Monash Children's Hospital

Monash Children's Hospital The official Monash Children's Hospital page. We care for more than 100,000 children every year.

Monash Children’s Hospital is part of Monash Health, Victoria’s largest healthcare service and one of only four accredited Academic Health Science Centres in Australia. We have access to the world’s leading medical minds which are turning research findings into better health outcomes for our patients. Monash Children’s Hospital is a network of paediatric healthcare services across three sites – our main campus in Clayton (co-located with Monash Medical Centre) and satellite sites at Dandenong and Casey Hospitals. We have Victoria’s largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and provide leading paediatric services in Rehabilitation, Oncology, Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, and Palliative Care. Monash Children’s Hospital is also the Victorian Referral Centre for many low-volume and high-complex cases. Our services are linked to an adult service, allowing us to provide transition-of-care as children grow older and move to an adult service. We deliver specialised, innovative, family-centred care and believe strongly in putting patients first and striving for exceptional care and outstanding outcomes.

25/01/2026

Meet Milly 💙

Nicky and Warren's beautiful baby girl Milly was rushed to the emergency department when her Maternal and Child Health Nurse noticed her stomach was distended during a routine appointment.

What followed was every parent's worst nightmare. Milly was transferred to Monash Children's Hospital, where she cardiac arrested twice. In a critical condition and on life support, her parents were told to prepare for their final moments with her – but ‘Miracle’ Milly, with the care and support of Monash Children’s doctors and nurses, kept fighting and defied all the odds.

After a long hospital journey, which included 33 procedures to date, with the support of her care team, the now 5-year-old Milly is thriving and will be starting her first year of school 🌈

Our dedicated clinicians are raising vital funds to support our Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to purchase more life-saving ventilators to provide essential breathing support for our most critically unwell babies and children.

The new state-of-the art ventilators will ensure more patients, just like Milly, receive life-saving care, when they need it most.

To donate, please see the link in our comments 💙

23/01/2026

Does your child snore? 😴💤

A world-leading study has shown a simple saline nasal spray could help many children breathe and sleep better, potentially saving them from surgery and the need for specialist care 💙

Researchers at Monash Children's Hospital, in collaboration with the Murdoch Children's Research Institute - MCRI, The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne and Monash University, have shown that a daily saline nasal spray can be highly effective in relieving symptoms of obstructive sleep-disordered breathing (OSDB).

OSDB affects up to 12 per cent of children and is the leading reason for tonsil and adenoid removal in Australia.

For more information, please visit the link in our comments.

The Australian Open made its way to patients, families and staff at Monash Children’s Hospital! 🎾 Thanks to Tennis Austr...
20/01/2026

The Australian Open made its way to patients, families and staff at Monash Children’s Hospital! 🎾

Thanks to Tennis Australia and Waterdrop, kids in hospital were able to get amongst the summer fun 💙

The hospital was a buzz of smiles and laughter, with interactive games, activities and giveaways in the foyer, extra special visits on the wards and some very impressive rallies 🤗

If you need urgent care from home or anywhere else, the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) is a free, 24 hour...
08/01/2026

If you need urgent care from home or anywhere else, the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) is a free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service that connects you to an emergency doctor or nurse from a computer, laptop, or mobile phone 📱

You do not need a referral from your GP, a Medicare card, or an appointment to access the VVED 🩺

You can contact the VVED if you have any of the following conditions: asthma, fever, cough, vomiting, diarrhoea, injuries, and first trimester pregnancy bleeding.

Access free and urgent care here: https://www.vved.org.au/patients/

If you are away from home over the next few days or need medical help, there are alternate care options available 24/7 a...
08/01/2026

If you are away from home over the next few days or need medical help, there are alternate care options available 24/7 and free of charge, with no Medicare card needed, that are staffed by expert urgent care doctors and nurses👩‍⚕️

If you are evacuating, pack medications, scripts, and supplies to last three days, and follow VicEmergency for current advice and warnings ⚠️

You can call NURSE-ON-CALL, available 24/7 anywhere in Victoria, on 1300 60 60 24, to discuss any health-related issue and seek advice on whether you need further medical help.

You should call NURSE-ON-CALL if you need immediate expert health advice when:

🌡️You or someone you're caring for is feeling unwell

🌙 It's the middle of the night and you are not sure if you should seek medical help

🏠 You're away from home or situated a long way from medical help

🩺 You require advice or information about health services in your area.

For more information on NURSE-ON-CALL, visit the Department of Health: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/primary-care/nurse-on-call

Severe to extreme heat is forecast in Victoria from today.To keep you and others safe:• Stay hydrated• Keep cool• Watch ...
07/01/2026

Severe to extreme heat is forecast in Victoria from today.

To keep you and others safe:

• Stay hydrated
• Keep cool
• Watch for signs of heat-related health problems
• Check in on those at risk

Know the risks, be prepared, and stay healthy.

For more information on how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit: https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

04/01/2026

On an average summer weekend in Australia, one in eight adults and one in five teenagers will be sunburnt ☀️

A single severe sunburn from prolonged UV exposure leads to a higher likelihood of developing skin cancer, as exposure to UV radiation causes 95% of melanomas.

Ahead of another sizzling summer, Nelson Low, Head of Paediatric Plastic Surgery, Monash Children’s Hospital, and Anthony Honigman, 2025 Dermatology Registrar at Monash Medical Centre, shared five ways to safely enjoy time in the sun:

🧴 Wear SPF 50+ sunscreen daily on all sun exposed areas (remember easy-to-neglect areas such as the neck, ears, and your hands) and reapply every 2 to 4 hours.

⛱️ Prioritise staying in the shade from 10am to 4pm when UV rays are the strongest.

🕶️ Wear protective clothing such as long sleeve shirts, pants, wide-brimmed hats, and sunglasses.

👙 Avoid intentional tanning as it significantly increases your risk of developing skin cancer.

🔎 Get into the habit of inspecting your skin for any changes in moles, growths, and spots, such as asymmetry, irregular borders, multiple colours, or changes in size. If you spot anything abnormal, consult with a healthcare professional.

Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer in their lifetime. Follow these tips and more at the link in our comments to stay safe this summer! 🏄‍♂️

She’s the first smile families see when they walk through the door at Casey’s Special Care Nursery, and it makes all the...
31/12/2025

She’s the first smile families see when they walk through the door at Casey’s Special Care Nursery, and it makes all the difference. ✨

Melissa Henson, Ward Clerk, is our latest STAR (Say Thanks and Recognise) award recipient in the Excellent Experiences category.

Known as 'the glue that holds the ward together,’ Melissa’s calm support and family‑centred care helps parents, caregivers and siblings feel welcome even on the toughest days.

‘It’s incredibly fulfilling to help families focus on their newborn while making sure older children feel included... those little things make the biggest difference,’ said Melissa.

Receiving the STAR award holds special meaning for Melissa.

‘Five years ago, I suffered a stroke and wasn’t sure if I’d return to the job I love. This award reflects my commitment to my work and my understanding of it from a patient's perspective. I know firsthand how much care and compassion matter,’ she said.

After more than 23 years with Monash Health, Melissa’s kindness, respect, and dedication truly shine. Congratulations, Melissa!

Santa touched down bright and early at Monash Children’s Hospital this morning, turning our helipad into a festive pit s...
25/12/2025

Santa touched down bright and early at Monash Children’s Hospital this morning, turning our helipad into a festive pit stop and delivering smiles, gifts and Christmas cheer to our patients and the teams caring for them 🎅🎁❤️

Merry Christmas to our patients and families, and to the extraordinary staff who make our hospitals such special places, today and every day.

A sincere thank you to everyone working across our health services today, providing full hearted care during the holidays, and to the generous community members who donated gifts to help make Christmas a little brighter for our patients.

Wishing our community a safe, happy and healthy holiday season 🎄✨

A generous donation of toys is set to bring joy to children and their families at Monash Children’s Hospital this Christ...
23/12/2025

A generous donation of toys is set to bring joy to children and their families at Monash Children’s Hospital this Christmas 🎁🧸

The gifts were thoughtfully donated by individuals, community groups and organisations, via the Monash Health Foundation.

An office was transformed into Santa’s workshop as staff sorted the special delivery.

Head Elf Alex, whose mum Lauren is a nurse at the hospital, was on hand to oversee proceedings.

The presents will be distributed at the hospital and by its Hospital at Home service, bringing smiles to around 500 patients and their siblings 😊

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our donors and toy drive organisers, among them Moose Toys, the Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association Supporters Group Victoria, Australia, Shriners club, Order of the Eastern Star, and Cranbourne Lodge 290.

21/12/2025

☀️ Summer is here!

Make the most of your holidays with these essential safety tips for families, brought to you by doctors in the paediatric Emergency Department at Monash Medical Centre.

Whether you’re swimming, road-tripping, or enjoying time in the sun, we’ve got advice to keep everyone healthy and safe ️🌊🚗🏖️

Watch our video for simple steps to protect your loved ones this summer.

21/12/2025

With Christmas just a week away, we welcomed some very special gift-bearing Navy Blue guests to Monash Children's Hospital.

As part of a toy drive in partnership with the Monash Health Foundation, players from the Carlton Football Club kicked goals across the wards, bringing festive cheer to patients and their families.

9News joined to capture the fun, with players handing out an array of gifts such as Lego, soft toys, beach balls, and puzzles.

'It's been awesome to put a smile on (patients') faces and hopefully bring some joy,' said Carlton player Harry O'Farrell.

A big thank you to the Carlton Football Club and Monash Health Foundation for organising a toy drive and delivering special memories to our patients and their families during the holiday season.

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