The image shows a tall, modern hospital building with a red cross symbol near the entrance. Text in bold white lettering reads, "When seconds matter." Below, a caption explains how research improves emergency care for children. Trees and a clear sky frame the building.

Accessible flyer for pediatric emergency care. Includes text emphasizing the importance of timely, evidence-based care. Highlights points on pediatric emergencies being critical, necessity of quick medication calculations, and research addressing care barriers. Features a hospital building image at the bottom.

A flyer featuring an image of a hospital building with "EMERGENCY" in red letters. Text highlights include: "Turning Research Into Faster, Safer Care" and information on research in pediatric emergency care. Key points include identifying gaps, expanding national collaboration, strengthening clinical decision-making, and supporting evidence for safer, consistent care.

A person hugs a child in a medical or healthcare setting. The text titled "Research Saves Kids' Lives" emphasizes the importance of measuring and focusing on safe care for children. Bullet points discuss how research influences clinical standards, reduces unnecessary testing, strengthens prevention and safety, benefits families, and improves outcomes over time.

When seconds matter, research guides care. ⏱️
From the ambulance to the ER, pediatric emergency research helps clinicians deliver faster, safer decisions for kids when it matters most.
Learn More: https://bit.ly/41FwWTO

A group of four people smiling and hugging while standing outdoors near the ocean. The image includes text that reads, "Parent trusted since 1907" and "Mental Wellness." There is also additional text about supporting children's mental health.

A person sitting on a bench with a child, engaging in conversation. The background includes trees and a playground. The accompanying text, titled "Stay Connected," highlights the importance of regular check-ins with children and teens, discussing mental health, trust-building through open-ended questions, and the value of listening without rushing to solve problems.

A group of people with backpacks stands on a hill, looking at a scenic view surrounded by nature. Below the image, text titled "Support the Basics" highlights the importance of sleep, movement, and healthy routines for emotional well-being. It suggests sleep durations for different age groups and emphasizes the benefits of daily physical activity.

In the image, two people are sitting and talking in what looks like a living room. One is sitting on a couch while the other is seated on an ottoman. The text beside them highlights the importance of building coping skills and seeking support. Key points include acknowledging stress, finding healthy coping strategies like creative activities and outdoor time, understanding the importance of discussing suicidal thoughts, and recognizing suicide as a significant cause of death for youths. It emphasizes that trusted adults and community resources are valuable for early intervention.

Mental wellness doesn’t come from one big moment—it’s built through everyday connection, routines, and support. Seattle Children’s shares practical actions families can take to support kids’ and teens’ mental health: www.seattlechildrens.org/healthy-tides/mental-wel...

Pediatrician and The New York Times bestselling author Dr. Cara Natterson says this is one of the most misunderstood moments in a boy’s life — and parents have more power to stay connected than they think. ✨
👉 Register for the Zoom webinar and video access now: ParentMap.com/cara

Join the Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab Community Advisory Board flyer. Image of four people hugging on a beach. The left section lists activities: sharing research ideas online, attending virtual meetings, and receiving training. The right section outlines symptoms for parents/guardians of youth: repeated headaches, persistent back pain, frequent abdominal pain, and pain impacting daily life. Contact email provided for application.

Is your child living with chronic or frequent pain?
Seattle Children’s is inviting parents/guardians of youth living with chronic pain to join the Community Advisory Board—where lived experience helps improve pediatric pain research and care.

👉 Learn more & apply:
https://bit.ly/4cg5WPF

This image features a collection of illustrated items for a family trip, such as luggage, a teddy bear, travel books, a plane ticket, and small bags, arranged around a central text. The text highlights that family trips often face unexpected challenges and emphasizes the importance of planning to manage health concerns. Additionally, there is a photograph of Mollie Greves Grow, MD, MPH, alongside her tips for parents planning to travel with children. The source is credited to seattleschild.com, author Cheryl Murfin.

A person stands next to a large orange suitcase adorned with travel stickers. They are holding a clipboard. A large shield and a first aid kit are nearby. The text includes travel health planning tips, such as researching health risks, scheduling medical visits, confirming vaccinations, purchasing insurance, and starting planning early.

Here's a possible alt text for the image: "Illustrated guide titled 'Pack Smart' emphasizes the importance of bringing familiar medications and supplies for travels. The checklist includes regular medications, written prescriptions, age-appropriate OTC meds, inhalers with spacers, and oral rehydration or electrolytes. Illustrated items include a water bottle, prescription papers, a backpack, and medications. Source: seattleschild.com, Author: Cheryl Murfin."

An infographic titled "Be Ready for the Unexpected" provides tips for traveling with kids, especially regarding health. Key points are: keep screenshots of medical records, have a food and water safety plan, reinforce hand hygiene, plan for chronic conditions like asthma and allergies, and avoid sedating medications for flights. The image includes icons of a checklist, a smartphone, and a medical cross symbol. The source is seattleschild.com, authored by Cheryl Murfin.

Travel season is here. 🌍
Before you pack the snacks and swimsuits, take a few minutes to plan for your child’s health on the go. These simple tips can make all the difference if illness or injury pops up while traveling.
👉 Read more: www.seattleschild.com/travel-health-tips-for-k...

Join the Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab Advisory Board flyer. Five people sit and chat on a bench, smiling and engaging. The flyer invites individuals aged 18-24 who experience repeated headaches, persistent back pain, frequent abdominal pain, or pain impacting daily life, to join. Tasks include sharing research feedback online, attending virtual meetings, and receiving training. Payment for time is mentioned. Contact information is provided for application.

Living with chronic or frequent pain?
Seattle Children’s Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab is inviting young adults 18–24 to partner with researchers and help shape the future of pediatric pain care.

👉 Learn more:
https://bit.ly/4ce9xxz

Run for a cause!🏃‍➡️ 🏃‍♀️‍➡️ 🏃‍♂️‍➡️

Join Seattle Children’s for Top Pot Doughnuts Dash on Sunday, April 19! Proceeds will benefit Uncompensated Care.

So, what are you waiting for? Register today at runsignup.com/Race/WA/Seattle/TopPotDo...

Ready, set, go!

A colorful flyer for joining the Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab Youth Advisory Board. It includes a description of tasks like providing feedback, attending virtual meetings, and receiving training. It outlines benefits such as impacting daily life and well-being through addressing repeated headaches and abdominal pain. The flyer is aimed at youths aged 13-17 and provides a contact email for applying.

Living with headaches, back pain, or pain that affects your daily life?
If you’re 13–17, you can help shape better pain research and care at Seattle Children’s by joining the Pediatric Pain & Sleep Lab Youth Advisory Board.

👉 Learn more & sign up:
https://bit.ly/4cg5WPF

Researchers at Seattle Children’s Research Institute are uncovering why some children are more vulnerable to severe, virus‑triggered asthma attacks.

By studying airway immune responses, this work opens the door to predicting risk earlier.

Explore the full research article. bit.ly/4dGbp4w

Researchers at Seattle Children’s Research Institute are uncovering why some children are more vulnerable to severe, virus‑triggered asthma attacks.

Explore the full research article. www.seattlechildrens.org/research/fea...

TODAY’S THE DAY! Don’t forget to #DipIt4Kids when you visit participating Dairy Queen locations. For just $1, you can support Seattle Children’s and help kids in your community get the critical care they need. #FreeConeDay

Did someone say FREE ice cream? 👀 On March 19th, enjoy a free cone at participating Dairy Queen locations. Plus, dip your cone for $1 to support Seattle Children's.

Seattle nurse and para Nordic skier Erin Martin earns spot at 2026 Winter Paralympics A registered nurse at Seattle Children’s Hospital, Martin took up para Nordic skiing after a spinal cord injury and began competing in the sport in early 2020.

Seattle Children’s is proud to celebrate one of our own! Seattle Children’s nurse care manager Erin Martin will compete with Team USA at the 2026 Winter Paralympics. We can't wait to see her represent the PNW in Italy! https://bit.ly/4sNkFs7

Dr. Fernández and translator Rafael are leading the charge with a new Urology Spanish Curriculum for Clinical Interpreters to give clinical interpreters the specialized tools to succeed. By empowering our interpreters, every patient feels understood and supported.

Celebrate Black History Month with Seattle Children’s Black and African Heritage Network and Friends Connection Group! Discover unique goods, and celebrate community, culture, and connection.

With Dignity: Rooted in History Rising through Community YouTube video by Seattle Children's

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. With Dignity: Rooted in History Rising through Community live stream. Come celebrate the legacy of Odessa Brown, uplift voices of Black community leaders and healthcare advocates. https://bit.ly/4rnt3hn

We are proud to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare 60-year event representing leadership and momentum.

Sending out some BIG love from the smallest hearts at Seattle Children’s. Our tiniest patients wish you a very Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re so grateful for our NICU nursing staff and their careful crafting so our littlest patients can celebrate their very first Valentine’s Day!

This Black History Month, Seattle Children’s Black and African Heritage Network and Friends invites you to experience an installation at the Seattle Children’s Family Resource Center highlighting travel, food, and Black-owned businesses.

On Blue Friday Eve, patients, families and staff came together to raise the 12th Flag in celebration of the Seattle Seahawks. Your Seattle Children's 12s are cheering you on. #GoHawks, bring home the Super Bowl!

Our therapy dogs aren’t just paws-itive, they’re paw-sitively cheering on the Seahawks! Let’s go, 12s! 🏈

Calling all 12s!

Consider supporting Seattle Children’s with a gift of $12, $120, or any amount that’s meaningful to you. Every contribution helps provide hope, care and cures for our patients and their families. give.seattlechildrens.org/give/284150/

Pediatric experts came together through the National Academies to strengthen NIH funding and accelerate child-focused research. Proud to see Seattle Children’s SVP & Chief Scientific Officer Vittorio Gallo, PhD contribute his lifelong commitment to kids’ health.
Explore the report: shorturl.at/mqEmH

Please join us in congratulating Jackie Estrada, winner of the 2025 Odessa Brown Ken Feldman Award. When Jackie saw that language barriers were limiting access to care, she took action—helping transform how Spanish-speaking families connect with Seattle Children’s.

Today, Seattle Children’s honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by turning reflection into action—through compassionate care, innovative research and a commitment to health equity.

Dropping in with some smiles for your afternoon ☺️

Last month, our team spent an evening crafting and sharing their love of hockey with patients at @seattlechildrens.org! Thank you to the team at SCH for having us!

𝐀 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭, 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐝!

Thanks to our friends at Comicare, Supergirl and Captain America stopped by our Inpatient Playroom earlier this week, spreading smiles, laughter, and a little superhero magic with Seattle Children’s patients.

Because of our donors and volunteers, the holiday season was filled with moments of care and connection. Thank you for being there for our patients and families.

There’s still time to make a year-end gift and qualify for a 2025 tax deduction. Your gift to the Uncompensated Care Fund will give families in our region the ability to focus on their child, not the cost of care. Donate now.   https://bit.ly/42ykxBY

From newborns to young adults and expectant parents who learn their baby may have a heart concern, Seattle Children’s Renton Cardiology team is here to help every step of the way. https://bit.ly/44YdrHZ