COVID-19 Advisory
Visitor restrictions are in place across all Children’s Wisconsin locations. Masks are required for all visitors and for patients ages 2+.
Visitor restrictions are in place across all Children’s Wisconsin locations. Masks are required for all visitors and for patients ages 2+.
Christopher Schwake, MD, talks about COVID-19 and the most current information on preventing spread, treating COVID-19, vaccinations, and how you can keep your baby healthy and safe.
Each week, Children’s Wisconsin will provide hospital census information to help our community better understand how respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), are impacting kids.
We knew the Zornows had an incredible story to share. What we didn’t know was how that story would translate to Periscope, a video-streaming app that would let us broadcast our talk with the family — and some of the staff at Children’s Wisconsin who have been involved in their care — live from our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
But we’re happy to report that the three-day event was a fantastic success, thanks in large part to Rebecca and Oliver being so open and willing to share their story — which, like all NICU stories, has its heartbreaks as well as its triumphs. Baby Madeline is a natural superstar, and hearing about the family’s brief but unforgettable time with Madeline’s twin sister, Lydia, was inspirational for everyone watching.
People magazine even took notice, posting a story about the event on its website. Locally, Fox 6 News featured the Zornows in a report about raising awareness for premature babies.
We’re also happy to share that baby Madeline finally got to head home with Mom and Dad this week, just one day before her original due date. And just in time for the family’s first Thanksgiving.
Here are the videos we captured during our Periscope broadcasts. We are so proud to have been able to share in this special family’s journey:
Monday, Nov. 16
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Wednesday, Nov. 18
As an adult living with a congenital heart defect, Cara learned firsthand the importance of advocating for herself.
Namine's family shares their experience getting the COVID-19 vaccine for their daughter.
The new 3D-printed brace is giving kids with scoliosis relief and comfort.
Ken survived COVID-19 and shares his story about why he chose to get vaccinated.
For a little girl with life-threatening heart defects, the bond she's formed with her doctor has made all the difference.
How to tell when a picky eater is something more serious.
Part two explores different perspectives of individuals who respond to and are impacted by violence.
