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Malakai was diagnosed in February 2023 with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma; he began his chemo treatment in June 2023 and has been in remission since July 2023. "We gave Malakai the nickname of Mighty Malakai," his mother, Erika, says. "His strength throughout his diagnosis and treatment gave our family the strength we needed to get through each day."

Through their journey the Herrera’s continued to do their best to live each day as normal as possible. “It is easier said than done, but the strength children have is unbelievably much stronger than adults," Erika says.

By sharing their child’s story they want other families to have faith. "Not all superheroes wear capes; ours wear scrubs," Erika says. "We love our CMHH family and everyone who has been through this journey with us in any kind of way."

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital would like to recognize the incredible patients and families who trust us with their care every day. This month we are honored to share more about how we all can support, celebrate and fight together. 💛💚 Learn more: https://bit.ly/471ICC0

After the births of her two daughters, Jenny wanted a more personalized, convenient labor and delivery experience for the birth of her son. Women’s Services at Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital stood out to her, and she knew it was the right place for her family.

"Based on the wide range of services offered, it was clear that the labor and delivery team was prepared to provide holistic support to our family throughout the childbirth experience," she says.

Read her story: https://bit.ly/3X0R15j.

Welcome Baby Jack through the comfort of Memorial Hermann Greater Heights As Jenny's pregnancy progressed, she was looking for a new labor and delivery experience that differed from her first two babies, who were both delivered in a larger, less personalized environment.

Dr. Krystal Batchelor, a pediatrician with Children’s Memorial Hermann Pediatrics–Katy, discusses with ABC13 Houston why back-to-school season is the perfect time to ensure that parents are up to date on their child's health needs: https://abc13.co/4cGJU6H

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When Sienna Grace Wilson was born, a little fighter came into the world. Sienna was diagnosed before she was born at The Fetal Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital with Tetralogy of Fallot which is a complex, congenital (present at birth) heart condition involving four related heart defects that commonly occur together. At just four months old, she underwent her first surgery with the affiliated team from the Children’s Heart Institute.

Read more about her journey: https://bit.ly/3YVcOgk.

Thanks to the Houston Rockets for hosting the 2nd annual Back to School Bash! Children’s Memorial Hermann provided free wellness and scoliosis screenings, sponsored face painting and invited everyone in to tour the Neonatal and Pediatric Critical Care Transport Team ambulance. Thanks to all our friends for coming out and having fun! 💚

August is Houston’s back-to-school month and crunch time for parents to prepare their children for a new school year. Here are some general guidelines to make sure your children are up-to-date on their vaccines before sending them back to school: https://bit.ly/3yEDRS9

At Memorial Hermann, we encourage breastfeeding, as it benefits both mom and baby. To help women and their families before and after birth, we provide a wide range of breastfeeding resources, including lactation consultants, educational classes and more. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46ru9iB

The Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Program at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of children with cleft lip and palates.

During learn how the affiliated team specializes in the care of children needing surgery to improve the appearance and/or function of patients’ lips and palates: https://bit.ly/3SxwVwS

Our patients and their families had a fun filled day with cast members from The Lion King - Musical. Thanks for visiting and sharing your time and talents with us. We are so grateful for our partnership with Broadway at the Hobby Center and love working together to bring the arts to all 🦁🤍 !

Our Children’s Memorial Hermann facility dogs, Pilot, Dexter and Declan are ready for the Paris Olympics! These furry champions are always here to lift our spirits. Join us in cheering on our U.S. athletes! 🐾🥇

Thank you to Houston Cougar Men's Hoops for visiting our patients and brightening their day 🏀 💚 !

In 2020, it was discovered after a routine test that Daniel and Blain's unborn baby was diagnosed with omphalocele—a rare condition where a baby's intestines, liver or other organs protrude outside of the abdomen through the belly button. Blain continued to see her doctors regularly for the remainder of her pregnancy, and on May 11, 2021, Gavin was born.

With the help of the pediatric surgery team affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, they discussed the medical journey ahead, including a detailed plan for surgery to repair the omphalocele.

Read about Gavin's journey: https://bit.ly/4603kC5

Gavin’s Story: Overcoming Omphalocele But in December of that year, during a routine screening in their hometown of Lufkin, Texas, Blain’s doctor found signs suggesting their baby might have spina bifida. The news was shocking, and the couple travelled to visit with specialists for extensive testing. The tests revealed that their son ...

Trevor was born with pulmonary hypertension, a type of high blood pressure that impacts the heart and lungs. This caused Trevor to experience a stroke at only six days old, which led to a long road of daily seizures.

Learn how the affiliated pediatric neuroscience team at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital worked together to complete surgery to prevent seizures from traveling from one side of the brain to the other. Trevor has now been seizure free for more than six months and enjoying life in school and out on the farm. Read more about Trevor's story: https://bit.ly/4ehZYxH

Photos by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle Staff Photographer

Thank you to all the fathers and those who give love and guidance like a father. We hope you have a very special day with your loved ones! We would like to wish our dads at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital a Happy Father’s Day—thank you for allowing us to be part of your fatherhood journeys.

17-year-old Amy was diagnosed with Carney Stratakis Syndrome – a rare genetic condition that led to the development of a life-threatening tumor pressing against her heart which resulted in her heart stopping 400 times in 6 days.

With the help of her medical team at the Children’s Heart Institute at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, Amy navigated through complex medical and emotional challenges with a level of courage, confidence and precision that saved her life and revitalized her future.

Read her story: https://bit.ly/4epa1RY

From fetal heart diagnostics to the heart-wrenching uncertainties that followed, Dottie’s story includes being transferred to Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital within six hours of being born and 7 heart surgeries before the age of 3. The dedication of the Children’s Heart Institute team, coupled with the family’s faith, propelled Dottie into a life without limits. Read her story: https://bit.ly/3Vbd9b1

Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital was honored to serve as the corporate honoree and the platinum sponsor for the Children at Risk “Stand Up for Children” Gala this past weekend. This event raises critical funds for Children at Risk to support their mission to improve the quality of life for all Texas children. We are proud to support this organization and be a part of this important and fun event!

Happy 5th Birthday to our furry friend, Pilot 💚 🎉. Pilot celebrated with friends, patients and staff during his Olympic themed birthday bash which included fun games and treats. Help us wish Pilot a happy birthday!

At a young age, Jenny Gonzales has a profound understanding of conquering life’s adversities—which includes enduring 17 medical procedures two of those being open-heart surgeries. In July 2023, she faced another formidable obstacle: an 11-hour surgery to correct a severe curvature in her spine. Read her story: https://bit.ly/4bJcHI7

Memorial Hermann cares for more pregnant women in Houston than any other health system. We have teams across 10 hospitals that deliver patient-focused care that is sensitive to and respectful of the unique issues women face. Find an Ob/Gyn: https://bit.ly/3RamUFr

At Memorial Hermann, we’re committed to helping women live healthier lives by extending a proactive approach to women’s health care. We encourage women to incorporate simple, preventive and positive health behaviors into everyday life and discuss with their health care professionals which health screenings are right for them, when they should have them and how often.

View our helpful screening guide: https://bit.ly/3V2m0vQ

Brain tumors are the second most common cancer in children. Our affiliated team in our nationally ranked pediatric neurosciences program offers new and advanced ways to diagnose and treat a variety of childhood brain and spinal tumors.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3wMNYng

Hormonal changes can cause life-altering symptoms for 57 million American women, yet 75% of those who seek care don't get the advice and treatment they need.

Through Memorial Hermann’s partnership with Midi Health – a virtual care clinic focused exclusively on navigating midlife hormonal transitions – women have an integrated solution to meet their full health care needs.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dLWmns

POV: You are a NICU and Children's Heart Institute baby and it's spring and summer picture day 💚☀️!

Today, May 15th, we share words of encouragement and love to all of our Memorial Hermann-Red Duke Trauma Institute and Children’s Memorial Hermann Trauma Survivors on National Trauma Survivors Day 2024.

The Trauma Survivors Network (TSN) is a program of the American Trauma Society. TSN is a community of patients and survivors looking to connect and rebuild after serious injury.

Michael, age 9, suffered a catastrophic compound fracture in his leg due to an accident, a sight that left his parents shocked. The Children’s Memorial Hermann Pediatric Transport Team brought Michael to the Texas Medical Center and within hours Michael was in the OR to set his bone which had broken through the skin.

After a few days, Michael received treatment in the hyperbaric oxygen chamber—which utilizes a specialized chamber to increase the amount of oxygen in the blood. The therapy accelerates wound healing by delivering high levels of oxygen to the body’s tissues—a vital factor in the treatment of traumatic injuries like Michael's.

In January, Michael walked back into school with no crutches or wheelchair in a wonderful culmination of his healing journey.

Read his story: https://bit.ly/44wZQpz

The Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital teams participated in the Houston March of Dimes March for Babies to support our March of Dimes community here in Houston—together we are helping fund the research, programs and advocacy needed to help improve the health of moms and babies 💚.

May is Women's Health Month, urogynecologist Dr. Solafa Elshatanoufy and pelvic floor physical therapist Preena Nair discuss health issues that affect women of all ages, including pelvic floor disorders with KPRC2 / Click2Houston. Watch now: https://bit.ly/3UT8w6J.

Understanding women’s pelvic floor health with experts from Memorial Hermann May is Women's Health Month and Tessa sat down with the team from Memorial Hermann about pelvic floor health. It's an important topic for women at any age. From symptoms to treatment they discussed how your healthcare provider can help you navigate those issues and start feeling like yourself again.