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Tell me a fact and I'll learn.

Tell me the truth and I'll believe.

But tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever.

-Indian Proverb

Snips and snails, and puppy dog tails...that's what little boys are made of! Little boys like to dig in the dirt and pop wheelies on...

Today we celebrate the life of Aidan. He has been rescued by his Savior, free from earthly sufferings, for 13 years now. Aidan had a...

The words, “your baby has a heart defect,” went straight through me. They changed my whole life in an instant. I came across this work by...

Lydia Maria Francis (Child) led a meaningful and courageous life advocating for those who had no voice. She began her career as an...

CHDs affect people everywhere, even here. This is story of one mom who, in seeking to make a difference for her son, made a difference...

I received a text that a little baby girl from Lawler, IA was being rushed by ambulance to the hospital in Iowa City due to Tricuspid...

(Originally published on Jan 09, 2018 on Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's website. Used with permission.) At age 6, John is already...

The scar continues to heal nicely. The bruising is getting lighter. His appetite and energy are back. He's sleeping peacefully through...

John made it home safe and sound on December 23rd. Before falling asleep, we were all in our pajamas gathered together on our king-sized...

First, I would like to give a shout out to all you moms who have a heart kiddo. I know firsthand how hard you work and the sacrifices you...

Snips and snails, and puppy dog tails...that's what little boys are made of! Little boys like to dig in the dirt and pop wheelies on...

Today we celebrate the life of Aidan. He has been rescued by his Savior, free from earthly sufferings, for 13 years now. Aidan had a...

The words, “your baby has a heart defect,” went straight through me. They changed my whole life in an instant. I came across this work by...