Life with 3-year-old Mauro is just about perfect for Gina and Sarah Ginnetti of Boardman. He’s a joyful toddler who loves hockey, dinosaurs, singing nursery rhymes and creating art with Kinetic Sand and Play-Doh®. “He’s funny and smart and can count to 15,” said Sarah. It might be hard for Gina and Sarah to imagine […]
Infant massage for babies: Benefits for sleep, bonding and development
Welcoming a new baby is exciting – but it can also feel overwhelming, especially if your baby needs medical care or extra support. For parents of hospitalized or Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) babies, finding simple ways to comfort and connect with your child can feel especially important. Infant massage is a simple, effective way to […]
Music and your baby: How singing in the NICU helps bonding and brain growth
When your baby is in the NICU, bonding may not look the way you imagined. Instead of quiet time at home, there are monitors, medical equipment and many unknowns. But there is something powerful you can give your baby right now. It’s your voice. “It’s so important to interact with your baby to promote bonding,” […]
Patient experience spotlight: Victoria Emery
Every month, Akron Children’s recognizes an employee for providing an excellent patient experience. Our most recent honoree is Victoria Emery, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurse. She recently received this feedback from a thankful mother: “I would like to mention Victoria Emery. Akron Children’s is lucky to have her as a NICU nurse. From our […]
A career led with open arms: LuAnn Kuhl retires after 42 years
LuAnn Kuhl, nurse practitioner in Pulmonary Medicine, started her career at Akron Children’s 42 years ago. She graduated from Trumbull Memorial School of Nursing in 1982 and began working as a registered nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Children’s in 1983. “I was in my early 20s,” LuAnn said. “I was just […]
Online rewind: Our top YouTube videos of 2025
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 […]
