If you've been reading this blog for a bit, you know we lost our first baby, Cohen, to Congenital Heart Defects.
Unfortunately, CHD is considered to be the most common birth defect, and worldwide it is the number one cause of death from a birth defect.
It's not a pretty thing.
We pray for pretty hearts, for non-broken hearts.
We know people who have lost their children to CHD as well. We know families who have children living with CHD.
I want as many people to know about CHD as possible. One, because it is so common, and two, because they need to know it's not always detected at or before birth. Then, finding a cure is the ultimate goal.
All babies need to have newborn screening done. Some hospitals do it, some don't. Check to see if yours does; have your pregnant friend or family member check to see if theirs does.
Please help make people aware.
xo
Your blog is a blessing to so many of us who will never know you personally. Your story is inspirational and heart-rending. The story of Parke Henry Gibson at micahandlindseygibson.blogspot.com is also one worth reading. May God richly bless you as you continue to share His heart of love and compassion with others.
ReplyDeleteLove your heart tree... love your heart tea cup... love your HEART! Love your sweet Heavenly angel.
ReplyDeleteHope to get to share this cause with you next month! Happy Tuesday friend!!
Love this!! Cheers to healthy hearts!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet and important post. The hearts are adorable.
ReplyDeleteWe found out in August after Connor was diagnosed with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome that he has a CHD. He was almost TWO! Luckily it is an atrial septal defect which is very common and easily repaired once he is big enough(weight wise). It's a scary thing.
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