Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

The miracle is our network. Thanks to the support of our corporate partners, donors, program participants, and community members, our member hospitals can provide best-in-class care for their patients and families. #ChangeKidsHealth

Charleigh was five years old when she and her brothers were placed into emergency foster care. Due to her critical condition, she was admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit at Sanford Health and the doctors gave her less than 12 hours to live. She was diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare but potentially fatal condition that causes the body to attack itself. Charleigh remained in the hospital for over two months, and during this time, the children’s hospital staff became her family. A few months later, Kathy and Jared decided to foster Charleigh, fully aware that she was still undergoing treatment for HLH including chemotherapy, had almost all of her teeth removed, had serious mental health issues, needed corrective oral surgery, and had a host of other diagnosis. Over the course of her oncology, oral maxillofacial, psychology and dermatology visits, Charleigh never complained. By the following summer, Charleigh was able to ‘ring the bell’ as she finished her treatment of HLH. The year that Kathy and Jared officially adopted Charleigh and her brother, she asked if she could give all of her Christmas presents to the kids at Sanford Children’s Hospital – Fargo. Now, Charleigh is in the fifth grade, enjoying playing basketball and her HLH diagnosis appears to be in remission. Thanks to donations to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Charleigh’s medical and psychosocial needs were met with highly specialized programs.

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When Fynnley’s mom went in for a routine ultrasound at 35 weeks pregnant, doctors immediately realized something was wrong. Her baby was in fetal distress and she was transferred to PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend, a hospital an hour away from home with a level III neonatal intensive care unit. An emergency delivery became necessary for the baby’s survival and she needed to be in a hospital equipped to provide critical infant care. Fynnley was born and diagnosed with VACTERL Association, a condition that presented multiple complex birth defects including esophageal atresia. The medical team at RiverBend went above and beyond to help keep Fynnley alive, ensuring she received critical respiratory support and nutrition through feeding tubes. After having 19 surgeries in her first 18 months of life, Fynnley is now a thriving two-year-old, full of boundless energy and endless joy. She is able to eat, run, and play without any restrictions. Though she will always carry the many scars from her experience, she tackles life with enthusiasm, determination, and resilience. Donations to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals helped Fynnley have access to lifesaving equipment and care.

Do you ever have a moment playing with your child when a tiny thing sparks a worry? Nolan's family remembers the moment that changed everything. Stay tuned as we continue to share Nolan’s story. 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes Convenience Stores support CMN Hospitals to help kids like Nolan. Stop by your local store and donate at the register to help #ChangeKidsHealth to change the future in your neighborhoods! #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #7Cares

At twenty-four weeks pregnant, Carlie’s water broke and she delivered twins with an emergency C-section: Jameson Paul and Everly June. Each baby had a full team of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) doctors at Saint Vincent Hospital. Two days after his birth, and after a successful heart surgery, Jameson went into cardiac arrest. He passed away peacefully in his dad’s arms. Everly stayed in the NICU in Pittsburgh for two weeks to monitor her vitals before she could be weaned off of the ventilator. She was transferred to Saint Vincent Hospital in Erie, where she stayed for three months. The neonatal team worked around the clock to care for her bradycardia episodes, bowel issues, and the fluid that built up in her lungs. At three months, she weighed seven pounds and was strong enough to go home. She was taken off the heart monitor at nine months old. She received heart surgery at the age of two, ear tubes at the age of three, and a hernia surgery at the age of four. Now in Kindergarten, Everly is excited to go to school, even as she battles chronic lung disease. Her parents call her their little miracle. Donations to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals provided life-saving medical equipment during Everly’s NICU journey.

Happy 4th of July week! Celebrate freedom AND children's health! Donate at Walmart or Sam's Club to help kids treated at our member children's hospitals. #SparkGood #ChangeKidsHealth

For more than 10 years, fifteen-year-old Madison has been going to Arnot Health every three weeks to receive transfusions for Thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder. As a toddler, Madison and her sister, MaeLeigh, who also share the diagnosis, dreaded needles. They have found comfort with advanced technology like a vein finder along with activities on an iPad, Oculus, and video gaming systems to ease her mind during her treatment. Their family says they “cannot thank you enough for continuing to make miracles happen at Arnot Ogden Medical Center.” The highly educated staff has been essential to her care and now she’s an active teenager. Funding from Children Miracle Network Hospitals offers children like Madison and MaeLeigh access to life-saving treatment and care.

Today, we are pleased to announce the addition of three Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Board of Trustees, Craig Aasved, MBA, FACHE, CEO at Shodair Children's Hospital, Treasa Bowers (she/her/hers), Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at 7-Eleven, and Adam Starkman, President and CEO at Canada's Children's Hospital Foundations. These new members bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the nonprofit’s vision: change kids’ health to change the future. https://lnkd.in/ga8jATux

Are you craving something sweet? You can enjoy your favorite DQ® treat while making a difference! Visit a participating Dairy Queen location now through July 24 to buy a miracle balloon which provides you with special offers and needed funds to local member Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals®. Your support saves lives and protects the health of future generations.