Arkansas Children's

06/10/2026

At Arkansas Children's, every medical breakthrough begins with imagination. 💙

As we continue our biggest expansion of pediatric health care ever, experts from around the world are joining our team to imagine what’s next – from preventing asthma and advancing allergy care to finding new ways to fight cancer.

Every breakthrough brings us one step closer to what matters most: healthier tomorrows for children.

From life-saving pediatric heart surgeries to the discoveries yet to come, imagine what’s next with Arkansas Children’s. ✨

06/09/2026

Arkansas Children's patient Evvy, 5, shared an important message with the Arkansas congressional delegation during her trip to Washington, D.C., last week: "I can walk and dance because of programs that support kids' health, research and Medicaid!"

At birth, her mother, Brittany, learned she may never walk because of spinal muscular atrophy. But special treatments with high-cost drugs have changed Evvy's life in a short time.

Her story caught the attention of U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton and U.S. Representatives Rick Crawford, French Hill, Bruce Westerman and Steve Womack, who all visited with her and her mom during Children's Hospital Association's Family Advocacy Day.

06/09/2026

Arkansas Children's patient Evvy made a huge impression as she advocated for children and pediatric healthcare in Washington, D.C., as part of Children's Hospital Association's Family Advocacy Day. 💙

Five-year-old Evvy ran all over Capitol Hill, visiting the Arkansas congressional delegation and sharing her story. At birth, her mother, Brittany, learned she may never walk because of spinal muscular atrophy. But special treatments with high-cost drugs have changed Evvy's life in a short time.

Read more about her experience below. ⬇️

WASHINGTON -- The bustling hallways of the U.S. Capitol may not seem like the ideal place for a 5-year-old, but for Evvy Wigington, it was the right place to represent something bigger than herself.

06/09/2026

From now until July 5, Walmart and Sam's Club are raising funds for Arkansas Children’s through Children's Miracle Network! 💙

Your donation helps children like Levi get the care they need and write their own healthy stories.

Donate in-person at Walmart or Sam’s Club, online or through the Walmart app.

06/06/2026

As part of the Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) Nursery Alliance, our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse educators recently provided S.T.A.B.L.E. training to staff at Conway Regional Medical Center and North Arkansas Regional Medical Center.

The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program offers specialized neonatal education focused on post-resuscitation and pre-transport stabilization. The program's six care modules include Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work and Emotional Support.

By sharing knowledge and best practices with community hospital teams across the region, we're helping ensure newborns receive the highest level of care when they need it most. 💙

Learn more about the ACH Nursery Alliance at bit.ly/TheNurseryAlliance

06/06/2026

🥎❤️ Arkansas Children's patient and Glen Rose High School softball pitcher Presley Clardy, 16, was surprised with a trip to the Women's College World Series (WCWS) by ESPN's Holly Rowe!

After being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in February, Presley has shown incredible strength throughout her treatment journey at Arkansas Children's.

Through Rowe's nonprofit, Joy+Us Foundation, Presley and her family received an all-expenses-paid trip to Oklahoma City to experience this year's Women's College World Series. Rowe, who is a cancer survivor, said the nonprofit aims to bring joy to those who need it the most and create joyful memories.

Before heading out, Presley received a special sendoff at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, surrounded by her family, care team and supporters, including Arkansas Children's pediatric oncologist and pediatrician Dr. Weston Grant of UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

We're cheering for you, Presley, and hope you're having an unforgettable time at the WCWS! ❤️✨

06/04/2026

What began as a routine 20-week ultrasound quickly turned into a life-changing journey for first-time parents Taylor and Hunter Hutchinson, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

After concerns were raised about their daughter Baylor’s heart, the family was referred to Arkansas Children’s Heart Institute, where a fetal echocardiogram revealed Baylor likely had aortic arch hypoplasia, a condition in which the aortic arch is too narrow to carry blood throughout the body.

When Baylor was born, her diagnosis was confirmed, and at just 13 days old, she underwent life-saving open-heart surgery at Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock to repair her aortic arch.

“We always heard people in this area of Oklahoma would take their kiddos to Arkansas Children’s because it’s the best hospital to go to. We have several, but Arkansas Children’s is the recommended one,” Taylor said. “If we had a question, there was always someone to answer it for us and answer it in a way we would understand and were comfortable with. We received unwavering support through the entire journey.”

Read more about Baylor’s inspiring journey: bit.ly/BaylorsJourney

06/03/2026

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Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine curves to the side instead of growing straight. A child with scoliosis may have a spine shaped like an “S” or a “C,” and the condition can range from mild to severe.

Early detection and expert care can make a meaningful difference for children with scoliosis. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of scoliosis, and the treatment options available through Arkansas Children’s at bit.ly/ScoliosisAC

06/03/2026

🌟 Champion Series Spotlight: Meet Snickers, Arkansas Children’s Hospital’s facility dog! 🐾

When visitors first meet Snickers, they see a sweet golden retriever. But what they may not realize is that she’s also a highly trained member of the Arkansas Children’s care team.

From helping patients build fine motor skills during occupational therapy to providing comfort during difficult treatments, Snickers plays an important role in helping children heal. She’s a puzzle partner, a role model, a source of encouragement and a comforting presence when children need it most.

Read more about a day in the life of Snickers at bit.ly/SnickersFacilityDog

Learn how a full-time facility dog at Arkansas Children's Hospital participates in the treatment of patients and brings joy to the hospital.

06/02/2026

When preteens learn about puberty before it happens, they feel more prepared. 🩷💙

More than 800 kids and parents joined UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for Girlology and Guyology Puberty Sessions in April.

Led by UAMS OB-GYNs Dr. Nirvana Manning, Dr. Laura Hollenbach and Dr. Kate Stambough, along with urologists Dr. Timothy Langford and Dr. Ashay Patel, these programs create a safe, supportive environment where families can learn about puberty, health and communication with accurate medical guidance.

By helping children understand the changes ahead, Girlology and Guyology empower them to approach puberty with greater confidence while giving parents the tools and knowledge to navigate these important conversations.