The Mighty Blog features stories from around Children’s Minnesota, as well as health and wellness information for raising healthy kids.

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Dr. Joseph Lillegard discusses his work in genomics

We asked Dr. Joseph Lillegard, director of research and open fetal surgery, a few questions about his dedicated work in genomics.

Pediatric trauma training brings teams together

The Children's Minnesota Simulation team provides education and training to physicians and clinicians throughout the region.

Children’s Minnesota co-sponsors kid-powered wellness event: ForEverest

We are partnering with CycleHealth to put on a new spring event that offers you a chance to get a taste of what it’s like to climb Mt. Everest.

Don’t skip a beat, donate to Team Heart Throbs!

Join Team Heart Throbs in raising funds for Children’s cardiovascular program through the second annual Walk for Amazing.

Chip and Joanna Gaines give to Children’s Minnesota through Team Superstars

The Gaines family donated to Children's Minnesota after hearing Brad and Barb Turgeon's story, two Team Superstars runners.

Nurses Week profile: Tracy Engels, RN, MSN

We’re celebrating Nurses Week by taking the time to recognize the incredible nurses in our lives. Meet Tracy Engels, RN, MSN from the Infant Apnea Program.

Children’s Minnesota nurses join together to Walk for Amazing

Nurses at Children's Minnesota are joining together to support the patients they care for every day at Walk for Amazing.

How often should kids go to the doctor?

Find out why yearly well-child checks are important to your child's cognitive, emotional and social development in addition to their physical health.

Children’s Minnesota honors Ramadan with a ‘donate your lunch’ fundraiser

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Children’s Minnesota is organizing events and a ‘donate your lunch’ fundraiser in honor of Ramadan.

Innovation: Children’s Minnesota nurses address critical need through sensory toolkit

Children’s Minnesota nurses positively impact patient experiences for children with autism by using “sensory toolkits.”