Norton Children’s helps child thrive despite rare diagnosis
From his very first breath, Vincent Taul defied expectations. “We weren’t sure what to expect, but doctors main concern was how he was going to be able to breathe when he was born,” said Madeline Taul, Vincent’s mom. Madeline recalls having a normal, healthy pregnancy until her 20-week ultrasound revealed something unusual. “I noticed there…
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Born with a rare condition, Hazel Moore breathes freely at age 1, thanks to intensive jaw surgery and care from Norton Children’s
For many parents of newborns, watching their child sleep brings a sense of peace and comfort. But every time Hazel Moore slept in her first few months of life, her mother was filled with fear. “I would not sleep — like I was so terrified,” said Kalie Roberts, Hazel’s mom. “She would choke a lot. It…
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After a spinal procedure, Bailey is on top of her game
At age 14, Bailey Quinn is living proof that sometimes the biggest challenges lead to the most remarkable comebacks. Just months after major spinal surgery for scoliosis, this Owensboro, Kentucky, freshman is not only back on the soccer field—she’s starting with the varsity team and playing nearly entire games. Early signs and diagnosis Bailey’s scoliosis…
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Finding strength: Kaitlyn Hutchins’ brave fight against osteosarcoma
When 16-year-old Kaitlyn Hutchins first began having knee pain, her family assumed it was just another sports injury. As a dedicated cheerleader and volleyball player, Kaitlyn often pushed herself hard on the court. But when the pain grew constant and her knee buckled, her mom, Kim, took her to see specialists at Norton Children’s Orthopedics…
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Norton Children’s named a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report
Norton Children’s has been named Kentucky’s No. 1 children’s hospital and ranked nationally in eight specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals 2025-2026. Norton Children’s nationally ranked specialties include: The recognition comes on the heels of Norton Children’s announced plans for a new 150-acre pediatric health campus in Jeffersontown, Kentucky, which will…
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Important update about Cigna insurance coverage
We are pleased to share that Norton Healthcare and Cigna Healthcare have reached a new agreement, effective Oct. 1, 2025. This means patients who have Cigna Healthcare insurance will continue to be in-network when receiving care from Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s. We appreciate your patience during this process. Our priority has always been to…
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Turning grief into purpose
Owen Twigg was born fighting. His strength and a mother’s devotion would inspire Courtney Twigg to pursue a new path in life and in a career. Owen was born March 7, 2020, with a cleft lip and palate. At the time, his mom, Courtney, had been working as an emergency medical services dispatcher for 10…
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5 ways to help your child breathe easier during cold and flu season
When your child is struggling with a stuffy nose, cough or congestion during cold and flu season, you want to find good strategies for child congestion relief. “It is easy for a parent to get overwhelmed standing in the cough/cold aisle in the drugstore, looking at all those medications and trying to decide which to…
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How parents can help build emotional resilience in children
School-age children can face a variety of new challenges regularly, from playground disagreements to social and academic pressures. These experiences may be frustrating for them, but they’re also important opportunities to help build a lifelong skill: emotional resilience. “Think of emotional resilience like every child’s inner toolkit,” said Heather M. Felton, M.D., pediatrician with Norton…
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Strep throat in kids: Myths and facts every parent should know
Does my child have strep throat? A scratchy throat doesn’t always mean strep. There are many reasons kids experience throat discomfort, including the flu, COVID-19, seasonal allergies or the common cold. “Assuming you know what the cause of the sore throat is can delay treatment and cause unnecessary worry,” said Patrick K. Hynes, M.D., pediatrician…
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After 622 days in the hospital, Elizabethtown toddler goes home for the first time
After 622 days in the neonatal intensive care unit at Norton Children’s Hospital, Kingston Bryant finally got to go home. It was a moment his family had been dreaming of for nearly two years. Born at just 25 weeks of gestation, weighing less than a pound, Kingston entered the world fighting for his life. From…
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Many illnesses can mimic the flu. Here’s what parents need to know after a negative flu test
Your child has flu symptoms: a dry cough, runny nose and a sore throat. The pediatrician does a flu test, but it’s negative. What do you do when someone has flu symptoms but a negative flu test? “It’s hard watching our kids not feel good,” said Patrick K. Hynes, M.D., pediatrician with Norton Children’s Medical…
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