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𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐤𝐲! We're excited to connect with the biomedical research community and share about groundbreaking discoveries from Seattle Children's Research Institute. 🧬 ⬇️ Link in the first comment! ⬇️ #MedSky #MedTwitter

Take a moment. Breathe. There’s a lot happening around us every day. It’s easy to carry that stress without even noticing. A few slow breaths can help calm your body and reset your mind. For Mental Health Awareness Month, take a mindful moment with Faith Eakin, Mental Health Program Manager at Seattle Children’s, and try this simple breathing exercise. Explore this mindful moment and access the resource in multiple languages here: bit.ly/4t95Rn5

#GiveBIG starts tomorrow, May 5. Help us deliver superior patient care regardless of their family's ability to pay, and donate! We’re teaming up with @VECAElectric. Your gifts will be matched — tripling your impact up to $50,000. wagives.org/organization/s…

On your next Costco run this month, donate to @SeattleChildren at Washington locations to provide care for kids in your community. Every donation at the register makes a big change for all kid-kind!

💙 Patient Family Experience Week Spotlight 💙 Empathy. Excellence. Every time. We’re proud to recognize Kate McFarlane, END Tech II at Seattle Children’s North Clinic, for consistently creating meaningful, compassionate experiences for patients and families. By taking a moment to connect—like greeting children at their level—Kate helps build trust, comfort and respect, even on the busiest days. Thank you for bringing empathy and excellence to every interaction.

Read Seattle Children's statement here: seattlechildrens.org/media/press-re…

Helmets are the best protection against head and brain injury—if they fit correctly and are worn every ride. Seattle Children’s shares how families can get helmet safety right: seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/…

💙 Patient Family Experience Week Spotlight 💙 Empathy. Excellence. Every time. We’re proud to recognize Julius Joy Mendoza, Ambulatory Medical Assistant at Seattle Children’s North Clinic, for creating supportive, compassionate experiences for patients and families. By slowing down, listening fully and finding small ways to connect—whether through a kind word or a simple gesture—Julius helps patients feel seen, heard and at ease. Thank you for bringing empathy and excellence to every interaction.

Early Giving starts now! #GiveBIG and donate on or before May 5 to help us deliver superior patient care regardless of their family's ability to pay. Your gifts will be matched — tripling your impact up to $50,000. bit.ly/4cTIiZ8

Many kids miss preventive care — even while hospitalized. New research shows how hospitals can help close that gap and support children’s health in real time. 🔗 Read the full article: bit.ly/4tz0Cyn

Seattle Children’s performs more congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) repairs than any other hospital in the Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho region. Our high-volume experience means better care for your baby. We are proud to be a leader in CDH surgery. bit.ly/3L7weHu

Diagnosed in utero with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), Cooper’s family traveled to @seattlechildren for lifesaving care. This champ is now celebrating “Round 1” of a long first-year fight. Learn more about his journey: khq.com/khqmd/coopers-…

Tech has changed fast, but kids’ needs have not. Join our ParentEd Talk with Andrea Davis to explore the slow-tech path to thriving kids. 📱❤️ 👉 Sign up here: ow.ly/xGut50YO9VK Thank you to our presenting sponsor, @seattlechildren.

Parenting support matters. Seattle Children’s Positive Parenting Program offers practical tools to support behavior, connection, and family well-being. Learn more: seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/…

Save the date! GiveBIG starts May 5. Help us change the odds for children like Promise across the region. wagives.org/organization/s…

Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day 🎉 Earlier today, Seattle Children’s Administrative Professionals Education & Networking Resource Group (APEN) honored its 2026 APEN Values Award winners—recognizing administrative professionals whose outstanding performance, thoughtful decision-making and meaningful contributions strengthen our teams and help support exceptional care. 💙

Does your teen live with headaches, back pain, or pain that affects sleep or daily life? If you’re 13–17 or a parent of a teen with chronic pain or sleep challenges, you can help shape better pain research and care at Seattle Children’s by joining the Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab Community Advisory Board. 💬 Share your experience  💻 Join online (~2 hrs/month) 💵 Get paid No experience needed 👉 Learn more & sign up: bit.ly/4cg5WPFhttps:/…

It’s Earth Day. At Seattle Children’s, our sustainability work supports the health and well-being of our patients, families, workforce and communities. From reducing waste and improving energy efficiency to building greener spaces for care, this work is directly connected to our mission to provide hope, care and cures. By reducing our impact, we’re helping build a healthier future for every child, today and for generations to come. Learn more about our sustainability efforts: bit.ly/4u6QZqy

2025 was the most successful fundraising year in Seattle Children’s history! From research breakthroughs to clinical expansion, your support helped us provide hope, care and cures to children regardless of their family’s ability to pay. Annual Report available here:bit.ly/3QMi57C

Paws, treats, and well‑deserved thanks 🧡🐾 Our therapy dogs were celebrated for the comfort, calm, and smiles they bring to patients and families every day. We’re so grateful for these four‑legged teammates, their volunteer handlers and the joy they share throughout our hospital.

We donut know how to say thank you enough! 🍩 Thank you to everyone who participated in the Top Pot 5K at Green Lake this weekend. Your support helps Seattle Children’s care for kids and families across our community—and that’s something truly sweet. A special thank‑you to the incredible volunteers and to @Toppot for hosting such a fun, feel‑good event and making it all possible. 💙🍩