When you’re navigating the NICU journey, a handful of pivotal moments stand out — and MRI day is definitely one of them. For families facing a diagnosis of HIE, this scan often becomes a turning point. It’s the first time many parents hear in detail what parts of the brain may have been affected, and naturally, it raises big questions […]
When we talk about the roots of today’s HIE advocacy and research in the United States and wtih NIH funding, we turn to the story of Rosemary Kennedy—a young woman whose life forever changed her, her family, and in turn, the world. Born in 1918, Rosemary was the third child of Joseph and Rose Kennedy. Many experts believe Rosemary experienced […]
During HIE Awareness Month, we shine a light on the stories, people, and progress shaping our community. This week, we’re turning the spotlight toward the dedicated members of Hope for HIE’s Board of Directors and Medical Advisory Board — parents, professionals, and advocates who lend their time, talents, and expertise to guide our mission forward. We invited our Board of […]
We’re thrilled to reintroduce the 2025 SOAR program—now new and improved with a fully online experience through our Canvas platform! SOAR is a unique initiative designed to support children as they grow into their lives with HIE, helping them feel seen, supported, and connected. Developed by Annie Gunning, Hope for HIE’s certified Child Life Specialist, SOAR was created in response […]
One of the most challenging parts of navigating an HIE diagnosis is that there are many possible causes—and often, there aren’t clear answers about what caused it or how it will affect a baby or child. Dr. Monica Arroyo, a pediatric neurologist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Florida, shares that clinicians deeply understand how painful that uncertainty can be. […]
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