Children's Health Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

02/02/2026

To celebrate International Play Therapy Week, our play therapists are sharing simple activities you can try at home to help kids move, create and connect.

Learn more about the power of play in this podcast episode: https://bit.ly/4rok5QD

01/29/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our Dallas CICU and Plano PICU on earning the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) 2025 Beacon Award for Excellence – Silver!

This recognition was possible because of these teams' tireless dedication, passion and teamwork. Way to go!

01/28/2026

Weeks of stomach pain led to a life-changing diagnosis for Brayden: ulcerative colitis (UC). His condition was so severe, he lost nearly a quarter of his body weight and spent 26 days in the hospital, while his family prayed for a breakthrough.

With expert care at Children’s Health, Brayden’s medications finally worked. As he left the hospital, his team lined the halls to cheer him on. Today, he’s a thriving junior in high school, a licensed driver and a budding photographer. Read Brayden’s full story: https://bit.ly/4q2WWlI

01/23/2026

Update as of Jan. 28: Following the winter weather, Children’s Health has resumed normal operations.

✅All Children's Health clinics, hospitals and locations are open at their normal times.

We'll share updates here and on our website if conditions change. Thank you for your patience as we prioritized the safety of our patients, families and team members. https://bit.ly/3NAwKkV

01/23/2026

Bundle up ❄️ Cold weather is here!
Erika, one of our NICU nurses, shares tips to help keep your baby warm and safe, from smart layering to car seat safety. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WbOgNN

01/21/2026

Looking to stay prepared this cold and flu season?

Dr. Holy Chor, pediatrician at Children’s Health Primary Care, shares five essentials to have on hand for common symptoms.

01/19/2026

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through service. Our team members joined volunteers at MLK Fest 2026 for a neighborhood cleanup. We’re grateful for everyone who came together to support the community.

01/16/2026

Our Patient Ambassador Abbey had a blast challenging the Dallas Stars to a drawing competition and the results were epic! 💚 🏒

01/15/2026

Legend lives up to his name. Born three months early and facing life-threatening complications, he received specialized care at Children’s Health. With the support of an expert team, he’s now a joyful 4-year-old who loves dinosaurs and playing with his twin sister. Read his remarkable journey: https://bit.ly/3LuzsYn

01/13/2026

Ever wonder how your gifts and interests could make a difference? Max uses his love of gaming to help our patients pause, unwind and just enjoy being a kid. 🎮🎈

Turn what you love into impact. Become a volunteer at Children’s Health: https://bit.ly/4ceLsFb

01/12/2026

Since it's award show season, we'd like to recognize just a few of the many stars in our midst. ⭐

01/09/2026

As families settle back into routines and daycare classrooms fill up again, germs tend to spread fast. 🤧 While you can’t prevent every illness, there are ways to reduce your child’s risk. Dr. Carla Garcia Carreno, Director of Infection Prevention and Control at our Plano campus shares simple tips with Care.com to help kids stay healthier at daycare: https://bit.ly/49auERa

Explore effective ways on how to prevent daycare sickness and minimize the risk of infections for your little one.