Children's Wisconsin

Children's Wisconsin We provide the best care for infants, children & teens, no matter how simple or complex the illness.
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Children’s Wisconsin is the region’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. Children’s Wisconsin provides primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers.

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We created the Children’s Wisconsin page as a space to share the inspiring and encouraging stories of our patients, their families and our fans, allowing you a space to connect with other individuals who have experiences with or affinity for Children’s Wisconsin. In this spirit, we welcome your comments, praise and criticism. While we always monitor and reply to messages and comments, it bears repeating that we’re not legally allowed to discuss specific patients via Facebook. If you have questions regarding your child, it’s best to reach out to their doctor directly. Please understand that while we make every effort to respond on social media, some inquiries may require follow-up through another channel. And please don’t share your personal information on our page — this is a public space. If we are requesting contact information from you, we’ll encourage you to provide it via private message. Children’s Wisconsin Facebook Rules of Engagement

We won't remove your comment just because we don't like it. You are part of our community, and you deserve to be heard, even if your comment is critical of your experience with us. With that in mind, we have some simple rules that we’ll apply out of respect for others visiting our page, or those who we may feature in our stories.

1) No name-calling
If you disagree with someone, that’s fine. If you have a criticism of Children’s Wisconsin, we want to hear it as well. But we ask that that you respect each other, our patients, their families and our staff. That means not using vulgar language, not mocking appearances or name-calling other members of the page or those individuals featured in our posts. Out of respect for our employees and their privacy, we may also remove a post or comment that refers to them by their full first and last name.

2) No profanity
We recognize that there’s a fairly broad definition of “profanity,” so we ask that you consider your words in the mindset of whether or not what you say is appropriate to be said around a child. If not, please reconsider posting.

3) No advertising or spam content
If you have something to sell, provide services or want a job, that's for your own page, not ours. Spam, whether to advertise or simply repeat any message multiple times on our Facebook wall, is also prohibited.

4) No copy and paste posting
If you keep posting the same thing (or a variant of the same thing), whether as a post or as a comment, we reserve the right to hide or delete duplicates. This includes efforts to cover messages or opinions of those with who you don’t agree with.

5) No misinformation
We view content posted on our page as a representation of our organization and ultimately our medical perspective, which extends to the comments and posts by our community members. For that reason, we may remove posts that contain misinformation as it relates to medical topics such as – but not limited to – vaccinations, COVID-19, community services and more. Actions we may take

1) On Reviews
We will request Facebook remove reviews from individuals who are not reviewing their own experience with our organization. Just because you have a bad experience and share it in a review does not mean we will request it be removed. We want to hear the bad reviews as much as we want to hear the good ones — we need to know when we’re falling short of our standards. That always matters to us.

2) On posts and comments
We reserve the right to delete posts or comments that violate these rules of engagement, and to block users who repeatedly violate them, or otherwise abuse the forum of the Children’s Wisconsin page.

3) Banning/blocking
As mentioned earlier, we may resort to banning individuals from our page should they continue to engage in toxic, inappropriate content as outlined in these rules.

09/09/2026

Last September, Mason's family thought they were heading to a routine doctor's appointment. Instead, they learned Mason had leukemia.

While cancer changed so much, it didn't change Mason's spirit. On his best days at Children's Wisconsin, he'd declare it a "walking day" and race through the hospital halls, IV pole in tow, stopping to chat with every nurse he met.

Today, Mason is growing stronger every day, thanks to the expert care he received at the Children’s Wisconsin - MACC Fund Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and the support of donors who make that care possible.

This Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, your gift to help kids like Mason receive care will be doubled. Donate today: childrenswi.link/DonateForMason

Growing up with a complex heart condition hasn’t stopped Aubrie from achieving her dreams. She was diagnosed before birt...
09/08/2026

Growing up with a complex heart condition hasn’t stopped Aubrie from achieving her dreams. She was diagnosed before birth with pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum, a rare, complex heart condition in which the valve that carries blood from the heart to the lungs is not fully formed.

Over the years, Aubrie discovered a talent and passion for sports. Balancing practices and games with heart surgeries, imaging and specialist visits hasn’t been easy. But Aubrie’s care team has been there to support her health and her dreams every step of the way!

Heart surgeons at Children’s Wisconsin were able to perform a less invasive surgery than originally planned to help Aubrie’s heart get blood to her lungs more easily, allowing her to continue pursuing her love of sports. While playing catcher on her high school softball team, Aubrie also worked with exercise physiologist Mike Danduran to build strength and learn how to manage her physical endurance limits.

Mike was one of Aubrie’s biggest cheerleaders when she scored the key run that clinched her team’s lead and win in the Division 1 state championship game earlier this year. They’re now the first state softball champions in her school’s history.

“I have learned that having a heart condition doesn't mean you have to give up the things you love or the goals you have for yourself,” said Aubrie. “There have definitely been times when I have had to do things differently than some of my teammates, but that doesn't make me any less of an athlete.”

Now a high school senior, Aubrie has committed to playing softball at UW-Whitewater after graduation. She continues to have follow-up visits with her cardiologist, Dr. Susan Foerster, at the Herma Heart Institute and is working with her care team to transition to our Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program.

Congratulations, Aubrie! You’re the real MVP. 🥎🏆💙

There are many firsts in parenting. And then there is the first broken bone. When Jack fell awkwardly during recess at s...
09/03/2026

There are many firsts in parenting. And then there is the first broken bone.

When Jack fell awkwardly during recess at school, all the other kids could hear the snap. The school quickly called Jack’s mom who rushed to pick him up and take him to the nearest hospital.

“That's kind of a funny thing — if your kid ever breaks a bone, don't even go to the local hospital,” said Jack’s mom. “We were at that hospital for two-plus hours just to get a temporary cast and get sent to Children’s Wisconsin.”

Read this blog post to learn how the expert care at Children’s Wisconsin helped Jack heal from a broken arm and come back stronger than ever.

The fragile bones and still-growing bodies of kids often call for the expertise of pediatric specialists at Children's Wisconsin.

Being in and out of the hospital isn’t easy, but for 19-year-old Lillian, the therapy dogs at Children’s Wisconsin have ...
09/01/2026

Being in and out of the hospital isn’t easy, but for 19-year-old Lillian, the therapy dogs at Children’s Wisconsin have always brought comfort, encouragement and a reason to smile. 🐾💙

After experiencing the support therapy dogs provided during hospital stays and long days of medical appointments, Lillian was inspired to give back. She trained her own dog, Dudley Yuska, to provide pet therapy to those who could use a little extra comfort.

Along with his role as a therapy dog for local nursing homes, Dudley serves as Lillian’s medical alert service dog. Dudley helps Lillian manage symptoms related to Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, a rare genetic condition that causes GI and immune issues. Whether he’s sitting on her lap to reduce stomach cramping, offering a distraction from pain, or showing off one of his 45 tricks, Dudley is always by her side. Lillian uses her expertise to train other dogs as well.

Thank you, Lillian, for turning your experience into a passion that helps others—and to Dudley for being the best boy! 💙

08/31/2026

Whether you’re nursing or pumping, breastfeeding can be hard… and there are people who can help support you. 💗🤱🏽🍼

Kaylee, Jen and Lauren are part of our Children's Wisconsin team that works with breastfeeding parents of kids staying at our Milwaukee Hospital. They’re here to help you sort out myth from fact!

To learn more, check out our refreshed teaching sheets at https://childrenswi.org/breastfeeding.

Meet Lennon and Cleo. 💙 These sisters recently became the first children in the country to receive a newly approved gene...
08/26/2026

Meet Lennon and Cleo. 💙 These sisters recently became the first children in the country to receive a newly approved gene therapy at Children's Wisconsin for a rare genetic form of hearing loss.

We're proud to be the first center in the nation to deliver this treatment outside of a clinical trial. It's an exciting moment for pediatric hearing care and offers new hope for children and families who may benefit from this treatment in the future.

Learn more about this new gene therapy and how Children's Wisconsin is advancing innovative care for kids: https://childrenswi.link/4xoOxh3

08/25/2026

Sometimes the best medicine is music. 🎷🎶 Eric Essix and his band brought soulful contemporary jazz to our Milwaukee hospital plaza, creating a joyful break in the day for patients and families.

Thanks to the creativity and coordination of our Child Life team, kids and caregivers had the opportunity to gather, listen and enjoy a little normalcy through the power of live music.

This special event was made possible through Horicon Bank’s sponsorship and our partnership with Fresh Coast Jazz Festival, helping bring moments of joy and connection to the children and families we serve. 💙

08/21/2026

You can help families like the Pape’s get the critical care they need. When you register today for our Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin event – taking place Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Milwaukee Mile at Wisconsin State Fair Park – your purchase will directly support the expert and compassionate care kids and adults receive at Children’s Wisconsin.

The Papes' journey at Children’s Wisconsin began in 1988 when Andrew's sister, Alyssa, was born with a congenital heart defect and diagnosed with Marfan syndrome, a genetic condition that affects the heart, aorta, eyes and skeletal system. Andrew watched his sister receive incredible care throughout her childhood. Though the family lost sweet Alyssa at 16 due to Loeys-Dietz syndrome complications, a condition closely related to Marfan syndrome, her courage and the care she received shaped the family forever.

When Andrew was diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm at 26, he returned to the Herma Heart Institute at Children's Wisconsin. The newly launched Adult Congenital Heart Program was perfect timing — experts understood his condition and family's complex medical history.

Andrew and Mary's children, Ruby and Oliver, now also receive care at the Herma Heart Institute. They have the same connective tissue mutation as their dad but are thriving thanks to early detection and preventative care. Their yearly appointments have become like family reunions with care teams who've watched them grow.

Register today for Rally Round and make a life-saving difference for families like the Pape’s. Kids are free: https://childrenswi.org/rallyround

Rally Round for Children’s Wisconsin will feature entertainment, activation zones, delicious food and the opportunity for you and your family to enjoy the Milwaukee Mile track to run, walk or roll in honor of loved ones. Many helping hands make this event possible! Thank you to Hyundai and Hyundai Hope On Wheels for sponsoring volunteerism. 100% of money raised through Rally Round will support Children’s Wisconsin research, advocacy, care and education efforts throughout the state. Let’s rally for the kids and families of Wisconsin!

08/21/2026

Wisconsin is currently experiencing a measles outbreak.

Measles is one of the most contagious viruses, and outbreaks can spread quickly in schools and communities. Before your child heads back to class, take a moment to review their immunization records and ensure they're protected.

Kristin Bencik, DO, a Children’s Wisconsin pediatrician, explains why staying up to date on the MMR vaccine is one of the best ways to help keep children healthy this school year. Talk to your pediatrician if you have any questions or concerns about vaccines. We are here to offer information, share our expertise and support you in making informed decisions for your child's health. 💙

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