Sanford Children's Hospital - Sioux Falls

08/07/2025

Losing a student, classmate or friend is difficult at any age and therapists say talking to your child about death is something that shouldn't wait.

Katelyn Mickelson, a psychologist at Sanford Health in Fargo, says if you notice your child being more clingy or more distant than usual, or if they have difficulty with anxiety and sleeping after being impacted by a death, the best way to talk about it is to be direct, immediate and to let them know that it's something they can be open about.

More via WDAY TV News: https://san.fo/3GYtWva

08/06/2025

Breastfeeding is a full-time job. One that doesn’t come with sick days.

Mastitis, an inflammation of the breast tissue, can cause sore, swollen breasts or flu-like symptoms in breastfeeding moms.

Learn the signs of mastitis so you can get treatment quickly and get back to caring for your baby.

08/05/2025

Are you a new graduate from medical school? We have some advice for you!

As you enter this exciting and pivotal stage of your life, don't forget to keep your personal mission at the center of your practice. You are called to care for others, and your service to your community is greatly appreciated.

If you want to continue to build your career, get connected with our resources: https://san.fo/3UIH1f8

08/05/2025

Social media can be a great way for teens and pre-teens to stay connected with friends, family and others with common interests. Its unmonitored use can also be the gateway to trouble, however.

Learn how to create guidelines that work for your family:

To ward off the worst effects of social media, we checked with a counselor about how teens and families can set healthy expectations online.

08/05/2025

Knowing how to spot the symptoms of hand-foot-mouth disease can help you stop the spread of this highly contagious diseases.

Most kids experience hand-foot-mouth for about a week and don’t require a trip to the doctor’s office.

However, in some cases, kids may need to see their health care provider. Swipe through to learn more.

08/04/2025

As a parent, it is important to be aware of the possible signs and symptoms of excess anxiety in your child. Learn about what to look for and what you can do:

What is childhood anxiety exactly? Learn about what childhood anxiety looks like, help your child cope, and how to seek help if needed.

08/04/2025

When it comes to breastfeeding, what you eat matters and breastfeeding superfoods should be your go-to.

Good nutrition will help increase your milk supply, give you more energy and help you take off baby weight.

Learn how to incorporate these superfoods into your diet here: https://san.fo/4eIhI5X

08/03/2025

Steve Ronken got shoulder replacement surgery and then broke his arm the next day.

A team from Sanford Health that includes Dr. Harvey Oliver and physical therapist Jillissa Schnebel work with Ronken now to get him back on track.

The results are promising.

Learn more about his story: https://san.fo/3HcoDYZ

Steve Ronken broke his arm less than 24 hours after getting a total shoulder replacement. Now he's working toward a full recovery.

08/02/2025

The fall sports season is right around the corner, which means it's time to make sure your children are up to date on their sports physicals for the 2025-2026 school season.

Dr. Stephanie Hanson, pediatrician at Sanford Health in Fargo, discussed why sports physicals are so important with North Dakota Today.

Watch here: https://san.fo/40IUozq

08/01/2025

Advocates for child safety say you should start having conversations about stranger danger with your children early and practice scenarios so they can identify potentially dangerous situations.

Kelly Wharton, a nurse practitioner at Sanford Health, explained on Dakota News Now why it's important to make sure your kids understand ways to get the attention of safe adults in those situations and why it's important to have a safe place to meet in case they become lost.

Learn more: https://san.fo/4kZ03bL

08/01/2025

“There was no healthy tissue left. Amputation was the only option and it was necessary to stop the infection and save her life.”

Dr. Kayla Emter, a podiatrist at Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Bismarck, said early detection and fast treatment can be limb-saving or life-saving for patients like Elaine, a local 80-year-old woman who was diagnosed with cellulitis.

Watch here via KX News: https://san.fo/41hPxp3

08/01/2025

According to the NHTSA, helmets reduce fatal injuries by 37% for riders and 41% for passengers.

Scott Lim, MD, warns, “The brain injuries I’ve seen from helmetless crashes are catastrophic. Some patients never regain basic functions.”

As riders head to Sturgis, remember:
Wear a helmet
Gear up
Ride smart

Learn more about staying safe on the road Dakota News Now: https://san.fo/4fguKIt

02/11/2023

From a 1 pound, 12 ounce newborn to a happy, healthy 13-year-old – support from the Sanford Health Foundation helps purchase Giraffe OmniBeds to keep our smallest patients safe and healthy, so that one day they can send us photos like this!

The second photo was taken this fall, at Finn's last official appointment at the Castle. Join us in congratulating Finn on "graduating"!

08/17/2022

A new Sanford Orthopedics Hospital is being constructed next to the Sanford Children's Hospital. Due to this construction, patients and visitors to the Sanford Children's Hospital and Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic should use new parking and entrance areas.

We highly encourage all patients, visitors and families to take advantage of our convenient valet services at the main entrance of the Sanford Children's Hospital. These services are available on Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m.

Please refer to the provided map for parking areas, entrances and the valet location: https://san.fo/3QNH1GK

12/13/2020

A reminder that our virtual memorial service is today at 2 p.m.

Click "Join Event" on the page linked below. Event number and password are also listed on this page.

The staff of Sanford Children's Hospital and Women's Services invite you to our Memorial Service. We welcome anyone who has been touched by miscarriage, infant or child death to attend this memorial service where your loved one will be remembered and celebrated.

12/10/2020

The staff of Sanford Children's Hospital and Women's Services invite you to our Memorial Service, December 13 at 2 p.m.
We welcome anyone who has been touched by miscarriage, infant or child death to attend this memorial service where your loved one will be remembered and celebrated.

Due to the safety of our families during the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's service will be held virtually. More information can be found at this link.

The staff of Sanford Children's Hospital and Women's Services invite you to our Memorial Service. We welcome anyone who has been touched by miscarriage, infant or child death to attend this memorial service where your loved one will be remembered and celebrated.

12/02/2020

There are many ways you can give back and donate to Sanford Children's during this holiday season! Below are three ways you can spread joy to our patients. Happy Holidays and we thank you for your generosity!

2020 Child's Voice Donation Drive: https://san.fo/36ssVpW
2020 Sanford Children's Hospital Holiday Wish List: https://san.fo/3mufQlA
Sanford Health Foundation: https://san.fo/3mxik2z

10/05/2020

Thank you West Lyon Community School District Marching Band for visiting our Children's Hospital and putting on a great show!

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The West Lyon Marching band took part in the annual Festival of Bands Saturday at Howard Wood Field in Sioux Falls, but that wasn’t their only performance of …

09/18/2020

“I will do literally almost anything I can think of to surprise them, to make their day but then also to remind them that the world’s not all about the sickness that they have right now. They can rebuild, restore and reclaim their world." -- Dan Steventon, DPT, pediatric cancer rehabilitation specialist for Sanford Health

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s scary when anyone gets a cancer diagnosis and it can be especially hard when that person is a child.

09/17/2020

The Sanford Children's Boekelheide NICU is participating the first national NICU read-a-thon!

“Reading to babies is important because babies need to hear their parents’ voices." - Elizabeth Jeanson, DPT

Sanford Health is participating in a NICU read-a-thon for the the first time. The event isn’t only beneficial for newborns, but their families too.

09/10/2020

It was an honor to have NFL Alumni visit the Sanford Children's Hospital this morning. Retired players Kyle Richardson, Billy Davis and Beasley Reece signed and tossed around the football to help bring a smile to a few of our patients' and families faces!

06/26/2020

"They, in the midst of their grief, were thinking of how they can help others and how Adelyn can help other people." - Dr. Mark - palliative care at the Sanford Children's Hospital.

The organ donation is the only NICU donation at Sanford in recent memory, Sanford workers say.

05/02/2020

We're grateful to Pinnacle Productions for creating a brilliant light show for health care workers and patients during the Let It Shine South Dakota.

03/20/2020

Dr. Joseph Segeleon, vice president and medical officer for Sanford Children's, spoke with Keloland Living on how to speak with your children about COVID-19 and answer questions they may have.

As public conversations around covid-19 increase, your children may be worrying about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with coronavirus. Dr. Joe Segeleon is the Vice President and …

01/10/2020

Thank you to PAW Patrol Live! for spending time with our patients and brightening their day. https://san.fo/2t5MraT

PAW Patrol Live! visits kids at the Sanford Children's Hospital on Friday, Jan. 10, before their performances this weekend at the Denny Sanford Premier Center.

01/07/2020

Learn how to keep your children warm and safe in their car seat. https://san.fo/2FmYrHF

Practical winter safety guidelines from Sanford Health to keep children safe indoors, outside and in vehicles when the temperature drops and the snow flies.

12/24/2019

Learn more about bringing Christmas to the castle. https://san.fo/2PX8NAO

12/23/2019

We're grateful to Adeline for her Christmas wish for children staying at the Sanford Children's Hospital. http://bit.ly/2Sep09D

Instead of presents under her Christmas tree, Adeline Halverson has 231 books.

12/21/2019

Learn how Nolan has been spreading Christmas joy to our patients for the past 5 years. http://bit.ly/2Senp3y

Nolan Adams, 13, has raised roughly $14,000 total to buy gifts for hospitalized children.

12/20/2019

With Christmas right around the corner, we’re sharing fun facts about Christmas at the Castle. https://san.fo/2PX8NAO