Parents of Children with Kidney Disease | HealthUnlocked

Emergencies and natural disasters can strike at any time. If you have kidney disease, are on dialysis, or have a kidney transplant, being prepared isn't just...

Happy New Year! Sharing this flyer for an upcoming webinar on living donation and kidney paired donor transplants.

Looking for the perfect gift for someone with kidney disease? Find thoughtful and practical ideas for every stage....

Good afternoon! I hope that you are well. I'm supporting my loved one on his journey to finding a living kidney donor. I imagine that many of you may be in...

Holidays can be difficult for individuals with CKD. Tune in to gain insight into the patient holiday experience and how professional teams can provide...

Imagine you're in fifth grade, striving for the perfect attendance award, only to find yourself facing a life-threatening illness. For Kayla St. Pierre, this...

I was wondering if anyone has had this experience. My 16mon old has been on PD since 2mons old. He was doing really well with eating until a few months ago. He...

Hey there guys, my best friend of 40 years has end stage renal kidney diease.He is 47 years old and a powerhouse,.that refuses to crumble and give up. He is...

My son was diagnosed with Posterial Urethreal Valve which led to chronic kidney disease. He’s had multiple surgeries and he is now in the process of increasing...

My daughter is 10 years old and has stage 2. She had a urinary tract infection since she was 4 years old. Every month there was a relapse. We take an...

Dancer, model, and actress–Lily Repace is not your average preteen. She was born with a genetic disorder that caused inner ear and kidney malformations. But...

Dr. Ken Sutha's kidney disease journey began at the age of ten. His experiences navigating kidney disease, undergoing multiple kidney transplants, and...

Pool parties, rock wall climbing, and sleepovers are experiences many may take for granted. Not Maya Zarger. She developed kidney failure as a baby and was...

My daughter was diagnosed with CKD in September. At that time she was stage 2. We just got more testing and she is now stage 3 (almost stage 3B). I hear...

Hi, I'm a parent who is looking for possible answers or similar situations out there. Our 16-year-old son was diagnosed with kidney disease in March 2024....

Affirming care makes it easier for kidney patients in the LGBTQ+ community to stay connected with their health care professionals, and that can save lives....

has anyone declined cytoxan and had success with cellcept in treating kidney injury? My son has had Eculizumab and Rituximab with no success and is now...

It takes immense passion to crusade for social change but even then, it is no match for the zeal of mother on a mission to save her son. That’s exactly how Ada...

At the National Kidney Foundation we are championing the fight KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL - a commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of ALL kidney...

my 16 year old son just started dialysis with a CVC in his chest. What is the best way to secure the red and blue ports when not in use? He is active at...

Hi Anyone had babies undergoing the vesicoamniotic shunt procedure with a successful outcome? My twin boys suffer from megacystis, might have already damaged...

It's National Kidney Month! Celebrate by taking control of your kidney health with eight NKF programs designed to help you do just that. Learn more at:...

Dealing with a chronic illness like kidney disease or kidney failure can take a toll on a person’s mental health. Gary Petingola, a social worker certified to...

In honor of Black History Month we'd like to highlight KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL. This is a patient-focused, community-minded movement dedicated to ensuring that...

Toolkit for Teachers & Parents. We created these lessons and activities with your classroom or home in mind. To receive access to the free materials and learn...

Coping with kidney disease can be difficult. Sometimes you have to think outside the box! Have you considered music or art therapy? Listen today to hear Social...

The Thanksgiving Holiday is almost here! Try these 5 delicious and kidney-friendly recipes with family and friends....

My son will be turning 4 this January and that in and of itself is great news. Nothing is scarier than having just given birth and not knowing what the future...

Hi! I had an ultrasound today at 12w3d and i was told by the ultrasound technician that baby has prominent bilateral urinary blockages, is measuring on the...

Interested in learning more about Chronic Kidney Disease and Treatment Options? Take a look at our two new courses on the Kidney Learning Center! Have...