bold partnership set out to transform health and wellness in Fort Worth's Las Vegas Trail neighborhood. Today, the results speak for themselves.Since opening its doors on Aug. 5 2025 to July 2026, the Neighborhood Health Center …

A tiny, resilient Cook Children’s patient gets to celebrate a very special birthday after overcoming major health complications.

Today's caregivers have access to more parenting and health information than ever before. But with endless social media feeds, online searches and conflicting advice, many families are finding themselves overwhelmed instead of informed. In this …

As he dealt with severe kidney disease, 17-year-old Dylan Banks faced a choice: Continue with dialysis or try for a kidney transplant.Dylan had already undergone more than a year of dialysis, a filtering process that removed waste and extra fluids …

Cook Children's Health Care System earned national recognition in five specialties on the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals list.The recognition includes the 19th consecutive year that Cook Children's Neurology & …

With nutrition advice flooding social media feeds, many caregivers feel overwhelmed about where to start. In this episode of For Kids' Sake, Maya Rashad, MPH, RDN, LD, nutrition coordinator at Cook Children’s, shares practical strategies people can …

By Tracey Stephens, RN, former employee and wife of Todd StephensEditor's note: Patient-specific details have been removed to protect privacy.In the dark, uncertain hours following Sept. 11, 2001, the United States was under an unprecedented, total …

Written by Marc Mazade, M.D., MPH, medical director of Infection Control and Prevention at Cook Children'sMy high school basketball coach insisted that we get a flu vaccine every year. He knew that flu is much more than just a cold. Flu is like …

How Robotic Surgery Is Transforming Pediatric Care

From smartphones and social media to gaming and streaming, screens are woven into everyday life for most families. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Austin Greenhaw, M.D., child and adolescent psychiatrist at Cook Children's, discusses how …

If you’ve been near Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth’s campus for the last few months, you know that the pediatric health system is busy building. The lane closures, orange traffic cones and metal cranes stretching above the blue peaks …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health service clinic for …

As young athletes head back to practices, games and competitions, many parents are looking for ways to help their children stay healthy and avoid injuries. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Jeffrey Bass, MS, ATC, LAT, OPE-C, athletic trainer …

It may feel confusing right now to be a caregiver with so much information out there about immunizations. There's certainly no shortage of information online right at our fingertips. But how do parents know what's trustworthy?Parents are navigating …

Back-to-School Vaccine Breakdown: Protecting Your Child’s Health with the pertussis vaccine, which is part of the DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis) immunization.

“We support Breastfeeding moms by standing in as a village,” said Tiffany Pullum, nurse manager at CCMC Prosper’s NICU.

It can be hard to know the difference between typical childhood behavior and signs that a child may need additional support. In the latest episode of For Kids' Sake, Akemi Watkins, M.D., a child psychiatrist at Cook Children's, discusses ADHD, early …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health service clinic for …

As summer winds down and school begins, families face the challenge of shifting back to structured routines. In the first episode of For Kids' Sake, a new Cook Children’s podcast for parents and caregivers, pediatrician Diane Arnaout, M.D., …

Fort Worth, Texas - Cook Children’s Health Care System is expanding its trusted health information platform with the launch of two new podcasts designed to help parents and caregivers navigate the questions that come with raising children.For Kids’ …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health service clinic for …

A little over 18 months ago, Jesse Gonzalez was diagnosed through a newborn screening with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness and atrophy as well as difficulties with swallowing, breathing, and …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health Service Clinic.Call 211 …

In a few weeks, the new school year will be in full swing with busy drop-off lines, buses back on the roads, and active school zones. Cook Children’s Health Care System knows families want to be prepared, that’s why from physical health to mental …

Cook Children’s retires twin turboprop and commissions second emergency transport jet for faster, more comfortable patient transport

Daniel Wendler is like any 11-year-old boy. He enjoys the outdoors, fishing, playing basketball and spending time with his friends. However, every three weeks, he must go in for a “refill” at the Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth Infusion …