Mabel

Mabel

This is Mabel’s story, shared by her family after discovering complications with her heart during pregnancy. Children’s Heart Surgery Fund supports the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit, helping provide the care and equipment needed throughout her treatment. written by mum...
Florence Dottie: Heart Month 2026

Florence Dottie: Heart Month 2026

Florence’s journey into the world of congenital heart disease began long before her family were ready for it. What followed was a difficult mix of fear, medical decisions and tiny moments of hope that carried them through. Mum Kelly, from Halifax, said: “Florence’s...
Honey is home, because of you!

Honey is home, because of you!

“After 7 weeks in hospital, we are finally home with our little girl – Honey.   “Honey has been through more in her first 7 weeks of life than most of us will in a lifetime.   “Born with a heart defect – coarctated aorta – she’s...
Rowan: Heart Month 2026

Rowan: Heart Month 2026

“The time in hospital was a very scary time and the resources that CHSF provide are invaluable. “CHSF is an amazing resource for children with congenital heart disease and their families!” Mum Sarah, from Grimsby, said: “Our local hospital discovered Rowan...
Abdul Mu’eed: Heart Month 2026

Abdul Mu’eed: Heart Month 2026

“I realised there is a whole community of heart warriors and incredibly strong parents who truly understand this journey. “There will be hard days. There will be moments of fear and exhaustion. But there will also be strength you never knew you had, love that...
Vincent: Heart Month 2026

Vincent: Heart Month 2026

“Everyone was absolutely incredible supporting us through every hurdle – there certainly were a lot! “There is no way we would’ve gotten through it without the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund team.” Mum Katie, from Bridlington, said: “When Vincent was 9 days...