Our stories
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Macy’s Christmas Wish
"Dear Santa, this Christmas I wish my hair would grow back like my mummy's."
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Amelia’s Story
"Amelia is in hospital so frequently and it is mentally and physically exhausting seeing your child so unwell."
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Cian’s Story
“Hospital is all we've ever known.”
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Isla’s Story
By the time Isla was 9, her left leg was 8cm shorter than her right, and she began the gruelling leg-lengthening process.
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Leo’s Story
“There were no signs that Leo was ill – then we were told he had a brain tumour.”
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Ruth’s Story
"Ruth's diagnosis of Moyamoya disease changed our lives forever."
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Josh’s Hospital Journey
"He will ask, 'Why me? Why do I have this and other kids don’t?' I can see it in his eyes and it just breaks my heart."
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Lily’s Long-Term Conditions
"As someone who already struggled with their mental health, I found developing chronic conditions really tough."
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Mason’s Story
"He shouldn't have to be this brave at six years old."
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12 Year Old Jessica Fronts New ECHC Campaign to Tackle Children’s Loneliness
Children in hospital go through so much. They shouldn't have to feel lonely too.
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Warners Solicitors Smash Edinburgh’s Seven Hills Challenge
We are putting our feet up for a rest now whilst we think up our next challenge!
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Leith’s Superhero Splash for Cash
A daring fundraising dip in aid of a real life superhero!
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