Inspirational patient stories dominated our 10 most-watched YouTube channel videos for the year. But there were still plenty of views left for our ever-popular Doggie Brigade and our amazing nursing staff. We received more than 4.5 million views in 2025 from children and their families throughout northeast Ohio … and the world. We invite you to grab a bowl of popcorn and sit back as you enjoy!
1. Helping our patients breathe easier – Respiratory therapists work throughout the hospital to provide lifesaving care to patients every single day.
2. Wells heads home from the NICU after 112-day stay – Born at just 22 weeks, Wells Wolbert showed he was small but mighty when he was healthy enough to go home with parents Megan and Adam more than a week before his original due date.
3. Teeny, tiny Taylors (and Travis) – These cuties are bringing a little ✨sparkle✨ to the NICU in celebration of TS12! ❤️🔥 How are you celebrating?
4. Energy drinks pose health concerns for children and teens – Danielle Dimengo, a registered dietitian at Akron Children’s, says the combination of excess caffeine and added sugars in energy drinks could lead to insomnia, irritability, and other issues in kids and teens.
5. Happy graduation day to Gianna! – After a 409-day stay in our NICU, staff came to celebrate with the sweet girl and her mother as they headed out. Drop well wishes in the comments for Gianna! 🎉
6. Be silly! – Emily Cihon, speech therapist, believes that one of the best ways to connect with kids is to think like one.
7. The Doggie BOO-gade scares up some fun! – It’s paws-itively hairy, ahem, scary! Our Doggie Brigade donned their costumes for a party in the Family Resource Center before visiting patients staying at the hospital. 🐶
8. Boone goes home from the NICU! – After 9 months in the NICU, Boone headed home! Congrats, NICU grad! 🎓
9. Elliana rings the end of treatment bell! – Congratulations to Elliana on finishing her cancer treatment! We can’t wait to cheer you on through the next steps in life. 💖
10. Happy Nurses Week! – Join us in thanking our nurses for the amazing work they do for our patients and families!
