Dayton Children's Hospital

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month and although we’re not a birthing hospital, we’re committed to supporting families affected by pregnancy and infant loss, recognizing that this journey impacts every stage of life. “While statistics tell us that 1 in 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage and 1 in 160 ends in stillbirth, these numbers only scratch the surface of the real impact," says Maleka James, Infant and Child Wellness Initiatives Project Manager. "Each number represents a story—a family who has loved and lost a child, with lives forever changed.” Our efforts include: ⭐ Partnering with community organizations to reduce infant mortality and improve maternal and infant health outcomes. ⭐ Providing legacy boxes with keepsakes, grief support literature, and resources for families who experience infant loss at our hospital. ⭐ Hosting memorial events throughout the year to help families remember, grieve, and express love for their lost loved ones. At Dayton Children’s, we're here for all that matters to you—including the moments of loss and healing. Learn more about our commitment to supporting families in our blog linked below.

We had a great Halloween party with Spirit Halloween and our patients this month! Kids were were able to play games and pick out their very own costumes! 👻🎃 Thank you Spirit Halloween for continually creating magic for the kids at Dayton Children’s and raising over $580,000 since 2011 in your stores! #spiritofchildren #spirithalloween #halloween #aboveandbeyond4kids #daytonchildrenshospital #daytonchildrens @spirithalloween @spiritofchildren

Dayton Children’s was proud to shine a “spotlight” on children’s mental health as participants of “The Spotlight” event hosted at the University of Dayton Arena earlier this month The Town Hall event was held in honor of Jayda Grant, daughter of University of Dayton head coach Anthony Grant, and was a powerful call to action for greater support of children’s mental health. We were honored to provide attendees with free resources and spread the word about On Our Sleeves, the movement for children’s mental health. Our chief of psychiatry and associate chief medical officer, Dr. Kelly Blankenship, joined as a panelist to share how we can all come together to better support children’s mental well-being. We hope this event inspired others to break the stigma around children’s mental health as part of the #OnOurSleeves Movement. Join the movement today by visiting: https://bit.ly/4eEHWp0 #DaytonChildrensHospital #DaytonChildrens

Join us in celebrating Destry Fallen, our Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, for being honored as a 2024 Leader in Diversity by the Dayton Business Journal! 🏆 This award recognizes Destry’s exceptional efforts to promote and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at Dayton Children's and throughout our community. Destry has led the creation of a more inclusive and equitable workplace through initiatives like the DEI ambassador program, Employee Resource Groups, and community partnerships. At Dayton Children's, we are proud to embrace a mosaic of employees and partners who reflect diverse backgrounds, styles, and perspectives, working together to serve our children and families better. This award is a testament to Destry’s commitment to empowering our workforce and fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, understood, and included. Congratulations, Destry, and thank you for your dedication and ongoing leadership in making a positive impact on social justice, equality, and diversity! 🎉 Read more about Destry's leadership in diversity here: https://bit.ly/4hkhEKH * * * #DEI #WeAreDaytonChildrens #DaytonBusinessJournal #DBJDiversityAwards #DaytonChildrens #DaytonChildrensHospital

Could your child be masking their true feelings? Just like the costumes we wear for Halloween, kids sometimes use 'masks' to cover up what they're really feeling. For example: 🎃 They may look mad but they're feeling scared inside. 🎃 They may be acting silly, but they're really feeling embarrassed. 🎃 They may seem happy on the outside but they're feeling anxious on the inside. What’s behind the mask might surprise you! Save these three ways to spot these ‘disguises’ from a children's mental health expert. Read our full blog about helping your child unmask their true emotions here: https://bit.ly/4dZaOr7 * * * * #OnOurSleeves #DaytonChildrensHospital #DaytonChildrens #conversationstarters #operationconversation #childrensmentalhealth #mentalhealth #emotionalwellbeing

Wow! 💙 Thank you for making it another incredible year for K99.1FM Cares for Kids Radiothon! We are so appreciative of your generosity that raised a final total of $166,700 which will help purchase high-tech Giraffe Omnibeds for our tiniest patients in the NICU at Dayton Children’s. Your support means the world to us and the kids who come to Dayton Children’s each day. Over the past 27 years, the K99.1FM Cares for Kids Radiothon has raised over $6 million. 🎉 Thank you Nancy and Woody, and the K99.1FM team, our presenting sponsor Joseph Airport Toyota Hyundai, all of our sponsors and especially thank you to our Miracle Makers! 🌟 Miss Radiothon yesterday but still want to donate? It's not too late! Visit: https://lnkd.in/g59rfiDm * * * * #MyDaytonChildrensBaby #DaytonChildrensHospital #Radiothon #aboveandbeyond4kids #cmn #nicu #daytonohio #childrensmiraclenetwork #nicubaby #kidscantwait #daytonchildrens

It’s not too late to show your support in honor of Charli's incredible journey below for the 27th Annual K99.1FM Cares for Kids Radiothon by making a donation today: https://lnkd.in/gvkNhWjJ Charli came into the world at a mere 24 weeks, weighing only 1lb 0.6oz. At just 4 weeks old, she required surgery, and our specialized team transported her to the NICU at Dayton Children's in our mobile intensive care unit to ensure her safe arrival. In the NICU for 140 days, Charli was able to heal and grow in an optimal environment that was just right for her thanks to the our high-tech Giraffe Omnibeds! Your support helps provide these beds that not only simulate the mother’s womb but they enable minimal touch and reduce stress to the baby during care. They also give parents what matters most to them - close, comfortable access to their baby, along with family-friendly updates on their baby’s progress. 💙 Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children like Charli! * * * #DaytonChildrensHospital #Radiothon #aboveandbeyond4kids #cmn #nicu #daytonohio #childrensmiraclenetwork #K991Radiothon #kidscantwait #nicubaby

Tune in tomorrow as the 27th Annual K99.1FM Cares for Kids Radiothon hosted by Nancy Wilson and Woody kicks off with the goal of to help purchase Giraffe Omnibeds for our tiniest patients in the NICU! Can’t tune in? No problem! Give today and all donations received before the start of Radiothon tomorrow will be matched by our partners at Pepsi! To give now visit: https://lnkd.in/g59rfiDm. Your support helps provide these high-tech beds that not only simulates the mother’s womb but they enable minimal touches, reduce stress to the baby and provide the optimal environment for healing for babies! These beds also give parents what matters most to them - close, comfortable access to their baby, along with family-friendly updates on their baby’s progress. 💙 #DaytonChildrensHospital #Radiothon #aboveandbeyond4kids #cmn #nicu #daytonohio #childrensmiraclenetwork

At Dayton Children’s, we believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. This Disability Employment Awareness Month, we proudly hosted the “Seat at the Table” luncheon, providing an open opportunity for any employee to come together and learn about the experiences of those living with disabilities, both visible and invisible! Our goal is to ensure all employees feel supported and empowered, no matter their abilities. We’re grateful to everyone who joined the luncheon, embraced open conversations with colleagues and were eager to learn something new. A special shout-out to employee Morgan Penrod, who introduced us to the 'spoon theory'—a concept created by blogger Christine Miserandino in 2003 to explain how daily tasks and work can impact a person living with a chronic illness or disability. This understanding helps us to communicate better and provide even stronger support for each other and our patients. We grow as an organization when we learn from one another, and events like this help us understand what matters to our fellow employees and our patient families. That’s why this luncheon holds a special place in our culture. It embodies our belief that by focusing on what matters to you, we can each make a meaningful difference for everyone! Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by visiting our website: https://bit.ly/3NAbd8M #DEAM #DisabilityAwareness #DEI #WeAreDaytonChildrens #DaytonChildrensHospital #DaytonChildrens

It’s an honor to have earned silver recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ health organization! This distinction acknowledges organizations that are prioritizing the well-being and professional fulfillment of physicians. 🎉 Dayton Children’s has been uniquely focused on staff wellbeing after the pandemic left health care workers on the edge of burnout. To respond, the hospital deployed several initiatives including staff support clinician, peer support program, and strategizing our communications for wellbeing initiatives under one voice and with a one-stop shop approach called the Nest on our intranet. Learn more about this award and our initiatives today. ⬇️ #WeAreDaytonChildrens #DaytonChildrensHospital #DaytonChildrens