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Your child has been diagnosed with a liver problem. This sheet describes some of the common signs and symptoms your child may experience. Some mean your child should go to the emergency room. Others are not as serious, but you should still tell your child's doctor the first time you notice them.

A liver biopsy is a quick test that helps see how healthy your child's liver is. Learn more about this procedure, such as why your child may need it, how it's done, possible risks and complications, and when to contact your doctor.

Your child has been diagnosed with a hepatitis infection. Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver. This document covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of a hepatitis B infection.

Your child has been diagnosed with a hepatitis infection. Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver. Many things can cause it. One of the causes is infection with a virus called the hepatitis C virus (HCV). In some cases, hepatitis C goes away on its own. But for most people, hepatitis C is a chronic (lifelong) problem. Hepatitis C almost never causes symptoms until later in the disease. Even so, hepatitis C can cause severe liver damage over time. And a child who has it can pass the virus to others.

During a liver transplant, your child's sick liver is removed and replaced with a healthy donor liver. This sheet will help you and your child know what to expect.

NICU stands for neonatal intensive care unit. Your baby is getting special care. Below are words that you will hear used in the NICU.

Meconium is the sticky stool in the intestine at birth. When it gets into a baby’s lungs, the airways in the lungs become swollen. Here's what you need to know.

Learn about air leaks in a newborn baby, including causes, types, treatment, and long-term effects.

Learn how to protect your newborn baby from cigarette smoke.