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Children undergoing long rehabilitation can participate in a free balloon farewell at the hospital.
A special initiative at Bethesda Children’s Hospital allows more than a thousand children to say goodbye to the hospital each year in a new and symbolic experience. The collaboration between the Liget Budapest Project and BalloonFly enables children who have been hospitalized for an extended period to celebrate their recovery with a “letting go of illness” balloon ride. The aim of this program is to ensure that the joy of healing is not just a simple event for the children, but an unforgettable experience that aids their emotional recovery. Bethesda Children’s Hospital, located on the edge of City Park, offers a special venue for young patients. Many of the hospital…
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Caring for Infants and Raising Children – Part 4
The summer period is a time for relaxation and fun, when many people travel to explore new places. During vacation, families plan various activities, and children eagerly await the adventures. However, it is also important to be aware of the potential risks that children may face during holidays. When we enter a new environment, we often encounter situations that are unfamiliar to us. Due to their curiosity and adventurous spirit, children can easily find themselves in situations where they feel threatened. During vacation, we must prepare for not only the pre-planned activities but also unexpected events. Therefore, it is essential for parents and caregivers to be attentive and think ahead…
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Couples Seeking IVF: Challenges, Changes, and Opportunities
A infertility represents a significant challenge in the lives of many couples, imposing not only emotional but also financial burdens. The gap between the desire to have children and the reality often leads to despair. Modern medicine, particularly in vitro fertilization programs, offers numerous options to assist these couples. However, the issues of state support and accessibility have become key factors in infertility treatments. Infertility is a widespread problem globally, affecting approximately 18% of adults. According to a WHO report, high costs often prevent couples from accessing the necessary treatments. In our country, access to infertility treatments has significantly improved with the introduction of state funding, especially for less affluent…
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How to Support Our Hyperactive Child?
The hyperactivity is a complex and multifaceted disorder that can significantly impact children’s lives and development. Statistics show that hyperactive children struggle with various difficulties, such as attention disorders or learning problems. These challenges not only affect the children’s academic performance but also their social relationships and self-esteem. The Future Prospects of Hyperactive Children The ability of children with hyperactivity to thrive in adulthood is closely intertwined with associated psychiatric disorders. Although in most cases, children’s symptoms decrease with age, hyperactivity can sometimes develop into other issues, such as behavioral disorders. Consequently, personality disorders may also emerge in adulthood. In some cases, other problems may arise alongside hyperactivity, such as…
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The scary weaning: Why is the right approach important?
The act of eating serves not only to satisfy our physical needs but also plays several other important roles in our lives. The quality of nutrition has a direct impact on our health, and various national cuisines carry rich cultural heritage. Additionally, meals can serve as a place to strengthen family bonds, where people share their experiences and thoughts during communal dining. Family meals are particularly important for children’s development. During meals, children not only receive nourishment but also socialize, learn about communication, and understand the value of shared experiences. The beginning of complementary feeding often raises concerns among parents, as many questions arise: when, how, and what foods should…
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“Why is my 6-year-old son worried about death?” – Medical explanation
The various stages of children’s development present numerous emotional challenges. Particularly notable is that young people, typically between the ages of six and nine, often confront the concept of death. This phenomenon can be shocking for many parents, as children may suddenly begin to worry about death, leading them to cry at night or seek refuge near their parents due to their fears. These feelings affect not only the children but also the parents, who often feel unsure about how to respond to the situation. Such fears are natural, and it is important for parents to understand that children’s thinking at this age is not yet mature, and discussing death…
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Motherhood Made Easy – How to Stay Calm During Motherhood?
The modern world presents many challenges for becoming a mother. While our ancestors often relied solely on their experiences and the advice of older generations, today we are inundated with a flood of information about parenting. There are countless books, websites, forums, and community groups on the subject of child-rearing, which can often lead to confusing situations where it is difficult to navigate through the multitude of opinions. These pieces of information certainly come with numerous advantages. It is particularly helpful to see that other mothers face similar challenges as we do. We can find writings on almost everything online and in various literature, from childbirth to breastfeeding to getting…
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My Child is Disabled – Ways to Process the Trauma
The challenges associated with family members with disabilities often deeply affect the lives of families. For parents, siblings, and other relatives, the difficulties that arise in everyday life have significant impacts not only emotionally but also socially and economically. The family dynamics, the development of relationships, and the quality of family life all depend on the extent to which they adapt to the presence of the disabled individual and the care they provide. Relatives living with family members with disabilities often feel isolated, as they frequently do not know where to turn for help. It can be vital to have the right support to manage such situations, which extends not…
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Feelings and Future Possibilities of Patients in a Coma
A comatose state is an extremely serious health condition that can occur for various reasons, most commonly as a result of severe brain injury. This phenomenon makes communication and maintaining emotional connections difficult for the patient and their family members. During a comatose state, the patient does not respond to external stimuli, yet their body remains alive, breathing, and can be nourished. Advances in medical care have significantly increased the chances of survival for those in a comatose state in recent decades. Several factors can trigger a comatose state, such as accidents, strokes, brain infarctions, or brain tumors. These injuries can cause such severe brain damage that the patient’s consciousness…
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Behavioral Difficulties: The Troubled Child
A child’s development involves learning how to express their needs and desires. As little ones become more skilled in speech and movement, they are increasingly able to communicate clearly what they want. As part of this process, it is often observed that children expect adults to fulfill their requests and wishes. This is when challenges begin for adults, as they often do not know how to handle the situation. Children’s behavioral patterns often reflect their family environment. Parents’ examples and the behaviors they observe daily are crucial for little ones. The issue of messiness is particularly central, which is significant from the perspective of a child’s development. When children appear…
