On Mother’s Day 2017, Kaitlin and Michael welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Claire. The family went home from the hospital, excited to start their new lives together. At home, Kaitlin and Michael noticed that Claire was breathing heavily and acting abnormally fussy. They took her to her one-week check-up, where Claire was treated for colic,... Continue Reading →
Your generosity helps The Children’s Hospital reach milestones Award-winning medical teams at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio strive to provide the best care for patients and families who come to us for life-saving care. In 2018, The Children’s Hospital earned several prestigious designations and recognitions for excellence, proving that its unmatched, high-quality health care... Continue Reading →
Earlier this month, we joined Bartlett Cocke General Contractors for the Miracle Drive Fore Kids golf tournament benefiting The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation. Bartlett Cocke has graciously served as our Presenting Sponsor for the last three years. After a slightly delayed start due to lingering rain showers, golfers teed off around 10 am... Continue Reading →
Every year, 170 local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals identify a “Champion” in each of their local communities to serve as the face for children treated at their local children's hospital. These ambassadors spend their year advocating for the charitable need of children's hospitals across North America. Meet our local 2019 CMNH Champion, Jagger! As our... Continue Reading →
Throughout the month of May, Costco members are called upon to share a smile and support The Children's Hospital of San Antonio as a part of the annual Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Miracle Balloon Campaign. May 1-31, Costco stores throughout San Antonio will have Miracle Balloons on display and at registers to raise vital funds... Continue Reading →
In November of 2017, Anna and Stephen Heimbecker found out their family was growing by two tiny feet. They never anticipated just how tiny those feet would be. When Anna visited her OB-GYN in San Angelo, Texas, for her 20-week sonogram, the physician noticed the baby was much smaller than she should be. Anna's obstetrician... Continue Reading →
#ChildrensHospitalsWeek is a great time to celebrate children's hospitals and what makes them unique. In addition to providing the best care and pediatric services available, The Children's Hospital of San Antonio goes above and beyond to expand programs and services in order to continue meeting the needs of our growing and changing community. March is... Continue Reading →
Throughout March we celebrate the incredible work Child Life does every day at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio. Home to the largest Child Life department in South Central Texas, The Children's Hospital of San Antonio's Child Life specialists create an environment to ease children's fears and provide important emotional and social care to make... Continue Reading →
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Dental disease can lead to difficulty eating, sleeping, paying attention in school and smiling. The American Dental Association (ADA) urges parents to make sure their children brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, eat a balanced diet and see their dentist regularly to address tooth decay in its... Continue Reading →
Your generosity gave Cashlynn a second chance. Seven-year-old Cashlynn woke up on Father’s Day morning, excited for a day of horse riding with her sisters and father, Mike. “She was so excited she didn’t even want to eat breakfast. She quickly drank a glass of orange juice and was on her way outside,” said Mike.... Continue Reading →
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