Congenital Heart Disease (100 + kids with CHD)

Congenital heart defects are structural problems with the heart present at birth. They result when a mishap occurs during heart development soon after conception and often before the mother is aware that she is pregnant. Defects range in severity from simple problems, such as “holes” between chambers of the heart, to very severe malformations, such [...]

Congenital Heart Disease: Broken Hearts of the Big Bend

Broken Hearts of the Big Bend is a circle of support for families affected by congenital heart disease. Founded on the premise “a good exercise for the heart is to bend down and help another up,” BHBB’s mission is simple: Families reach out to other families affected by congenital heart disease and offer comfort, hope [...]