NICU reunion celebrates families and caregivers at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital

Families gathered at the Nutrien Wonderhub for a heartwarming reunion that brought together children who once relied on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital and the dedicated staff who cared for them.

From left: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit graduate, Keaton Andre, with his family. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit staff members: Back row (from left): Candace Luciak, Shannon Willard, Rafaella Sakai Guerra, Dawn Erker, Ashley Skafel, Brooke Sterling, Chelsea Eason, and Molly McGillis. Front row: Connie Wormsbecker, Sarah Kotyk, Cara Galambos, Morgan Therres, Mikayla Nystuen, Jennifer Parson, Diane Denny, and Kristi Trevors. COURTESY SASKATCHEWAN HEALTH AUTHORITY

The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Reunion 2025 offered families the chance to reconnect with caregivers, share experiences, and celebrate the growth of their children—from energetic toddlers to school-aged NICU graduates. Parents reunited with the staff who supported them through some of their most challenging days.

“The NICU reunion events give families and staff a chance to reconnect and celebrate,” said Dr. Anna Donovan, a NICU physician at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital. “A special bond is formed when you help a new baby and their family through a difficult time. Through these events, we build community between families who had a baby in the NICU. It also re-energizes our staff to see the amazing little people they helped after they went home. We hope to continue celebrating together for years to come.”

For families, the reunion highlights milestones once only hoped for. For staff, it is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of their care. The event celebrates resilience and strengthens a community built on compassion and shared experience.