Sports Physicals: Q&A with a Pediatric Cardiologist
Learn why sports physicals are essential, how they check heart health, and tips for safely keeping kids active in sports.
Children’s Cardiology Insights
Emmanuel Brings a Fighting Spirit to a Tough Battle
Emmanuel is a heart warrior facing a congenital heart disease diagnosis with strength, resilience, and a powerful fighting spirit. His journey highlights the realities of pediatric heart conditions, complex medical care, and unwavering family support. Read how Emmanuel and his loved ones navigate life with congenital heart disease while inspiring hope for other CHD families.
Preparing for the Financial Aspects of CHD
Facing a CHD diagnosis can be overwhelming – but understanding the financial side shouldn’t add to the stress. In this guide from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Cardiology, we walk through insurance considerations, billing questions, financial assistance options and practical tips to help families prepare for costs associated with congenital heart disease care.
Ellie Reminds Her Family of the Magic of a Good Snuggle
Ellie’s journey with AV canal defect, five open-heart surgeries, and remarkable resilience shows how her family learned to slow down, stay hopeful, and embrace each moment.
Symptoms of CHD in babies, toddlers, preteens, and teens
There are some common symptoms of CHD that may indicate that a child’s heart should be evaluated by a pediatric cardiologist.
Every Little Milestone Counts … Big!
From CICU holidays to first steps — every milestone matters. Follow Ollie’s journey with CHD, from early surgeries to family moments that remind us why celebrating progress, big and small, is so important.
Heart Warrior Mom Turns Fear into Connection and Advocacy
Facing a CHD diagnosis and open‑heart surgery for her newborn, one mom finds community, connection and purpose in advocacy.
The Heart of a Fisherman Never Gives Up
After a congenital heart defect diagnosis and pacemaker surgery, 10‑year‑old Grayson gets back to fishing and life he loves. Read how resilience, pediatric cardiology care and family support helped him keep his passion alive.
Advocating for Other Heart Warriors Helps Jameson’s Family Thrive
Being diagnosed at two days old and the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic with Tetralogy of Fallot caused Jameson’s parents a great deal of fear and anxiety. Since those early days, Jameson’s mom, Jamie, has managed the fear by educating herself about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) and becoming an advocate for her son and other kids experiencing the same thing.
Kids at Heart Connects Families Who “Get It”
From potluck beginnings to a CHD support community of thousands, Kids at Heart connects families who truly understand the journey. Learn how this free program helps heart families build connection, emotional support and shared experiences.