Children's Nebraska

02/25/2026

The Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children's Nebraska is powered by caring, compassionate team members who know how to best relate to children, teens and families experiencing mental health challenges. Hear more from Kaylee Mihulka, a behavioral health tech, on the meaningful impact she makes in the lives of young patients.

Learn more about the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at ChildrensNebraska.org/BHWC.

02/23/2026

Children’s Nebraska is grateful to have been selected as a recipient of Pediatric Mental Health Initiative funding from Valvoline Inc., totaling $100,000. These funds are a part of a larger community impact initiative by Valvoline called “Happy to Help," supporting pediatric mental health efforts at Children’s Miracle Network hospitals across the country.

Children’s portion of the funds will support Zero Su***de training for team members, strengthening su***de prevention protocols. The Zero Su***de Framework is a national model that takes a comprehensive, systemwide approach to su***de prevention in pediatrics. All behavioral health services at Children’s are available under one roof at our nationally distinctive Behavioral Health & Wellness Center.

Thank you to Valvoline Inc. for generously helping us further our mission to improve the lives of children!

02/20/2026

Last weekend was a very special experience for 9-year-old True, a patient of Children's Nebraska’s Criss Heart Center. 👑 This heart warrior was crowned the American Heart Association - Nebraska's 2026 Heart Prince, representing the many children and families who face the challenges of congenital heart disease.

We are grateful to partner with the AHA to raise awareness and funding in support of heart research, which changes the lives of countless young patients for years to come. ❤️ Watch to learn more on True’s story, including interviews with his parents — Children’s pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist Dr. Amy Beethe and her husband, Ryan — as well as True’s pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Jason Cole.

02/20/2026

The Omaha Supernovas served up smiles for patients and families on Wednesday, paying a visit to Children's Nebraska's main hospital campus. Watch to see how the 'Novas made it a special experience for children like 5-year-old Ruby -- one of the many patients who spent the afternoon crafting bracelets, playing games and making new friends.

02/19/2026

Children’s Nebraska patients and families enjoyed a special visit today from Omaha Supernovas players, coaches and front office staff. The team signed autographs, played trivia and joined in volleyball-themed crafts, games and activities organized by our Child Life team.

Thank you to our new ‘Nova friends for making it a fun afternoon for the kids and families in our care! 💙🏐🩷

02/16/2026

The Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children's Nebraska offers an environment specifically designed to support children, teens and their families in their healing journeys through mental health challenges. Hear from Jes Felder, a Child Life Specialist in Children's Emergency Department, on the way our pediatric behavioral health facility is meeting the needs of the community's youth and families.

Learn more about the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at ChildrensNebraska.org/BHWC.

02/13/2026

When a child needs immediate, life-saving care for a serious injury, Children's Nebraska's team stands at the ready. In becoming Nebraska's first and only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in 2025, departments across the organization have elevated their care and services to meet children and families with the most complex and critical needs.

Watch to learn more and hear why local first responders trust Children's team to help get kids back from trauma to triumph.

02/13/2026

This week's episode of KETV NewsWatch 7's Chronicle focused on Heart Month, encompassing stories from around the community. Follow this link to hear more about:

Follow this link to hear more about:

❤️ Congenital heart disease from Children's Nebraska's division chief of Pediatric Cardiology Dr. Jeffrey Delaney
❤️ Children's pediatric electrophysiologist Dr. Matt Sorensen's advocacy of a legislative bill to bring cardiac emergency response plans to schools statewide
❤️ The very special story of 9-year-old True, a patient of the Criss Heart Center — including interviews with his father, Ryan, and mother, Children’s pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist Dr. Amy Beethe, as well as his cardiologist, Dr. Jason Cole

February is American Heart Month.Did you know that heart disease is Nebraska and Iowa's leading killer and is responsible for over a quarter of deaths?

02/11/2026

Meet 9-year-old True, a patient from Children's Nebraska and the American Heart Association - Nebraska's 2026 Heart Prince! True and his family will be honored this weekend at the Omaha Heart & Stroke Ball, representing the 1 in 110 children impacted by congenital heart disease each year. ❤️👑

Children's Criss Heart Center team is proud to serve patients and families across the region, and our long-standing partnership with the AHA helps raise awareness and funding to support research for so many cardiac patients just like True.

Watch the full story from KETV NewsWatch 7's Bill Schammert at https://www.ketv.com/article/a-true-inspiration-imperfect-heart-leads-omaha-boy-to-adoption/70274282.

02/07/2026

For National Wear Red Day, our Criss Heart Center team dressed in their best for the heart community today! ❤️

Children’s Nebraska provides comprehensive cardiac care and programs for children and adults with congenital and acquired heart conditions, and we are proud to serve patients and families across the region. Learn more about Children’s expert Heart team at ChildrensNebraska.org/Heart.

02/06/2026

As designs came together for the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children's Nebraska, it was a priority to garner input from young people who could consider the facility through the eyes of a child. Students from Omaha Public Schools' Bryan High School – along with others from Omaha-area Hope Squad programs and community partner groups – played a special role in the selection of furniture, nature-themed decor, colors and textures to support a healing environment.

Watch to hear how Bryan students influenced the center's calming design and integrated the experience into their academic journeys.

Learn more about the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at ChildrensNebraska.org/BHWC.

02/03/2026

When a child or teen is facing a mental health challenge, immediate support can make all the difference. That's where the team at the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children's Nebraska comes in – offering the right care at the right time. Hear from Dr. Jennifer McWilliams, Children's division chief of Pediatric Psychiatry, on why she's proud to be part of a team that provides hope and opportunities for kids and families to thrive.

Learn more about the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at ChildrensNebraska.org/BHWC.