Denise shares how her son, Matt, who is on the autism spectrum inspired her to create two amazing companies that strive to better the lives of people with disabilities.
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Denise: Autism and Epilepsy
Using Personal Experiences to Help Others Southwest Autism Resource and Research Center Denise founded two organizations to help better the lives for people with disabilities. She was inspired by her own son Matt, who is on the autism...
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Kierra: DiGeorge Syndrome
Evanna was born with DiGeorge syndrome. A 400-day hospital stay wasn’t easy for her parents but it strengthened their marriage and love for their daughter.
Katherine and Jeff: Ellis-Van Creveld syndrome
A routine prenatal ultrasound showed Katherine’s baby had shorter limbs than was typical. Baby Arabella was misdiagnosed with fatal disorders twice while in utero. Katherine and Jeff refused to terminate the pregnancy. It wasn’t until she was born that they got...
Karen: Down Syndrome
Karen was surprised when her son was born with Down syndrome. She hopes that through her work, the world will be more accepting of those with disabilities.
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.
Deborah and Kent: Traumatic Brain Injury
Heather suffered a traumatic brain injury as a child which changed the course of her life. Her parents chose to be grateful for the miracles along the way.
Angie: Stromme Syndrome
Angie worried about what her daughter’s life with Stromme syndrome would be like. She has come to learn that the world is full of loving, caring people.
Dawn: Misdiagnosis
Dean was misdiagnosed as being incompatible with life while in utero. His parents are so glad they decided to continue the pregnancy despite scrutiny.
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.
Tori and Matt: Cerebral Palsy due to CMV
During Tori’s pregnancy, she contracted CMV which resulted in Lana being born with cerebral palsy. This family finds joy every day despite the struggles.
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.
