Mary Bridge Children's Hospital

04/17/2026

Every April for Autism Acceptance Month, Mary Bridge Children’s honors the experience of children with and encourages understanding and empathy among their families and friends.

Growing awareness and acceptance of autism has helped more families recognize traits and seek diagnosis. Plus, criteria for an autism diagnosis now reflects the range of ways autism can present, including “masking” behaviors that once allowed those with lower support needs to go unnoticed.

It’s also important to note that autism exists on a spectrum, meaning that no two individuals have the same experience with it.

Autism is unique to each individual, no two kids have the same experience with it. Mary Bridge Children's experts explain how families can avoid common sensory triggers and encourage children with ASD to grow, learn and thrive.

04/16/2026

04/06/2026

It's Window Safety Week, and spring weather is on the way. But before you throw open your windows to let the fresh air in, check out some tips to ensure your windows are kid-safe to avoid potential falls.

Window falls are fast, frequent, and preventable--use these tips to secure your home. Stoppers, not screens, protect kids from serious injury.

04/01/2026

The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) of Pierce County is hosting trainings to educate caregivers on internet safety and sexual abuse prevention.

CAC works in partnership with other organizations like the Tacoma Police Department to prevent child abuse, provide healing, and empower the community to interrupt cycles of abuse and neglect. We serve both children and families - supporting kids through age 17 who are suspected victims of abuse. These sessions are free of charge and include sensitive content, learn more and sign up below.

Sexual abuse prevention: https://multica.re/4bUjqjH
Internet safety: https://multica.re/4sE1KA3

03/30/2026

On Doctors’ Day, we celebrate our pediatric physicians across the Mary Bridge network who show up every day with a deep commitment to providing exceptional care for the children in our community. Whether supporting families through routine care or guiding them through more complex challenges, you lead with expertise, compassion, and heart.

💜 Share your appreciation for your favorite doctor in the comments.

03/24/2026

In honor of Nutrition Month, we’re sharing simple, practical tips to help families navigate picky eating with confidence and compassion.

Feeding is a partnership. Caregivers decide what, when, and where to eat, while children decide if and how much to eat. Over time, this balance helps kids grow into confident, independent eaters. Remember: the goal isn’t perfection, it’s progress.

Instead of pressure, focus on creating a calm, supportive environment at mealtimes. Learning to like new foods takes time, and a low-pressure approach gives children the space they need to explore and grow. Most importantly, eating is built on trust - trust in your child to listen to their body, and trust in yourself to provide structure and support.

And remember, you’re not alone on this journey. If feeding feels especially challenging, help is available from pediatric dietitians and feeding specialists. Explore more family feeding resources and tools to support your child’s eating skills: https://multica.re/4qs9F1H

03/23/2026

Consumer Reports recently found that major online retailers were selling unsafe baby products, listing safe products without key safety information, or showing them with photos of unsafe use.

One especially dangerous item is the infant self‑feeding pillow—a cushion that props up a baby’s bottle so they can feed without supervision. Safety groups warn these products pose serious risks, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued multiple recalls and urges caregivers to stop using them immediately.

The Center for Childhood Safety at Mary Bridge Children's urges families to avoid purchasing baby products from third-party sellers online. Learn more.

03/20/2026

Thank you to The Daffodil Festival Princesses Louise, Bentley, Kareliz, and Emerie for stopping by and bringing a bright moment to our young patients on their healing journeys at Mary Bridge. 💛

03/20/2026

We are less than 70 days away from the opening of our new hospital campus! Thank you for your ongoing support, patience and understanding with the various construction impacts

Effective Thursday, March 19, campus wayfinding will change and valet service on Division Avenue will no longer be available. Please check allow extra time to get to your appointments.

Stay up to date with the latest changes on campus, view the latest campus map and parking and wayfinding information here: https://multica.re/3NP2Rh9

03/19/2026

A child life specialist plays a unique and important role in a children’s hospital. Their work centers on helping kids and their families cope with the stress and uncertainty that often come with medical care. By supporting the emotional, social, and psychological needs of our young patients, child life specialists help them continue to grow and thrive, even during challenging moments. https://multica.re/3PG04r2

03/16/2026

You don’t have to break the bank to create nutritious, filling and delicious meals for the whole family. Many key nutrients can be found in inexpensive foods. And with a little creative rethinking of your budget and basket, there are plenty of ways to save some cash and avoid those expensive, spontaneous trips to the store or drive-through.

Mary Bridge Children’s Nutrition Services offers these tips for shopping smarter and filling stomachs. https://multica.re/40znKzy