Whether you are about to — or have recently — welcomed a baby born with congenital heart defects, feelings of fear and uncertainty can dominate your days. Being so caught up…
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The Compassion of a Heart Sibling
Did you know that children with a sibling with chronic illness are at a greater risk than average for developing anxiety? Did you know that they often put a positive…
What to Pack for your Baby’s Heart Surgery
If you know your baby is going to be hospitalized for an extended stay after birth you may be wondering, “What on earth do I pack for my baby’s heart…
What is CHD Awareness Week?
February Frenzy Come late January there is a LOT of hype in the heart community about February – “Heart Month” and “CHD Awareness Week” are right around the corner! If…
Waiting for You – Becoming a mother with CHD
Marriage and Motherhood For as long as I can remember it has been my dream to be a wife and mother. God has blessed me with half of my dream….
Indoor Toddler Activities to Avoid Cabin Fever
It’s the peak of Flu/RSV season and 30 degrees outside. You are afraid your toddler’s brain is going to liquefy if he watches any more TV. And if you hear…
How to Survive Life in the ICU
Brad and Elisa Hill spent the first 9 and a half months of their daughter Eden’s life in the hospital. Together they learned the best ways to survive life in…
Non-toy Gifts for Your Heart Warrior
When my son was about 10 months old we transformed our office in the front of the house into a play room. It was great! I organized his little toys…
What is a Child Life Specialist?
On September 23rd, 2019 my six-year-old son, Kane, underwent his second open heart surgery at the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Our Child Life Specialist played such an important…