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💛💙#1 in Michigan. 20 years running.

For the 20th year in a row, we've been honored as Michigan's BEST children's hospital and among the best in the nation by @usnews.

Thank you to our A-MAIZE-ING patients, families, volunteers, staff, researchers, nurses and physicians who make this achievement possible year after year. Hail!

🔗Link in bio. by @mottchildren

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Meet Dexter one of the Little Victors from our 2026 calendar. “Dexter was diagnosed in the summer of 2025 with limb girdle muscular dystrophy. Unbeknownst to us, it’s a genetic condition that he has had since birth. It wasn’t until we discovered him struggling to keep up with his teammates and finding physical activities increasingly difficult that we realized there was an issue. We were referred to both Genetics and the Neuromuscular Clinic at Mott, where through genetic testing, he received his official diagnosis, along with his older brother. Dr. Neil has spent hours with us, ensuring that Dexter receives the proper treatment from an array of medical specialists and explaining to us what to expect for his future. We will forever be grateful for her care as we navigate this new diagnosis.” Hail, Dexter!

Today is Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day. 🩵💚 #LGMDawareness by @mottchildren

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🎗️Every week, the seventh floor of Mott Children's Hospital fills with applause as patients perform card tricks, show off drawings, dance and play guitar.

Many people join in on the fun, including staff members who participate alongside patients, families who cheer from the audience and sometimes people stand outside the door to watch.

Learn more about our 7E talent show and how you can help #BlockOutCancer this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 🔗 Link in bio. A child in a Spider-Man costume holding a small black object stands in front of seated adults. A person in a floral shirt and a person wearing a shirt with cartoon characters are in the background. The room has teal walls and a colorful artwork. by @mottchildren

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🦋🎗️ Little Victors, families and staff gathered for the release of 200 butterflies in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. A meaningful reminder of hope, resilience and brighter days ahead.

A heartfelt thank you to our master gardeners and the Michigan State University Extension program for nurturing Mott's butterfly garden and helping make this special tradition possible. Hail! #BlockOutCancer by @mottchildren

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🦋🎗️ 200 butterflies took flight in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, carrying a message of hope, strength and a future where no child faces cancer.

Learn how you can help #BlockOutCancer. 🔗Link in bio. by @mottchildren

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🎗️National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is almost over, but there’s still time to get our limited-edition “Block Out Cancer” T-shirt. Wear it to show your support and help fund pediatric cancer programs at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Get yours today! 🔗 Link in bio.

📸: Little Victors pictured from left to right: Aarush, Grace W., Claire, Grace Z., Conner, and Lucian. by @mottchildren

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NICU Awareness Month: Meet Ari💛💙

Born at 31 weeks and weighing just 3 lbs., 11 oz., Ari spent 60 days in the Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit at Mott.

Since birth, he has needed supplemental oxygen due to respiratory distress and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. At six weeks old, he was diagnosed with Trisomy 21 and has undergone five surgeries throughout his life.

Through every challenge, his family says, Ari shows incredible strength.

“He is the strongest Little Victor with the most contagious smile,” his mom, Amber, says. “He lights up every room he enters, spreading joy everywhere he goes!” by @mottchildren

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Wyatt Tucker was always aware of how important safety goggles are when using Nerf guns. During a play date, he went to his room to put them on, when his friend accidentally shot him in his right eye.

He was diagnosed and treated at U-M for bleeding, retinal dialysis, and retinal detachment.

Now recovered, Wyatt and his family continue to spread their message of awareness to other families who might not realize how dangerous Nerf guns are if proper precautions aren't taken.

Learn more about his story by following the link in bio 🔗 A person smiling and standing at a library table, holding a small model airplane made from LEGO bricks. The background features shelves filled with books. by @mottchildren

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🎗️💛 @HyundaiHopeonWheels presented a $400,000 Hyundai Scholar Hope Grant award to support pediatric cancer research at Mott totaling more than $4.1 million in cancer research support since 1998.

Dr. Patrick Joseph Grohar was the recipient of this year's Hyundai Scholar Hope Grant award.

Hyundai executives and local Hyundai dealers joined our Little Victors and their families, staff, and physicians for a celebration in our courtyard. They placed their painted handprints on Dr. Grohar’s white coat. Hail! by @mottchildren

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🐯🎗️The Detroit Tigers and Fleece & Thank You teamed up to bring comfort, fun and blanket making to Little Victors in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. PAWS and the Rally Cats made the day extra special with room-to-room blanket deliveries featuring a custom Detroit Tigers patch!

The Detroit Tigers also donated a Tigers X @StarlightChildrensFoundation Nintendo Switch for Mott patients and families to enjoy.

Hail and GO @Tigers! by @mottchildren

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🎗️For nearly 20 years, Vanessa Shamany-Fakhoury has cared for patients at Mott. In October 2019, she found herself on the other side of the hospital bed when her 18-month-old daughter, Maria, became a patient.

Maria was diagnosed with anaplastic sarcoma of the kidney, an exceptionally rare cancer.

With the help of her care team, led by Drs. Sedig and Newman, her family and friends, 8-year-old Maria is now thriving.

Learn more about Maria's journey and how you can help #BlockOutCancer this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 🔗 Link in bio. A child is joyfully sitting in a blue and red Little Tikes swing, wearing a pink outfit and white shoes. The swing is suspended by bright yellow ropes in a sunny, grassy yard. by @mottchildren

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💛🎗️Meet Sophia one of the Little Victors from our 2026 calendar. “At her one-year well visit, Sophia’s unusually pale complexion prompted her pediatrician to order bloodwork. Just hours later, a phone call delivered news that would forever change our lives — the results were consistent with leukemia. A bone marrow biopsy confirmed the diagnosis, and the very next day, a port was placed, and treatment began. Sophia spent the first 40 days in the hospital, with additional admissions lasting weeks at a time for chemotherapy and WBC recovery. Despite the challenges, Sophia’s spirit has remained unbroken. She is often seen performing at the weekly Talent Show or cruising the halls of 7 East on her favorite ride-on cars with Dashiel the Therapy Dog. Through every obstacle, she continues to embody strength, courage, and joy — our true warrior, our Little Victor. The entire Mott care team has been nothing short of extraordinary throughout our journey. We are deeply grateful for the compassion, patience, dedication, and expertise shown to Sophia every step of the way.” Hail, Sophia!

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month you can help #BlockOutCancer. 🔗Link in bio. by @mottchildren

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