Gillette Stories

Down Syndrome and Healthcare: Your Questions, Answered

Get answers to common questions about the kind of medical care that children with Down syndrome often need.

Gait and Motion Analysis Makes Gillette a Top Center for Cerebral Palsy Care

Transforming Outcomes for Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

Gillette Children's study examines the use of Infant Constraint Induced Movement Therapy to improve outcomes for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

Expanding Cerebral Palsy Knowledge with Three New Books

With more than a century of unwavering commitment and expertise in cerebral palsy care, Gillette Children’s—through our Cerebral Palsy Institute—is a global leader in clinical excellence, pioneering research, and advocacy. In December 2024, we reached a new milestone with the release of three books as part of the Gillette Children's Healthcare Series, each focusing on a different type of cerebral palsy: Spastic Hemiplegia, Spastic Quadriplegia, Spastic Diplegia, second edition

Developmental Evaluation Clinic Provides a Powerful Team of Experts

Gillette Children’s has a new Developmental Evaluation Clinic to help answer parents’ questions about their child’s growth and development.

Gillette’s Global Partnership Advances Care for Rare Disease

Over 400 million people worldwide are estimated to live with a rare disease, and over half of those living with a rare disease are children. Gillette Children's has partnered with the International Hospital Federation (IHF) to form the Global Rare Paediatric Disease Network (GRPDN), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving care for children with rare diseases worldwide.

What is Pediatric Genetic Counseling at Gillette Children’s

Gillette Children’s is expanding its team of expert genetic counselors to help you find answers and make informed decisions about genetic testing and discover how a rare genetic disease might affect your child. Gillette provides solid information and support.

Gillette Children’s Announces 2025 Children’s Miracle Network National Champion

ZaLayaa Jahzara Wandrick is 12 years old. She’s an excellent cook, crafter and loves science, soccer and coding, but for much of her life, has had to deal with multiple sensory and complex medical conditions. Gillette Children's is excited to announce ZaLayaa Jahzara has been named our 2025 Children's Miracle Network National Champion.

Greater Minnesota Health Care Brings Appreciation and Awards

Gillette Children's is committed to providing care for children who live in Greater Minnesota and in rural areas. A 19-year-old longtime patient credits the support and cerebral palsy care she receives at Gillette as one of the keys to helping her compete in the Miss Willmar pageant and winning a title.