What is Spina Bifida?
Spina Bifida is the most common permanently disabling birth defect in the United States. It occurs when a baby's spine fails to close properly during the first months of pregnancy. This causes full or partial paralysis and on-going medical challenges. However, most born with Spina Bifida can expect to live happy and fulfilling lives. More Facts about Spina Bifida...
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Young Family Support Group
The Young Family Support Group meets on the third Monday of most months at 6:30pm at various Cincinnati Children's Hospital Outpatient sites around the city. Parents gather over pizza to share information, experiences and suppport in an informal setting. The group often invites an adult with Spina Bifida or family member of an older child to attend and provide their personal perspective on an issue pertaining to SB. Or a professional in the field may be asked to come and share his or her knowledge. Children and siblings are encouraged to attend and will engage in therapeutic play under the supervision of volunteers from the therapeutic division of Cincinnati Recreation Commission during the meeting.
If you would like to join this group, please contact Su Hansbauer at 513-289-8613 or email her at shansbauer@sbacincy.org.
