Showing love from one mom to another.
Earlier this week, Mama D visited the newest parents at @UCLAMCH to give them a special Sparks onesie & a gift bag.
Happy Mother’s Day from the Sparks & @UCLAHealth !
Two sets of identical triplets were delivered at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in 2025 by Dr. Ilina Pluym, just four months apart. Treated as high-risk pregnancies, both sets happily had no complications and recently enjoyed an exciting triplet meetup. Read more at @UCLAHealth link in bio.
Former @UCLAFootball quarterbacks championed a fundraiser for @UCLAMCH on April 18. Patients and families visited with UCLA quarterback alumni for brunch and activities generously donated by the Heisman Trophy Trust (@heismantrophy ). The event raised over $225,000 for hospital programs and research.
A deeply meaningful conversation for families navigating the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) 💙
@DrEveGlazier sits down with NICU parent Christy Bachrach. She shares her powerful journey at UCLA Health and the lasting bond she formed with Brittany Ratner, the NICU nurse who cared for her daughter, Charlie, during those critical first months. As we approach the March for Babies event on April 25, we honor the strength of our families and the extraordinary compassion of our NICU teams. Listen to the full episode — tap the link in our bio.
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#UCLAHealth #UCLAMCH #DrEveGlazier #NICU #MarchForBabies #MedicallySpeakingPodcast
The @FDA recently granted accelerated approval for a gene therapy for LAD-I, a rare genetic immune disorder, following a clinical trial at UCLA led by Dr. Donald Kohn.
The treatment restores immune function and offers renewed hope for children and families affected by this condition. Read more at @uclamch link in bio.
This #AutismAwarenessMonth, Dr. Eve Glazier talks to Dr. Shafali Jeste, child neurologist and chair of pediatrics at UCLA Health, about how we can better understand autism. Watch or listen to the full episode on the Medically Speaking podcast as they discuss early signs and what "spectrum" really means. Link in @uclamch bio.
It’s always a special day when the @Lakers and @LakerGirls visit UCLA Health to spend time with our patients and staff. Thank you for sharing laughs, high-fives and unforgettable moments this season. 🏀✨
Wishing the @Lakers good luck in the playoffs 💜💛
Mckenna Grace partnered with Starlight Children’s Foundation to bring some happiness to UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital — delivering toys and slime supplies, making slime with the kids and sharing treats (baked by her mom!) with our incredible care teams. She brought a surprise guest, Mason Thames, that made the day even more special.
Thank you @mckennagraceful and @StarlightChildrensFoundation for making our day brighter.
Thank you to the @ChaseFoundation for honoring our 15-year partnership with a staff appreciation event. The day featured activities for our patients, including a coffee cart with baristas serving cookies and making custom coffee, tea and hot chocolate. We are proud to celebrate this milestone together.💙💛
Click the link in our bio to learn more about our Chase Child Life Specialists and how they are dedicated to supporting children’s well-being at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital.
At a children’s hospital, there’s a role specifically dedicated to helping kids be kids during treatment: the Child Life Specialist. This Child Life Month, meet two of our specialists:
🌟 Millicent Ongaco, MS, CCLS: Having spent a decade at UCLA Health, Millie works in an outpatient setting at the infusion center. She focuses on creating a safe environment for them to explore their feelings, while also being attentive to their parents and caregivers too. For Millie, play is her superpower — it’s how specialists bridge the gap with kids.
💫 Hanna Skane, MS, CCLS: After experiencing personal loss, Hanna began volunteering at hospitals and learned more about Child Life. She came to UCLA Health in 2023, then moved into pediatric oncology. Building rapport and connecting with patients is a priority for Hanna, as well as making space for them to reclaim their identity beyond their diagnosis.
“It’s not just about physical healing, but the emotional safeguard we provide the family and the kiddo as well,” says Kelli Carroll, MS, CCLS, director of the Chase Child Life program.
Learn more about their impact at link in bio.
Meet Annalise.💙 After completing chemotherapy, this incredible young warrior celebrated in the best way — as an honorary @uclahealth Kid Captain at a @uclagymnastics meet. A gymnast herself, she was beyond excited to meet some of the team and even joined them as a member of the starting lineups. Her smile lit up Pauley Pavilion. 🌟 Swipe to see her moment. ➡️
