Fever is a common occurrence in childhood. Patty Sabey, MD, helps parents feel more confident in caring for their child during a fever episode by sharing when and how to treat fever and when to seek medical help.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
New mothers can donate their baby’s umbilical cord blood for public use at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
April is Donate Life Month, and 14-year-old Sina Sulunga-Kahaialii of Hawaii is living proof that organ donation saves lives.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Celiac disease is an inherited autoimmune disorder that affects the digestive process of the small intestine, which is connected to the stomach.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Seventeen-year-old Yujin Kikuchi loves the competitive rush he gets while playing soccer. “I like dribbling best, taking guys on and leaving them in the dust,” he said. “I like creating chances for my teammates, and scoring goals, of course. The field is a great place for me to show my creativity and imagination.” The left winger has left plenty of other players in the dust on his journey to the elite player he is today. He recently graduated from the San Jose Earthquakes academy team...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Breastfeeding is a natural way to nourish your baby, and success often depends on preparation, understanding, and support. Julia Selezneva, MD, a pediatrician and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health – Pediatrics (formerly Altos Pediatric Associates) in Los Altos, shares her insights to help you navigate your breastfeeding journey with confidence. It’s important to note that the positive health effects of breastfeeding are wel...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Before arriving at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford for a stem cell transplant, Phoenix McKenna loved to play sports. Phoenix and her family decided on a stem cell, or bone marrow, transplant to cure her aplastic anemia, a bone marrow failure disorder in which the body doesn’t produce enough red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Phoenix needed frequent transfusions to help stave off excessive bleeding, reduce her risk of infection, and keep her energy up. The stem ...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Stanford Medicine Children’s Health transplant patients, along with their families and care teams, were invited to Oracle Park to enjoy the game.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Dr. Seth Ammerman discusses what he’s seen in mobile health over 20 years, how it has impacted youth in the Bay Area and where the need still lies.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Care-A-Van for Kids at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford have helped make life-saving treatment and medical care accessible to children.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Palo Alto student talks candidly about how she became an advocate for mental wellness in youth.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Several aspects of the Packard expansion project have been improved by the first-hand participation of physicians, nurses, care teams and parents.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
News coverage puts a spotlight on technology upgrades and sustainability improvements.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Hungry visitors and employees can choose whole-grain pasta, frozen yogurt, and lots of fresh fruit and vegetables at Packard Children's cafeteria.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
February 24, 2022 | Stanford Medicine Children's Health| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Pixar animator Andrew Beall shows his drawing of Pixar character ‘Elio’ to Cynthia Meza. At Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, excitement filled the halls as hospitalized young patients anticipated a heartwarming event. In a gesture of compassion and community, the hospital hosted a special screening of Disney and Pixar’s latest original feature film, Elio. Elio centers on a space-obsessed boy with a vivid imagination who embarks on a cosmic adventure, encountering quirky al...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Meet a little girl with ultra-short bowel syndrome and see how far she’s come, thanks to specialized care and a devoted mother.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Pediatrician discusses the importance of early check-ups with your newborn to monitor jaundice, weight gain, and even diaper rash.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Lauren Strelitz, MD, a pediatrician at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health – Pediatrics in Pinole has some tips to help you figure out the best way to deal with rashes.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
The San Jose Sharks Foundation recently awarded a $25,000 grant to support Packard Children’s Mobile Adolescent Health Services,| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
May 21, 2025 | Wendy Healy| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
In planning the expansion of Packard Children’s, architects, contractors, and engineers worked with hospital personnel to integrate design with safety and efficiency.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Lion dancers leaped and bobbed their heads at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford's annual Lunar New Year celebration, ringing in the Year of the Snake.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
