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The Shivers family faced an extraordinary diagnosis of trisomy 16 for their unborn daughter. Their story involves difficult decisions, long periods of time in the hospital, and ultimately, unwavering hope that extended beyond their circumstances. Read more to see how they faced each stage of their journey with trisomy 16 and VSD.
Read MoreMary Brantley and her husband Nate were overjoyed when their twins were born healthy at 37 weeks, but within hours their son Ransom experienced respiratory distress, a moment that marked the beginning of their journey with Laryngomalacia and Oropharyngeal Dysphagia. Mary Brantley writes honestly about the ups and downs of their story and the hope that has carried them every step of the way.
Read MoreAndrew and I had the opportunity to talk with Nathan and Sarah Martin (of Go Forth Goods) about their journey with their youngest daughter Felicity’s diagnosis of TAPVR. Their daughter’s story is one of incredible HOPE, and there are fingerprints of God’s faithfulness in each layer. One of the most beautiful things about our time with the Martins was seeing their determination to grow together as a couple through this, Nathan’s leadership of their family, and Sarah’s sacrificial heart to care for and love her children. Get ready to be inspired.
Read MoreUnexpectedly, Bethany and Drew learned that their son had experienced a brain bleed — a cavernous hemangioma rupture or pediatric stroke. Although fears and uncertainties hit them like tidal waves, they relied on community and faith to anchor their hearts and minds through the toughest days. Their story of courageously fighting for hope is filled with both hope and wisdom.
Read MoreThe tone in operating room quickly switched from light and airy to hushed after the birth of the Hott’s second daughter. The Hotts were soon told that their daughter had a large birthmark, a Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus that occurs approximately once in every 500,000 births. When Rob was allowed to see his daughter, he was surprised to see that the birthmark covered most of their daughter's back and wrapped to the front of her body around her neck and arms. In her first hours of life, Addie was also diagnosed with a rare neurological condition: Neurocutaneous Melanosis. When asked what hope looks like for their family, the Hotts share a perspective that is deeply rooted in personal faith, as well as an awareness of the realities their daughter will face moving forward.
Read MoreWhen you have a child with special needs and a seemingly profound diagnosis, panic can creep in. Each month of little progress can cause us to ask the question, “So, what if this lasts his whole life. What then?” We are so encouraged by the wisdom we gained from this courageous and hope-filled mother.
Read MoreAn in utero stroke weakened the left side of Emeril's body, causing cerebral palsy. She and her parents share about how they’ve adapted to life along their journey. While they have faced countless frustrations, challenges, and setbacks, they have also found joy in their story and been able to face the seasons with hope and faith.
Read MoreIn 2016, Miles Glee was nine years old, and his family was in the middle of new and exciting transitions. What they didn’t expect was a diagnosis of leukemia that would send them through a range of tests and treatments. Here is their story of how they held onto hope in the midst of challenging circumstances.
Read MoreJacqueline and Josh Johnston didn't think much of it when they were referred to a perinatologist early on in Jacqueline's third pregnancy. Assuming this must be a routine precaution, they were both unprepared for the news they received: their baby's first sonogram had shown a life-threatening cystic hygroma — a fluid-filled sac on the baby's neck.
Read MoreIt is an honor to share the Alsop’s story of hope with you. Katelyn and Michael faced difficult diagnoses during pregnancy (cystic hygroma, a heart defect, severe hydrops, and Down syndrome) and the loss of their baby, James, at 31 weeks. They shared with us about how they processed the diagnoses, worked together, and held onto hope.
Read MoreTwo years ago we sat down with Caroline and John Carroll to speak to them about their journey with their daughter Claire. Claire was born with a heart defect and Down Syndrome, or Trisomy 21. At just two years old, when Caroline was only nine days postpartum with their third child, Claire was diagnosed with leukemia.
Read MoreBailey Lackey had just begun Kindergarten when her parents and teacher noticed that something seemed wrong. The normally joyful little girl was beginning to struggle behaviorally: anger, frequent meltdowns, and tears accompanied other symptoms, like exhaustion, thirst, and constant trips to the bathroom throughout the night.Her mother, Jamie, worked locally at a hospital at the time and had just completed a course on diabetes.
Read MoreWhen Ben and Mary McMath’s son, Whit, was just three months old, his pediatrician noticed that he had nystagmus, or involuntary rapid eye movement. The doctor instructed his parents to take him to a specialist within the week. “That was my first indication that anything serious might be wrong,” Mary remembers.
Read MoreAs we’ve gotten to know Ilya and his dad, Todd, we’ve been impacted by their deep and genuine hope and transparency in dealing with the unexpected difficulties of life. We recently had the honor of sitting down with them to get the latest updates on how life with neurofibromatosis type II is going. Their story is truly an inspiration. You can read part one of their story here.
Read MoreLast week we shared the story of Madeline Gaffney’s diagnosis with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia through her parents’ eyes. This week, we have the privilege of sharing Madeline’s perspective with you.
Read MoreIn January 2009, Madeline Gaffney was approaching her fourteenth birthday when she began to complain of tiredness and joint pain. As an active teen, who maintained straight A’s while heavily involved in dance and competitive cheerleading, this news wasn’t immediately worrying.
Read MoreCorrie’s life is marked by hope that is grounded in the faith of her parents, Clay and Paige, and the gift of life given to her through a liver transplant. Hers is a beautiful story, and it is an honor to share it with you today.
Read MoreOne of our greatest honors is telling the stories of families who are walking through challenges with hope. Chris and Chrissy are no exception. Their determination to seek and find the best in each other and their children inspires us, and we are so thrilled to introduce you to them today.
Read MoreWe recently had the pleasure of meeting Chris and Amanda Huffman and were so impacted by their love and care for each other and their rock solid faith. When their world was turned upside down by a life-threatening diagnosis for their son, they were truly able to see God in the storm. Their family is a beautiful example of the power of hope, and we are honored to share their story with you.
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