HeartKids

04/09/2026

Preparing for your child's surgery can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. ❤️

Our HeartKids resource library contains a range of helpful and informative videos to support families through the challenges of childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD).

In this CHD Real Talk video, parents share their experiences of preparing for their heart kid's surgeries. You can hear useful tips on how to prepare mentally, emotionally, and practically for the challenges that lie ahead. ❤️

View the full video, plus many more, here: https://www.heartkids.org.au/cohd/cohd-real-talk/

03/09/2026

Some people may not be aware of one of the newer events on our HeartKids calendar: The Big Heart Lunch ❤️

We've now hosted two Big Heart Lunches in Melbourne and our first in Brisbane, with our second Adelaide event happening next week!

One of the highlights of both the Big Heart Lunch and our WA Gala Ball is the Heart of the Community Award. This award recognises an individual that has made a significant impact on the HeartKids community. We honour those who go above and beyond to give back by offering support, raising awareness, or contributing their time and resources.

Here are some of our wonderful recipients so far 🌟

01/09/2026

Every day, eight babies are born with a heart condition in Australia. 💙

👣 This October, walk with us to celebrate every milestone, honour those forever in our hearts and support families impacted by childhood-onset heart disease.

Every registration and dollar raised helps HeartKids provide connection, support, information and advocacy, ensuring heart families have someone beside them at every stage of their journey. ❤️

Join us as one big heart community to walk, remember, celebrate, and fundraise for a future where no heart family walks alone.

Find your local Two Feet & A Heartbeat walk and register today: https://www.heartkids.org.au/two-feet-heartbeat/

31/08/2026

Congratulations to Alice, Leonie, Cooper, Nicole and Alex on completing the Sydney Marathon yesterday! 🌟

We’re incredibly proud of our first-ever HeartKids Marathon Major team! ❤️

This amazing crew took on an incredible challenge while raising vital funds and awareness for children, young people and families impacted by childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD).

What an achievement! A huge thank you to the whole team for representing HeartKids and helping make a difference. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🙌

Enjoy some happy snaps from the day ❤️

29/08/2026

Today, on International Bereaved Father's Day, we honour all the dads who have experienced the immense grief of losing a child. 💙

Fatherhood does not end with loss. It lives on through the love you carry, the memories you hold close, and a bond that will always remain.

At this time, and always, we extend our love to all the bereaved fathers in our HeartKids community ❤️

28/08/2026

How cute is this?! 😍

Take a look at at our beautiful heart bubbas who have just started playgroup!

As many of you would have seen, we had the beautiful Arlen graduate recently, so it's exciting to welcome our new group of little learners as they begin the Early Childhood Program with us.

We can't wait to watch them grow and thrive ❤️

28/08/2026

We’re always incredibly grateful for the time and understanding of the work we do from Members of Parliament.

A big part of ensuring that our services can grow and expand is through advocacy.

We’re truely grateful to you, Donna Davis MP, for taking the time to listen, learn more about the challenges faced by HeartKids families and understand the importance of the services we provide. ❤️

Thanks Joelene for meeting up for coffee and a chat about HeartKids and the support Heartkids provides to hundreds of families across Western Sydney.

Joelene and her family moved from Leeton to live close to The Children's Hospital at Westmead so their son could receive specialist cardiac care. The support that Heartkids and Ronald McDonald House Greater Western Sydney provide families living with children with heart conditions is simply extraordinary.

I had to ask Joelene if she was named after Dolly's song - no was the reply however she has her name sung to her on a very regular basis. 🎤 🎶

27/08/2026

The Big Heart Lunch is returning to Adelaide for its second year ❤️

Join us at Arkhe restaurant on September 10 for an elegant lunch featuring delicious canapés and a premium shared two-course meal, paired with selected wines.

You'll hear from a heart mum, an upcoming fetal cardiologist, and our wonderful emcee, Simon Reeve, who will sit down with Sydney Marathon Head Coach, Ben Lucas, for an inspiring conversation exploring the power of mindset.

By joining us, you’re helping HeartKids be there for children, young people and families impacted by childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD), providing information, support, connection and advocacy across every stage of their unique journey.

Whether you're a long-time supporter or attending for the first time, we'd love you be part of it.

Tickets are selling fast, so secure your seat and help us make this year’s Big Heart Lunch one to remember!

Get your tickets today: https://big-heart-lunch-adelaide-2026.raiselysite.com/

26/08/2026

Our September online teen catch up is happening next week! This is a great opportunity for heart teens to connect with others on a similar journey ❤️

Join Michelle and Amy from the HeartKids team for a relaxed, informal catch up providing an opportunity to chat, ask questions, and have fun!

📅 Thursday, 3 September
🕑 7:30pm AEST
📍 Zoom (online)
🙌 Open to all heart teens aged 12-18

Can't make it this time? Don't worry! Two more events are still to come before the end of the year. Keep an eye out and join us at the next one. ❤️

Register for our September session here: https://www.heartkids.org.au/teen-online-catchup/

24/08/2026

This year, we're swapping our signature socks for something a little more versatile...

Introducing our 2026 Two Feet & A Heartbeat multiway bandana! 💙

Every registered walker will receive an exclusive 2026 multiway bandana, free with registration. Wear it around your neck, wrist, hair or ankle, or tie it proudly to a pram.

However you wear it, let it represent your heart story and our united community.

You can collect your bandana on event day or choose to have it posted to you for an additional cost.

Stay tuned for all the different ways we'll be wearing ours 👀

📍 Get yours by registering for your local walk today: https://www.heartkids.org.au/two-feet-heartbeat/