Kite Strings Blog
The fairy tree: Joy and wonder through a patient's eyes
Children have a unique and inspiring perspective on life — they’re full of optimism, joy, curiosity, even when life lands them in the hospital. This is certainly the case for 6-year-old patient, William.
Oct 27th, 2021View Post
Halloween safety 101: Trick-or-treating safety
Halloween: it’s the one day of the year when kids and grownups alike can transform into anything their mischievous minds can imagine — from princesses and paupers to rock stars, wranglers, dinosaurs and divas.
Oct 25th, 2021View Post
Halloween safety 101: How to celebrate safely in the time of COVID-19
In 2020, Halloween looked a little different. In lieu of traditional festivities, such as trick-or-treating and costume parties, many people held drive-through events or watched scary movies at home. What’s in store for the holiday this year?
Oct 21st, 2021View Post
Halloween safety 101: How much candy is too much? The answer might surprise you
What can parents do to keep their kids safe and healthy without taking the fun — and candy — out of Halloween?
Oct 19th, 2021View Post
Disease or Syndrome? What is the difference between bowel disorders that affect children?
Pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Varier explains what parents need to know about Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Oct 14th, 2021View Post
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital awarded $15,000 grant for sensory-friendly play equipment to support youths experiencing behavioral health crises
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital received a $15,000 grant from Child’s Play: Grants for Play Projects, to support sensory-friendly experiences for youths experiencing mental health crises
Oct 13th, 2021View Post
Mary Bridge Children’s helps James manage his multiple sclerosis without it defining him
On Christmas morning nearly seven years ago, James wasn’t feeling like his normal, energetic self.
Oct 11th, 2021View Post
Does My Child Have Pectus Excavatum (AKA “sunken chest”)
You may be concerned that your child’s ribcage seems to be growing inward.
Oct 8th, 2021View Post
Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital Provides Gene Therapy for Children with Neuromuscular Disease
Amber Weissenfluh had a standard blood test when she was 14 weeks pregnant. She was excited to find out whether she would be having a boy or girl. She never dreamed she’d leave the office anxious about her baby’s future.
Oct 6th, 2021View Post
Kids’ Mental Health Pierce County offers new webinar series for parents and caregivers
Kids’ Mental Health Pierce County (KMHPC), in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, is offering a monthly series of free educational webinars for Pierce County parents and caregivers.
Oct 5th, 2021View Post