Upon learning that your baby has a congenital defect, overwhelming feelings of helplessness and grief for the loss of the “perfect” baby are common. We’re here to support you through a difficult situation, provide diagnostic information, listen and familiarize you with resources needed to provide the best outcome possible for you and your baby.
When you visit the Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment for an evaluation, you will tour our facilities, including our 50-bed Newborn/Infant Center, which provides state-of-the-art care for your baby.
The following resources provide information and help you take advantage of the services offered by The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. We hope to make this stressful time in your life a bit easier.
Pregnancy Resources
General pregnancy information and tips for coping with bed rest during pregnancy, breast-feeding, post-partum depression and more
Diagnoses-related Resources
A list of Web sites, books and other support and information specific to your baby’s diagnosis
Traveling to Children's Hospital
Directions and parking information for your trip to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Children's Hospital Resources
Resources for families at Children's Hospital, including the Connelly Resource Center for Families, Outpatient Welcome Center and Outpatient Family Handbook
Local Resources
Housing options for families who need an extended stay, and Philadelphia cultural and recreational resources.