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Poppy - Our CDH warrior

Good Friday Appeal 2026

Help me reach my goal of $2,000

Give for the kids!

We're making a difference this Good Friday Appeal. 

We all know firsthand the life-saving work of The Royal Children's Hospital. They provide world-class care to seriously sick kids, and our goal is to help them continue that mission and save other children like they did ours.

Last year our baby girl Poppy was born with CDH (Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia); her spleen, intestines, kidney in her chest cavity and her heart pushed to the wrong side. Our little Poppy fought through the nights where the doctors and surgeons said she might not make it, had surgery at 6 days old and showed us all a strength and resilience we've never seen before. 

Our baby girl was in the RCH NICU for 6 weeks, during which she was on a ventilator known as the "jet" that is only available in Melbourne and Perth. It truly changed her trajectory, without it, things were heading for the worst. Without a doubt, the RCH doctors, surgeons and equipment like the jet ventilator saved her life and we are grateful beyond words.

Every dollar we raise has an impact. This is our chance to ensure thousands of children get the special care they need—this year, and in the future.

Please donate generously and help us reach our goal. Let's do something GOOD for the kids.

Further information on CDH can be found here;
https://cdh.org.au/pages/what-is-cdh
https://cdh.org.au/pages/cdh-journey-diagnosis


The Good Friday Appeal has been raising funds for sick kids and their families at The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) for 95 years.

Through the generosity of the community, the RCH continues to deliver world‑class, comprehensive care.

Every dollar donated supports:

  • Ground‑breaking research
  • State‑of‑the‑art equipment
  • Training and unique patient‑centred care programs

In just one year (2024–2025), hundreds of thousands of kids were cared for:

  • 85,415 appointments for urgent and essential care in the Emergency Department
  • 53,450 admissions to a ward, where children and young people received expert, compassionate care
  • 15,106 surgeries, paving the way for brighter futures
  • An incredible 456,000 outpatients seen — that’s an average of 1,250 appointments a day

By supporting this fundraiser, you are part of the impact, helping children live their best possible lives.

Please help make a difference and share this page with your friends, families, and networks.

Thank you for giving for the kids.

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Jackie Baldi

Poppy how beautiful you are

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Keep fighting Poppy! We are right behind you, we believe in the amazing strength you show. Love to your mum and dad. 🥰

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