Just right for kids

In this year's annual report, we hear from four families who know first hand why Dayton Children's is just right for kids.

When the unexpected happens

Ryleigh's story

Kelly Watts had a completely normal pregnancy. On March 2, 2011 she gave birth at Miami Valley Hospital to a beautiful 10-pound baby girl, Ryleigh. She never expected that two weeks later her precious newborn would be in the Regional Level III Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Dayton Children’s. Watch Ryleigh's story

Small in size, BIG in personality and heart

Kaitlyn's Story

Kaitlyn Dove, 12, has had more medical complications in her life than most people could even imagine having and sees multiple specialists at Dayton Children's. Even with multiple heart and lung conditions as well as a variety of other complications, Kaitlyn continues to have a positive outlook on life and always wants to help others. Watch Kaitlyn's story

Never asks "why me?"

Patrick's story

Patrick Bleser, 16, has spent his whole life in and out of Dayton Children’s for vast medical issues and has been through eight surgeries. Because Dayton Children's has a myelomenigocele clinic, Patrick is able to see all of his multiple specialists in just one visit each time he comes for an appointment. Watch Patrick's story

When seconds count

Olivia's story

A surprise Memorial Day 2011 trail ride at Englewood Reserve quickly turns tragic for Olivia Fowler. Fortunately, the Soin Pediatric Trauma and Emergency Center was just moments away. Watch Olivia's story