Alejandro Thriving Story
Do you remember Alejandro, our very first Thriving Thursday Warrior? His proud mama submitted his story again because he’s just that incredible!
Alejandro was born on November 3, 2020, and continues to amaze us all. We’re honored to celebrate and feature his inspiring journey for the second time.
We can’t wait to see Alejandro featured again next year, continuing to crush milestones and inspiring us all! 🩵
Meet Danny! He is 10 years old with Full Trisomy 18.His family says, “He is full of smiles, love, and snuggles. He is very perceptive and learns how to communicate without speaking. He is our world and we wouldn’t change a thing.”We hope Danny gives you inspiration. He is 10 and thriving. Despite what many…
Meet Landry! This little warrior has been beating the odds since birth. His family shares, ‘Landry had an 11-day NICU stay and was diagnosed with Full Trisomy 18 at just 5 days old. Remarkably, he hasn’t needed any surgeries so far. He’s currently in the 6th percentile on the typical growth chart and loves to…
“Maeve recently celebrated her 1st birthday—a milestone that fills us with immense pride and joy! Now approaching 15 months, she loves waving ‘Hi’ to everyone she sees, especially when they wave back. She’s getting stronger each day, sitting up independently for longer periods, and mastering her head control (as long as she’s not too sleepy,…
Meet Felicity, a brave 7-year-old with full Trisomy 18! Her family describes her as a sweet little warrior princess who has overcome incredible challenges. Felicity’s journey has taken her from relying on a wheelchair with full-body supports, being 100% tube-fed, and needing oxygen and constant monitoring, to now running, playing, and eating completely by mouth….
Meet Faith – Thriving at 3 Years Old! Faith W. is now 3 years old and proving the odds wrong every single day! Born with Full Trisomy 18, doctors said she likely wouldn’t survive the pregnancy and encouraged abortion throughout. After birth, she faced heart issues that required repair and was on over 13 medications….
Meet Ella, a joyful 3-year-old with full Trisomy 18! Her family says, ‘Ella is beyond belief. Despite her T18 diagnosis, the only ongoing treatment she needs is tube feeding for slow growth—medically, she’s perfect! She’s crushing milestones we were told she’d never reach and is the happiest little girl we know!
