Faces of Norton, NICU, Norton Womens & Childrens Hospital, Patient Stories

After NICU experience, mom becomes Norton employee

Felicia Gross didn’t set out to work for Norton Healthcare. She already had a career as a chef and was working hard to take care of her family. Little did she know that a life-or-death experience would change that path and provide an opportunity to help others during their toughest moments. When Gross was pregnant…

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Childrens Hospital Foundation, NICU, Norton Childrens Hospital, Norton Childrens News, Snow Ball

Snow Ball makes big difference for NICU patients

Donate a SNOO A SNOO is a bassinet with soothing white noise and rocking motions reminiscent of being in the womb. The SNOO has variable settings, including a “weaning” setting to prepare baby for the crib. Donate a SNOO now Thanks to everyone who attended the annual Snow Ball gala at the Marriott Louisville Downtown…

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Childrens Hospital Foundation, Norton Childrens Hospital

Stories of service: Saving lives after Carrollton bus crash

Did you know that the nation’s second site for a successful infant heart transplant was Norton Children’s Hospital … or that the hospital was founded on the heels of the deadliest tornado in the city’s history? You can learn about the hospital’s 125-year history by visiting “Hope and Healing: Celebrating 125 Years of Norton Children’s…

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Childrens Hospital Foundation, Norton Childrens Hospital

Children’s hospital volunteer’s drive comes from a personal place

Barbara Bernard grips the handle of a red wagon and, with a smile, looks over her shoulder at the toddler seated behind her. “Here we go!” The little girl’s eyes light up and a grin grows across her face. A nurse wheels her I.V. pole alongside the wagon as Bernard pulls the toddler through the…

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Prevention & Wellness

Mindful eating for the holidays

A holiday table can be filled with all of the things kids love to eat: macaroni and cheese, stuffing and don’t forget pie, cake and all sorts of sweets. It can be easy to overeat on a day meant to celebrate with family and friends. Why not use the holiday season to start practicing a…

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Orthopedics, Patient Stories, Radiothon

Radiothon: This boy’s mom had to turn a crank each day to force his legs to grow

At just 6 weeks old, Jerren Harrison contracted bacterial meningitis. He was treated and seemed to be doing well — except for what doctors couldn’t see. The infection had crept into the growth plates in his leg bones. When he was 2 years old, his legs stopped growing. Without radical treatment, he would grow to…

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Protecting children from guns

It happens thousands of times a year: A child gets hold of a gun and shoots him or herself, or someone else. The latest incident happened in Jeffersontown when a 3-year-old boy shot himself in the head. This year, 18 children have been brought to Norton Children’s Hospital with gunshot wounds. Three of those children…

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Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Neurosciences, Norton Childrens Hospital, Prevention & Wellness, Teens

Youth football research shows children at even greater risk for concussion

Youth football players represent 70 percent of all players in the United States. Yet, many studies have focused on measuring head impact in high school, college and professional athletes. Few studies on direct hits in youth football have emerged until now. A study published in Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics in October shows youth football players…

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Norton Childrens Hospital, Norton Childrens Spirituality, Prevention & Wellness

Mindfulness is a stress release technique for the whole family

Money. Work. House. Co-workers. Family. School. Homework. Teachers. Sports. Clubs No matter our age, we all have things that stress us out. And while what causes stress may be different because of our age, we all experience stress in similar ways. Signs of stress and anxiety in both children and adults include the following symptoms:…

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Looking for something to do this weekend? Visit Norton Children’s Hospital exhibit at the Frazier History Museum

Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? Why not take the opportunity to visit “Hope and Healing: Celebrating 125 Years of Norton Children’s Hospital,” a 4,200-square-foot exhibit at Frazier History Museum in Louisville, Kentucky. It explores the hospital’s history within the community through good times and bad, all while shaping the evolution…

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NICU, Norton Childrens Hospital, Patient Stories

Meet Liam Thomas, a NICU miracle baby

Liam Thomas is just beginning to walk. His legs are a little wobbly, so when he’s on the move, he reaches out for sturdy objects to help keep his balance. He has a curious mind — a sponge to soak up all kinds of new information, like how to say “dada” and call for his…

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Halloween costume contest helps the hospital feel a little more like home

The fifth annual Halloween costume contest at Norton Children’s Hospital gives staff and patients a way to celebrate the holiday. Dressing up helps make the hospital feel a little more like home. It’s a way for staff and patients to participate in a Halloween tradition and make the day fun together.   https://www.facebook.com/NortonChildrensHospital/posts/10154804939461793

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