Rebekah and Chris have Achondroplasia, a form of Dwarfism. They have 2 children, one that has Dwarfism, and one that does not. Rebekah and Chris open up about what it’s like living as a little person, and how they feel now that they have a daughter with the same condition. Rebekah is a great resource to parents who receive a Dwarfism diagnosis for their child.
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Rebekah and Chris: Achondroplasia (Dwarfism)
Rebekah and Chris both have achondroplasia or dwarfism. They have two amazing children, a son who is typical and a daughter Ella who also has achondroplasia. Even though she is small, she is making a big impact in her family. Little but Mighty: A...
Prenatal diagnosis
Lauricia: Cornelia de Lange Syndrome
When her son was born with Cornelia de Lange syndrome, Lauricia relied on family and outside resources for support and to learn about this rare disorder.
Mandy and Steven: Hydrops Fetalis, Bilateral Renal Agenesis
Mandy is glad she didn’t terminate her pregnancy when her unborn son was diagnosed with Hydrops Fetalis. His short life meant everything to his family.
Casey: Limb Difference
Casey was devastated to find out her baby had a limb difference. Once he was born, however, all her fears disappeared and she is humbled to be his mother.
Jenna and Dan: Pierre Robin Sequence (PRS)
It was discovered in utero that Ava would have PRS just like her dad. Jenna and Dan know what to expect but still rely on each other during challenges.
Ileana and Lorenzo: Microcephaly and Cerebral Palsy
Ileana and Lorenzo were told at their 20-week ultrasound that their daughter, Giselle, had some abnormalities with her brain. They were given the option of abortion but refused. Now three years later, Giselle has been diagnosed with microcephaly and cerebral palsy. ...
Leslie: Achondroplasia
When doctors first told Leslie that her daughter was measuring small, she didn’t put too much thought into it. She was told the same thing with her son, who was born perfectly healthy. However, after seeing a different doctor, he told her that her daughter would...
Tamara and Matthew: Currently Pregnant with a Fetal Diagnosis of Down syndrome
Tamara and Matthew received an unexpected test result when trying to determine the gender of their baby early in their pregnancy. Their son has a 93% chance of having Down syndrome. In their interview, they speak of their fears and struggles on coming to terms...
Katie and Nathan: Rhizomelic Chondrodysplasia Punctata, or RCDP
Katie and Nathan’s daughter, Claire, was diagnosed with a rare fatal condition called Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata or RCDP. Even though Claire’s life expectancy is unknown, Katie and Nathan love spending time with her and have found joy with her...
Erika: Microcephaly
Erika was given a very grim diagnosis when she was six months pregnant. Her daughter, Erilyn was diagnosed with microcephaly. She was very pressured to abort Erilyn. Now eight years later, Erika is grateful she chose life and can see that Erilyn is a...
Tiffany and Nathan: Aicardi and Turner Syndrome
Ellie is a delightful three year old with Aicardi and Turner’s syndrome. Her parents, Tiffany and Nathan talk about what a joy Ellie is to their family and how she has impacted their lives for good. More Than a Diagnosis 20-Week Ultrasound The...