Wellstar Children's of Georgia

09/14/2026

Stress is a normal part of growing up, but how can parents help kids manage it in healthy ways?

Wellstar Children’s of Georgia experts share practical tips to help children recognize their feelings, build healthy coping skills and know when it may be time for extra support.

Learn five practical ways you can help your child navigate stress and build healthy coping skills.

Parents can play an important role in helping kids recognize feelings, stress, and anxiety—and build healthy coping skills.

02/11/2026

We are growing to serve more kids at Wellstar Golisano Children's Hospital of Georgia!

WRDW's Zayna Haliburton got an exclusive tour of our construction projects:

➡️PICU Expansion: 8 new beds (22 total ICU beds when complete in the spring)
➡️Kisner Center: Behavioral health, neurology, and rehab—all under one roof (Progress: Nearly 75% complete!)

Watch Zayna's tour ⬇️

Finding Solutions: CHOG expands PICU, behavioral health services >> https://www.wrdw.com/2026/02/03/finding-solutions-chog-expands-picu-behavioral-health-services/

02/10/2026

Grateful doesn't even begin to cover it.

The Golisano Foundation's $50 million gift to Wellstar Golisano Children's Hospital of Georgia will create a dedicated pediatric cardiac ICU, meeting a critical need for specialized heart care for children across the Southeast.

WRDW's Zayna Haliburton took an in-depth look at what this means: families won't have to travel hours for the cardiac care their children need. Expert treatment. Advanced technology. Right here.

Watch the full story ⬇️
https://safe.menlosecurity.com/https://www.wrdw.com/2026/02/02/miracle-monday-wellstar-golisano-childrens-hospital-build-dedicated-cardiac-icu/

Miracle Monday: Wellstar Golisano Children’s Hospital to build dedicated cardiac ICU >> https://www.wrdw.com/2026/02/02/miracle-monday-wellstar-golisano-childrens-hospital-build-dedicated-cardiac-icu/

01/15/2026

At Wellstar Children's of Georgia, we're committed to driving innovation in healthcare so our patients have access to expert, lifesaving treatment. Congratulations to Wellstar Chief Pediatrics Officer Dr. Carrie Stinson for being named an Innovator of the Year in Pediatric Health in the Atlanta Business Chronicle Health Care Champion Awards. We're grateful for her dedication to caring for our community!

01/06/2026

At Kennesaw State University’s annual Teddy Bear Drive, the spirit of the Owls soared through the air just like the bears that landed on the court during the women’s basketball game. These cuddly teddy bears, donated by fans, are now making their way to young patients at Wellstar Children's of Georgia Pediatric Center in Kennesaw where they’ll bring much-needed comfort and joy. Thank you to the KSU community for coming together to support these special patients.

12/29/2025

The holidays are filled with wonder, but for children in the hospital, it can feel different. After finishing his Christmas rounds, Santa made a special stop at Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia to bring smiles and a little extra magic to our patients. See the full story on WFXG FOX54.

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Santa Claus made a special stop in downtown Augusta on Christmas Day, bringing holiday cheer to children spending the holiday at Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia.

12/26/2025

A Fort Gordon family received an unforgettable Christmas gift this year with the birth of their son, Carter, who arrived at 8:08 PM on Christmas Day, weighing 9 lbs., 1 oz. Surrounded by compassionate care from our labor and delivery team in Augusta, this special moment reflects our commitment to supporting families during life’s most meaningful milestones. We congratulate the Benson family and wish them a very merry season as they begin this new chapter.

12/19/2025

Born weighing just over 1 pound, with Down syndrome and a congenital heart defect, Cooper spent his first 372 days at Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia, moving from the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) after lifesaving heart surgery. Access to expert care in our PICU, advanced technology and dedicated specialists gave Cooper the chance to heal and thrive. By expanding the PICU at Wellstar Children's Hospital of Georgia from 14 to 22 beds, more children like Cooper can receive critical care when time matters most. Help us make that possible with a year end donation: https://utm.guru/ujlWh.

12/09/2025

Welcoming a new child can be joyful and overwhelming. Your family's pediatrician is here to help answer questions and get your baby off to a healthy start. Wellstar Children's of Georgia Pediatrician Dr. Nicole Carter explains the three shots for newborns—hepatitis B, Beyfortus and vitamin K—and how they help protect your baby from health concerns. Read more at http://spr.ly/61867hzoo.

Here is a quick guide to the three shots offered in the first week of life—and why they matter for your baby’s health.

12/03/2025

The 25th Annual iHeart Media Cares for Kids Radiothon kicks off tomorrow! This special event supports Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia by providing funding for the equipment and programs that make a real difference for our youngest patients. Last year, our incredible community came together to raise more than $255,000 to help these children. Hear more from WRDW’s Zayna Haliburton in this month’s Miracle Monday segment: https://www.wrdw.com/2025/12/01/miracle-monday-25th-annual-iheart-media-cares-kids-radio-telethon-kicks-off-this-week/.

Every donation makes an impact. Make a contribution to this year's Radiothon at www.caresforkidsradiothon.com.

The 25th annual iHeart Media Cares for Kids Radio and Telethon begins Thursday to raise funds for Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia.