The YNHCH Wish Book is a catalog of various items that could help make a real difference in the life of a sick child, a worried parent, or a family struggling with illness. Over the past 11 years, these gifts have helped countless pediatric patients during some of the toughest times in their young lives. You can help hospitalized children & families feel better today by selecting one of the many wishes from the following pages!
Wish Book
Dear Friends, Welcome to our 2023–24 Wish Book! We invite you to browse the following pages and find a gift that will delight a sick child at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. Pediatric patients at our Children’s Hospital receive the best medical care in Connecticut…and also, healing takes more than medicine. Healing is also feeling loved and cared for. That’s where you come in. You can bring our youngest patients that feeling of warmth and care they need to get well. Please help our young patients get through the loneliness and anxiety of a hospital visit with stuffed animals, cozy pajamas, toys that distract from medical procedures, and books to inspire their imaginations. You’ll find something for every age and interest in this year’s Wish Book. Your gifts of love and care will help them heal faster — and get home sooner. The children and their families will be so grateful! And so will entire team at the Children’s Hospital!. With my own heartfelt thanks,
Stephen M. Jakab, CFRE VP & Chief Development Officer
Yale New Haven Hospital Yale New Haven Health
Comforting patients and families
Comfort bags for tired caregivers A gift bag with items specially chosen to reduce the stress and fatigue that a caregiver feels after spending long days in the hospital with their child or loved one. Includes items such as lip balm, hand lotion, eye mask, hand towels, journal, and pens. #401 Eachbag......................$25 Memento kits for bereaved loved ones Crafting a project to memorialize a lost child can help siblings and other loved ones begin to process their grief. Kits include small boxes and various craft items to personalize them. #402 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60 Children’s books about grief Coping with the loss of someone important can be especially difficult and confusing for a child. These beautifully written, age-appropriate books explain the range of emotions a child may experience and help them feel like they’re not alone. #403 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12
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Fun, non-slip socks What child wouldn’t be cheered up by an adorable, colorful pair of cozy socks with brightly colored teddy bears, dinosaur babies, or bug-eyed frogs on them? These socks are so much better than the plain blue non-skid socks that hospitals usually provide. #404 Eachpair .....................$10 Crocs™ for kids Crocs (those funny looking rubber shoes) are cool, and they make kids happy! Better yet, they are lightweight, comfortable, and help prevent falls in the hospital setting. #405 Eachpair .....................$40 Cough Buddy™ pillow Specially designed post-operative pillow — in the shape of a stuffed animal — with a firm, yet flexible, back serves as a splint for a child’s incision. It helps patients breathe, provides support, and minimizes pain after surgery. #406 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Cozy flannel robes and cotton pajamas Kids often feel self-conscious when they have to wear a hospital gown because they don’t have their own bathrobes or pajamas. Soft, hooded robes and long-sleeved pajamas decorated with whales, lady bugs, cars and trucks, alligators, and a host of other cute designs are guaranteed to bring a smile. #407 Eachrobe......................$25 #408 Eachpairofpajamas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
Soft blankets for caregivers staying overnight These fleecy blankets keep caregivers cozy in their child’s room at night. #409 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 Therapeutic weighted blankets and garments Heavy, weighted blankets, shoulder wraps, and vests are proven to soothe anxiety and promote calm for children with special needs such as autistic spectrum disorders, sensory processing dysfunction, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. #410 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 The original Therapeutic Heart Pillow This bright red heart-shaped pillow improves healing for children recovering from heart surgery. It’s cozy and cute and proven to relieve pain. And it’s printed with an anatomically accurate diagram of the heart, so patients can see exactly where they were fixed! #411 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Cuddly stuffed animal You can give the gift of a stuffed animal to a young patient to cuddle, distract, and be a special friend at a difficult time. #412 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
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Critical first days
Special bottle for feeding high-risk babies This feeding bottle ensures that infants and children who are at risk of choking are fed safely. #413 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 Soothing music therapy for preemies Our certified music therapist provides individual sessions of live music, offering gentle stimulation, soothing sounds, and lullabies to build the bond between newborn and caregiver. #414 Eachsession ....................$50 Toys to soothe and stimulate newborns A variety of toys like mirrors, mobiles, rattles, musical toys, and vibrating stuffed animals entertain, stimulate, and delight infants and their caregivers. #415 Eachtoy......................$25 Crib mobile You can help make sure each bassinet in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has a mobile to stimulate a newborn’s vision, hearing, and motor skills. #416 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
Cuddly wearable blanket The Halo Sleepsack® wearable blanket is much safer than loose blankets in the crib, which can cover a baby’s face and interfere with breathing. #417 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 Baby Shusher sound machine There’s a reason users of this sound machine call it “The Sleep Miracle.” It really works to calm even the most persistent crying spell! Using a rhythmic “Shhh” sound, the Baby Shusher quiets a baby by mimicking the sounds in the womb. #418 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Books for new big sisters and brothers These adorable books help children understand what to expect — both the good and the tough things — when a new baby is introduced to the family #419 Each........................$30
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Developmental play kits Each kit contains a variety of toys specially selected to support infant development, including items such as rattles, board books, sensory toys, baby musical instruments, soft blocks, etc. #420 Eachkit ......................$30 Recording stethoscope This special stethoscope makes digital recordings of a newborn’s heartbeat to give families as a meaningful keepsake. #421 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$450 Crafts for families with newborns in Intensive Care Scrapbooking and crafting supplies to make name signs for each baby’s isolette, and to capture tiny footprints as mementos or holiday gifts. Set of scrapbooks, paper, stickers, stencils, paints, and stamps. #422 EachSet......................$25 Books to help families cope with the tragic loss of a baby Beautifully illustrated picture books designed to help a young child understand what has happened when there has been a pregnancy loss in the family. #423 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Boppy ® pillow This feeding and support pillow makes the caregiver much more comfortable by lifting the baby to the perfect ergonomic position for feedings. It is also ideal for propping, tummy time, and learning to sit with a caregiver’s supervision. #424 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40
Caregiver journal To help parents and other caregivers keep track of the complex details involved in overseeing a child’s hospital care — questions and concerns, instructions, medications, names of care providers, procedures, etc. #425 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 Boxed meals for caregivers Individually wrapped, tasty meals allow caregivers to stay by their child’s bedside while they eat. #426 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 Car seat Help make sure every baby who leaves the hospital has a car seat — even those whose families have difficulty affording one. #427 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$125 Everyday essentials
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Everyday expenses Unplanned expenses can really add up when you have a child in the hospital. You can help families with limited means by purchasing the following: #428 Busfare ......................$10 #429 YNHH cafeteria meal card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 #430 Daily parking expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 Highchair Some of our youngest patients are new to sitting up on their own and are just starting solids foods. A sturdy highchair is essential to feed them safely. #431 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$150 Emergency toiletry kits Necessities like toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, shaving supplies, shampoo, eye masks, and ear plugs for family members who unexpectedly find themselves at the hospital with their child. #432 Eachkit ......................$15 Comforts and conveniences for families and caregivers Caregivers and siblings spend long, stressful days by their loved one’s bedside. Small comforts, hygienically packaged for safe use, really make a difference: #433 Magazines and crossword booklets each . . . . . . . . $10 #434 Light meals (salads, wraps, mac & cheese) , 2-week supply . . $150 #435 Coffee and other beverage supplies, 1-week supply . . . .$50 #436 Bottled water, 1-week supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75 #437 Healthy snacks, 1-month supply . . . . . . . . . . . $150 #438 Techdevicecharger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
Healing environments
White noise sound machine Soothing nature sounds or simple white noise help block out the sounds of the hospital and create a healing environment. #439 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45 Virtual story time Specially designed for young elementary school kids and their caregivers. Reading, songs, and art activities offer a break while providing learning and development for children with extended hospital stays. #440 Eachgroupsession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Sensory toolbox for patients with autism These toys and tools help children with autism minimize sensory overload and stay calm. Each tool box includes a weighted lap pad, a texture-tangle toy, a fidget toy, noise-cancelling earphones, a massage ball, a kaleidoscope, and a picture board. #441 Fully-stocked toolbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 #442 Donation to sensory tool fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 Music therapy for kids of all ages Our certified music therapist works with patients of all ages to reduce the traumatic impact of hospitalization. Sessions may include music- making, songwriting and recording, listening, lyric analysis, visualization, instrumental play, and vocalization. #443 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Musical instrument fund for music therapy sessions
Help us keep our musical instrument library humming. Our music therapy sessions use instruments ranging from drums to electronic keyboards to recorders to ukuleles! #444 Donation to musical instrument fund . . . $25
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Child-friendly stickers and Band-Aids ® Friendly cartoon characters or words of encouragement decorate these latex- free stickers and Band-Aids, used to reward brave kids for making it through tests and procedures. #445 Eachboxof200...................$20 #446 Stockaclinicforamonth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Make exercise fun for young patients Yoga, exercise, and meditation are all great therapy for kids in the Children’s Psychiatric Inpatient Service program. Pedometers, stress balls, and yoga mats motivate teens to get moving as they recover. #447 Eachitem.....................$25 Noise-cancelling headphones To block out the stressful sounds of the hospital environment for children who have trouble coping with sensory stimuli. #448 Each........................$50 Vein-finder device It can be terrifying for kids to have blood drawn. It’s even worse when the practitioner must stick them more than once in an effort to find their tiny veins. This device helps accurately locate just the right spot. #449 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,800 Treasure towers and supplies Like old-fashioned gumball machines, these towers dispense a variety of small toys. Children love to get their surprise as a reward for braving an injection or completing a doctor’s visit. #450 Treasure tower rental fee, per month . . . . . . . . . .$60 #451 Treasure tower toys, one month supply . . . . . . . . .$60 Slushie machine supplies Slushies are always a special treat, but these have a therapeutic purpose, too! They encourage kids to drink during times when hydration is especially important — after surgery, as inpatients, and in the Pediatric Emergency department. #452 Slushie supplies, 1-week supply . . . . . . . . . . . .$50
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
Virtual aquarium This 65-inch ultra-high-definition video aquarium must be seen to be believed! It brings the calming quality of the sea and rarely seen sea creatures up close and personal — with controls at the patient’s fingertips. Children can choose their favorite aquarium theme, from coral reefs to big fish to underwater adventures. The display can be configured for radiation therapy rooms, MRI suites, or anywhere else pediatric patients need to be distracted and delighted. #453 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3,000 Aromatherapy kit Essential oils, chosen especially for kids, alleviate nausea and reduce stress. A wonderful distraction, too! #454 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 #455 Stock a clinic for one month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$200 Mobile cart with hurricane tube Each mobile cart carries a six-foot-tall column of colorful light and bubbles, which transform waiting areas and procedure rooms. The tubes are relaxing and engaging, delighting children and teens while calming their anxiety. #456 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,000 Projectors for treatment rooms Children and teens undergoing procedures are totally distracted when colorful designs, animals, or constellations are projected on the walls and ceilings. #457 Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $800 #458 Projector wheels, each with a different design . . . . . . $75 “Buzzy” vibrating ice pack This award-winning medical device looks like a friendly bumble bee toy and is proven to significantly reduce the sharp pain of blood draws, injections, first aid injuries, and itching. #459 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75
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Play with a purpose
Take their minds off painful procedures These toys are chosen specifically to help children get through painful procedures. Having a variety is important because every child is different and copes in different ways. Examples include light spinners, glitter wands, fidget spinners, Rubik’s ® Cubes, and squeeze toys. #460 Eachtoy......................$15 Expressive art therapy workshops for crisis intervention Art therapy workshops provide young people in crisis a creative outlet to help them regain control, improve communication skills, build positive connections, and enhance readiness for treatment. #461 Eachgroupsession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Arts and crafts kit Hands-on creative expression for children and their families helps ease feelings of stress and isolation. Includes a variety of art supplies. #462 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Pretend play medical kit Help our little patients get comfortable with their medical treatment with this realistic “doctor bag.” It includes stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, thermometer, otoscope, syringe, bandage, and other accessories. #463 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Puzzle-, coloring-, and activity-books Long days in the hospital are lonely for little ones who can’t play with their friends. These activity books help keep them busy. #464 Each booklet and crayons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Toys for toddlers Help us build a collection of toys just for toddlers and preschoolers. Favorites encourage active, imaginative and imitative play, such as sorting toys, light and sound toys, musical toys, role-playing kits, and doll houses. #465 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20 Books for all ages Help supply our reading corner by purchasing a book. The reading corner offers books for all ages — board books, picture books, bedtime stories, chapter books, and young adult books. We give every patient a book to take home, so the corner needs to be restocked regularly. #466 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
iPads and protective cases iPads are used in so many ways at our hospital: for entertainment, distraction, homework, and keeping caregivers connected to their jobs and outside responsibilities. Help patients and families stay connected by donating to our iPad fund or by buying an iPad outright. #467 DonationtoiPadfund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 #468 DonationtoiPadfund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100 #469 iPadcase .....................$35 #470 iPad&case....................$600 Decoration kits for celebrations in pediatric patient rooms When a child is in the hospital, it’s more important than ever to recognize and celebrate holidays and milestones. These kits, loaded with decorations and craft supplies, provide everything necessary to decorate patient rooms and plan celebrations such as birthdays, holidays, and graduations. Pediatric patients can also use these kits to create lasting gifts for a family member’s life event, such as Mother’s or Father’s Day. #471 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 Lego ® kits What child (or adult?!) doesn’t love playing with Legos? These kits are endlessly entertaining for girls and boys of any age — and they promote creativity and hand-eye coordination too! #472 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40
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Gaming consoles and video games Help older children and teens take their minds off their hospital stays with PlayStation®, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch™ gaming consoles and games. A console case allows game consoles to be easily transported for use in each patient’s room. #473 Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500 #474 Consolecase ...................$300 #475 Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80 #476 Gaming Pass, 3-month pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$45 #477 Gamingcontrollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50 Jewelry kit Beads, baubles, charms, chains and more will inspire beautiful creations, while building dexterity and planning skills. #478 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 Pediatric wagons These little wagons are equipped with IV poles, so medically fragile children can have a wagon ride, go outside, or travel to play areas while they’re in the hospital. It even has a seat belt for safety on the road! #479 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$500
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
Dollhouse, complete with doll family and furniture Perfect for imagination-expanding pretend play and processing all the emotions that come with a stay in the hospital. #480 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Kitchen set for kids Little chefs can’t resist this kitchen play set, which includes interactive features to enhance pretend play, like a pass-through kitchen window, pretend stove burner with lights and sounds, and loads of utensils and play foods. #481 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75 “Just-for-siblings” program To make siblings of hospitalized patients feel special during a difficult time. Story time is followed by a related craft so that each participant has an opportunity to make a gift for Mom, Dad, the patient, or the new baby. Books, sketch pads, crayons, markers, paints, picture frames, t-shirts, and other craft materials make this a treat for siblings. Refreshments included. #482 Eachparticipant...................$25 Fun with Play-Doh Play-Doh gives kids a chance to create and let their imaginations run wild. #483 Play-Doh sets (including kitchens, cement trucks, and candy factory) $30 #484 Play-Doh refilltubs,each. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 Old-fashioned board games Few things are as distracting or social as a good old-fashioned board game like Candyland, Clue, or Monopoly. A variety of games for all ages keeps patients and their families busy in the hospital room or at family game night. #485 Each . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15
Do something wonderful for a child! Choose a gift from these pages and give one of our youngest patients a reason to smile. Wish Book items given in someone’s honor are a meaningful way to mark any occasion. Find additional Wish Book items and place your order now: ynhhwishbook.org
When you choose a gift from these pages, we will do our very best to apply your donation to that item. If the item is no longer needed, we will use your gift to purchase urgently needed items.
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