Perinatal Palliative Care and Bereavement
CHOP offers perinatal palliative care services to support families who learn that their baby is at high risk of dying either before or shortly after birth.
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Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Newborn/Neonate
Newborn babies and babies born prematurely may show different behaviors when they are irritable, uncomfortable or stressed. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Toddler
Toddlers may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your School-age Child
School-age children may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Recognizing and Managing Pain in Your Teen
Teens may display different behaviors when they are in pain or uncomfortable. Here are the signs to look for.
Opioids for Pain Relief
A doctor may prescribe an opioid pain medicine (also called a narcotic) for your child. Learn more about how opioids work.
Frequently Asked Questions for the Recently Bereaved
Review frequently asked questions for the recently bereaved.
Imagination for Relaxation
The ability to think in images or pictures is a skill that comes easily to children and teens, and can also be helpful for pain management.
Children’s Project on Palliative/Hospice Services
CHiPPS identifies, develops and shares practical strategies that advance care for children and families coping with life-threatening conditions, dying and bereavement. English and Spanish brochures available.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) provides advocacy, education and other services to improve the lives of all people affected by rare diseases.