GROW with Shield HealthCare is a pediatric program addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of children with special needs and their families. 

Darla C took on the challenge of caring to a child with a rare disorder and is reaping the sweet reward of watching a small child learn to thrive and love.

Zika Virus and Microcephaly: 4 family blogs offer a bright perspective on parenting a child with microcephaly. Read FAQs on Zika virus and more.

The 6th annual Feeding Tube Awareness Week® will be celebrated worldwide February 7-13, 2016! ​Feeding Tube Awareness Week® was created by the Feeding Tube Awareness Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, to increase awareness of feeding tubes and enteral feeding.   Here’s how you can participate in ​Feeding Tube Awareness Week®:   Join the Conversation on Social… Continue reading Feeding Tube Awareness Week 2016

Shellie L. knows true love when she looks into her daughter’s eyes each morning. Finding out her daughter had a severe form of spinal muscular atrophy was a devastating blow but each day with Aubriana is a blessing that makes her appreciate life. I was 23-years-old when I had my daughter Aubriana. She was my second… Continue reading Caring for a Child with Special Needs: Meet Aubriana

Shield HealthCare's dietitians provide specialized support to help keep children with complex medical needs at home and thriving with their families.

Are you following the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommendations for healthy habits for young children? Check out the AAP's 5-2-1-0 initiative here!

A parent caregiver of a young child works tirelessly to give that child a meaningful and rich life. Often, the strength to keep going is found in the bond between mother and son. AnaLisha R finds her inner hero in her son, Mariano. I am a caregiver for my child Mariano. He is only 16 months old and… Continue reading Caring for a Child with Special Health Care Needs: Meet Mariano

Caring for a child, especially a young one, can be terrifying and rewarding at the same time. Enjoy this heartwarming story with a happy ending.

Watch Shield HealthCare’s Registered Dietitian’s video about how to bolus/syringe feed through your child’s feeding tube.