by Mardie Caldwell | Jul 6, 2024 | Books, Children
I’ve been going to the hospital to visit my youngest brother, who had open heart surgery. After I said goodnight to my brother, I planned to swing by pediatrics again. Last week, my friend’s two-year-old was in the hospital while my brother was...
by Mardie Caldwell | Feb 3, 2024 | Children
A special day called International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) is coming up in a couple of weeks. This holiday, held every year on February 15, is all about raising awareness of pediatric cancer and supporting the families it impacts. International Childhood...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jan 6, 2024 | Books, Children
In a constantly changing world that can be challenging, empowering young girls to feel strong and accomplished is more crucial than ever. As a parent, grandparent, and someone who cares about the future of our young generation, it’s essential to instill values...
by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 1, 2023 | Children
Knowing a child who is battling cancer is heart-wrenching and can make one feel helpless. When you want to provide more than emotional support, choosing just the right gifts for cancer patients can be difficult. There are some definite “do nots” when...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 4, 2023 | Books, Children
My granddaughter Ellie’s battle with cancer began nearly two years ago. After being diagnosed with Stage 3 Wilms cancer, she had surgery to remove the tumor and a kidney. Surgery was followed by radiation and chemotherapy, which was difficult for her to handle...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 7, 2023 | Children
When your child or grandchild comes home from school with hurt feelings because of the words or actions of other children, it breaks your heart. As you watch them fight back the tears as they tell you their story with a shaky voice, you want to wrap your arms around...
