Birmingham Children's Hospital and Charity

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Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Hospital and Charity

For our website please visit bwc.nhs.uk

Visit www.bch.org.uk for our charity website and support us today, help make a difference to some very deserving children... “Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charities is an independent registered charity established under s51 of the NHS Act 2006 and registered with the Charity Commission (registered number 1074850) to raise and receive legacies and donations for Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Our mission is to make a real difference to the children at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, their families and the staff who treat them by providing additional facilities, equipment and research and by creating a caring environment for all who use the Hospital.”

“Eye tests for children in the UK are free. That appointment changed her life.” This Brain Tumour Awareness Month, paren...
14/03/2026

“Eye tests for children in the UK are free. That appointment changed her life.”

This Brain Tumour Awareness Month, parents George and Laura are stressing the importance of routine eye tests. ❤️

Their daughter Harper was sadly diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour last year. She was rushed to our Children’s Hospital after an optician had concerns during her test.

George shared: “Harper has now received surgery, chemotherapy and high-dose treatment, all because an optician spotted pressure behind her eyes.”

She has spent over 170 days in hospital being cared for by our specialist teams.

“Birmingham Children’s Hospital is extraordinary. It is scary walking in, but it is wrapped in love, protection and relentless care. We are so unbelievably proud of Harper.”

“Thank you to all the nurses and doctors who made me better again.“❤️ 11-year-old Dylan is sharing his story to warn oth...
14/03/2026

“Thank you to all the nurses and doctors who made me better again.“❤️

11-year-old Dylan is sharing his story to warn others of the dangers of exploring abandoned buildings after he suffered 20ft fall resulting in life-threatening injuries.

Dylan's mum, Abby, said: “We want to share this story as a warning to others not to enter empty buildings. They can have very unsafe structures inside, which can cause serious injury.

"I’m really proud of him for being open about what happened and sharing his story to warn other children about this.”

Read Dylan's story in talk BWC: https://orlo.uk/KnULV

We need your help - vote for us! ✨❤️We’ve been shortlisted to receive some incredible assistive and sensory technology f...
13/03/2026

We need your help - vote for us! ✨❤️

We’ve been shortlisted to receive some incredible assistive and sensory technology from Lifelites. This equipment will be part of the palliative care and support we offer our sickest children.

We need your help to secure this fantastic tech. Follow the link below and put in a vote for Birmingham Children’s Hospital.

Winning this vote would allow our Palliative Care and Bereavement Team to provide our patients on wards and in Magnolia House with brand new technology. Magnolia House is our dedicated care and bereavement centre, providing a safe space for families to connect and take some much-needed respite away from the busy wards.

The equipment will be used during play and family sessions, helping our sick kids to express themselves, enjoy fun experiences and create cherished family memories.

The closing date is 6pm on Monday 23 March.

Vote for us here and do more for our sick kids: https://orlo.uk/fOKWc

It's the last few days to enter our Christmas Card colouring competition! ✏️🎄Calling all artists - help design our 2026 ...
13/03/2026

It's the last few days to enter our Christmas Card colouring competition! ✏️🎄

Calling all artists - help design our 2026 Christmas Card! 🎅

To enter, simply:
🎨 Visit the Christmas Card Competition page on our website and print the double-sided A4 sheet
🎨 Draw your festive design
🎨 Post it back to us using our FREEPOST address

FREEPOST RRJU-RUSX-JEEU
Fundraising Team - Hub
Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity
Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B4 6NH

We can’t wait to see your amazing creations!

⏰ Competition closes 31 March 2026 - don’t miss out!

Good luck, and happy colouring! 🎅✨

Celebrating our superstar volunteers 🎉 ❤️ Last year, 220 volunteers dedicated more than 13,000 hours to our Trust.This i...
12/03/2026

Celebrating our superstar volunteers 🎉 ❤️

Last year, 220 volunteers dedicated more than 13,000 hours to our Trust.

This incredible feat makes the world of difference to the patients, families and staff at BWC and we can't thank our volunteers enough.

From the seemingly small gestures, such as directing families where to go to make their visit that bit easier, to reading with children who need a little distraction from their upcoming treatment.

You can find out more about our volunteers in talk BWC: https://orlo.uk/ka3B3

It’s World Kidney Day ❤️ and we want to say “thank you” to all of our inspiring colleagues in our Specialist Kidney Serv...
12/03/2026

It’s World Kidney Day ❤️ and we want to say “thank you” to all of our inspiring colleagues in our Specialist Kidney Service.

Our Renal team treat nearly 5,000 patients a year, including children waiting for a life-saving kidney transplant.

This World Kidney Day, register your organ donation decision and let your loved ones know about your wishes - just five minutes could save up to 9 lives.

Register here: https://orlo.uk/QOVnU

Our patients’ dreams came true at Villa Park ❤️⚽️Recently, nine of our sick kids had the opportunity of a lifetime as ma...
11/03/2026

Our patients’ dreams came true at Villa Park ❤️⚽️

Recently, nine of our sick kids had the opportunity of a lifetime as mascots at Aston Villa’s game against Leeds United.

Walking out with the players, hearing the roar of the crowd, and soaking up the atmosphere at Villa Park - it’s safe to say lifelong memories were made.

We’d love to say a huge thank you to Aston Villa FC for such a special opportunity. You helped create a truly unforgettable day for our patients and their families 🥰

We are proud to have been successful in securing a grant through the TSB Community Fund ❤️A huge thank you to TSB and Ne...
11/03/2026

We are proud to have been successful in securing a grant through the TSB Community Fund ❤️

A huge thank you to TSB and Neighbourly for championing charities like ours and recognising the work happening every day to support our communities 🥰

Their grant will go towards funding our onsite financial advice service at our hospital. Run by Citizens Advice, the service supports our patients and families by providing them with access to free, confidential and impartial advice on topics such as welfare benefits, housing and employment.

10/03/2026

We operate a specialist clinic for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome, known as BBS, a rare type of diabetes. Here, Pete our Clinical Nurse Specialist, explains more about what happens during an appointment.

Sue Gleeson heads up the nursing team who care for children with Wolfram Syndrome. It’s the only clinic for youngsters i...
10/03/2026

Sue Gleeson heads up the nursing team who care for children with Wolfram Syndrome. It’s the only clinic for youngsters in the UK and sees around 20 patients.

Wolfram is a rare genetic disorder which is sometimes known as DIDMOAD after its four most common symptoms:

➡️ Diabetes insipidus

➡️ Diabetes Mellitus

➡️ Optic atrophy (issues with eyesight)

➡️ Deafness

Other difficulties include renal and neurological problems

There is no cure for Wolfram Syndrome, however each symptom can be improved with treatment, such as insulin for diabetes mellitus, and diabetes insipidus can be controlled with medication.

Specialist clinics are run every three months.

Meet Kirsty – she’s our lead nurse for the Alstrom Syndrome (AS) service, working alongside a team who deliver outpatien...
10/03/2026

Meet Kirsty – she’s our lead nurse for the Alstrom Syndrome (AS) service, working alongside a team who deliver outpatient clinics for children with the rare condition.

Patients come to us from across the country for specialised care as it’s the only service in the country.

Features of the condition can be:

➡️ Nystagmus (Wobbly eyes)

➡️ Visual impairment

➡️ Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

➡️ Heart failure caused by cardiomyopathy

➡️ Hearing loss

➡️ Obesity and insulin resistance

➡️ Type 2 diabetes

➡️ Fatty liver disease

It is important to remember, AS features may develop at different stages and not everyone is affected by all of the symptoms. Even amongst siblings the symptoms can vary.

Working with Kirsty are Catarina Leal our Specialist Alstrom and diabetes Dietitian, Dr Melanie Kershaw, Consultant Endocrinologist, Marie McGee, Transition Coordinator, Jemma Mears our Physiotherapist.

Did you know we run services for three ultra rare types of diabetes? Two of the three are the only specialised clinics i...
10/03/2026

Did you know we run services for three ultra rare types of diabetes? Two of the three are the only specialised clinics in the country.

The sessions are led by our Clinical Nurse Specialists Pete, Kirsty and Sue (pictured), consultants and supported by dietitians, physiotherapists and a transition co-ordinator Marie (also pictured).

During , we’ll be focusing on each of the conditions:

Alstrom Syndrome, Wolfram Syndrome and Bardet-Biedl Syndrome.

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Steelhouse Lane
Birmingham
B46NH

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+441213339999

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