Most Recent Articles
Mindfulness: A Useful Coping Strategy
Published on
Youth with chronic conditions like spina bifida and their families can experience high levels of stress.
Updates from the Spina Bifida Program
Published on
An update on our first Education Day in November and more.
A High-Fiber Minestrone Soup Recipe
Published on
Our minestrone soup recipe is healthy, high in fiber and perfect for a cold day.
Meet Our Newest Spina Bifida Program Team Members
Published on
We're very proud of the compassionate, highly qualified, competent professionals who make up our Spina Bifida Program team. Meet our newest team members and learn a little bit about their expertise and interests.
Therapy Spotlight: Supporting Spina Bifida Patients Through OT and PT
Published on
Occupational and physical therapists support Spina Bifida Program patients in many ways. Learn about new resources and tips on bowel/bladder programs, and benefits of tummy time.
Social Work Corner: Tips to Stay Active and Have Fun
Published on
Accessing resources for a child with special needs can be a challenging process. Two Spina Bifida Program team members provide resources to keep your child and family active and entertained.
High-Fiber Recipe: Kellogg’s Bran Muffins
Published on
A high-fiber diet is crucial to a successful bowel regimen. Here’s a quick and easy formula for determining your child’s daily fiber requirement as well as a recipe for tasty, high-fiber bran muffins.
How Spina Bifida Affects School and What Parents Can Do to Help Their Child
Published on
Children born with spina bifida may have unique patterns of academic strengths as well as challenges. Read advice on how parents can advocate for their child.
Spina Bifida and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Published on
Here are some tips for keeping your children and family safe and healthy, both physically and mentally, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Spina Bifida Family Advisory Board Launches
Published on
We are pleased to introduce our new Spina Bifida Family Advisory Board, which is comprised of family members of patients with spina bifida and young adults living with spina bifida.