Baystate Children's Hospital

03/13/2025

Meet the adorable Celine! Celine is 4.5 years old and full of joy! She loves to dance, sing, color, and draw. But her real passion? Playing dress-up, painting her nails, and doing makeup—especially if it's sparkly! ✨

Celine's journey began when her mom, Allison, was admitted to Baystate Medical Center at just 28 weeks pregnant after her water broke. She stayed at the Wesson Women and Infants' Unit until being induced at 34 weeks. During this time, our amazing doctors at the Davis NICU walked Allison through every step of the process, easing fears and ensuring she felt supported. Allison received two rounds of steroid shots to help Celine's lungs, blood vessels, and overall development. Celine was born premature and immediately received expert care in the NICU, where she stayed for 11 days.

While we always hope families never need the NICU, we are incredibly honored to be there when they do. Seeing Celine today, thriving and full of life, is a reminder of the strength and resilience of our little fighters and the amazing care our team provides. Thank you, Allison, for sharing this beautiful update with us!

03/12/2025

We danced, strutted the red carpet, did cartwheels, shared stories of hope, and raised $256,235 for the families at Baystate Children’s Hospital.

Here’s a look back at some of our favorite 94.7 WMAS - Springfield, MA Radiothon moments! 🌟

03/11/2025

03/05/2025

Wow, once again our community has amazed us! Thanks to your incredible generosity, along with the hard work of our volunteers, sponsors, 94.7 WMAS - Springfield, MA, and the Baystate Health Foundation team, we’ve raised $256,235 to support the lifesaving care at Baystate Children’s Hospital.

Thank you for making miracles happen!

03/05/2025

Before reading further, please be aware this post discusses the loss of a child.

As we close out this year’s radiothon, we reflect on Eislyn’s legacy and the many brave young patients who have been gained their wings due to serious illness.

Eislyn Rose O’Brien was diagnosed with a rare form of Acute Myeloid Leukemia in November 2019, shortly after her first birthday. She faced five rounds of high-dose chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant. Sadly, despite these efforts, she relapsed within 20 days.

In July 2020, her parents received the heartbreaking news that her condition was terminal. They chose to leave the hospital and fill Eislyn’s final months with as many beautiful moments as possible.

On October 9, 2020, Eislyn gained her wings.

Her mother, Chelsea, continues to share her story, honoring her memory and raising awareness for other children battling illness.

Your donation today can make a profound difference for families in western Massachusetts, offering them the care, compassion, and support they need at Baystate Children’s Hospital.

Help us help kids by making a donation:
☎️ Call 413-794-1111 before 6 PM
💻 Donate online at WMASKids.com
📲 Text WMASKids to 36413 anytime.
💛 Become a Miracle Maker by donating $20/month to Baystate Children’s Hospital

03/05/2025

Don’t pass on making miracles possible for the families at Baystate Children’s Hospital.🏀

We are here at the Basketball Hall of Fame for the 94.7 WMAS Radiothon raising funds to help the children of our community.

Help us help kids by making a donation:
☎️ Call 413-794-1111 before 6 PM
💻 Donate online at WMASKids.com
📲 Text WMASKids to 36413 anytime.
💛 Become a Miracle Maker by donating $20/month to Baystate Children’s Hospital

03/05/2025

We are in full swing for day 2 of the 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital and having a blast! All donations stay location to support care for our communities youngest.

Hey us help kids:

📞 Call 413-794-1111 from 6 am to 6 pm
💻 Visit https://bit.ly/radiothon25
📲 Text WMAS Kids to 51555

03/05/2025

Luca Mangini was born at just 23 weeks and spent 180 days in the Baystate Children’s Hospital Davis NICU. Throughout this challenging journey, his parents, Becky and Mark, shared how profoundly the care team impacted their family.

One of the most significant comforts was the AngelEye cameras, which allowed them to see Luca even when they couldn’t be there in person.

Your generous donations help us provide essential resources like these cameras. Donate today and make a meaningful difference.

☎️ Call 413-794-1111
💻 Donate online at WMASKids.com
📲 Text WMASKids to 36413 anytime.
💛 Become a Miracle Maker by donating $20/month to Baystate Children’s Hospital

03/04/2025

As we reach the end of Day 1 of Radiothon
We want to thank the friends who have come along.
This journey takes 24 hours total
And we can’t wait for you to join us again tomorrow!

Tune in on Wednesday at 6 am sharp
To hear stories filled with miracles and heart.
Your donations help make vital care possible
For newborns, kids, and teenagers at Baystate Children’s Hospital.

See you tomorrow for the final day of the 94.7 WMAS Radiothon!
And, if you’re ready to make miracles tonight, you can still donate online at
https://bit.ly/radiothon25

03/04/2025

A huge shoutout to Dr. Kevin Moriarty, Chief of Pediatric Surgery, who completed a 5-hour surgery today and still made time to join us at the 94.7 WMAS - Springfield, MA Radiothon! He shared how your generous donations help make it possible for him to perform 400-500 life-changing surgeries every year.

Thank you for your incredible support!

☎️ Call 413-794-1111
💻 Donate online at WMASKids.com
📲 Text WMASKids to 36413 anytime.
💛 Become a Miracle Maker by donating $20/month to Baystate Children’s Hospital

03/04/2025

From the Davis NICU to cartwheels on the red carpet, Evie is thriving.

Eight years ago, Evie Dedrick was born earlier than expected, leading to some respiratory challenges that have followed her into her childhood. Thanks in part to her care at Baystate Children’s Hospital, Evie is sharing her vibrant personality and love of dance with the world!

Her Mom Kristen shared: “While Evie’s strength and health continues to be strong, she still works to manage her asthma. We continue to use the brilliant techniques and tips from the incredible team at Baystate to help maintain her health as we manage through these challenging cold seasons. We are comforted knowing that we have Baystate to rely on should the need arise for Evie to seek emergency assistance.”

Here’s how we can make miracles happen together:

📞 Call 413-794-1111 from 6 am to 6 pm
💻 Visit WMASKids.com
📲 Text WMAS Kids to 51555
📍 Stop by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame from 6 am to 6 pm on March 4-5