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Carson and Kellen’s Cervical Teratoma Neck Mass Survivor Story Carson and Kellen’s Cervical Teratoma Neck Mass Survivor Story

Before they were even born the twins' lives were in danger.

Sep 20, 2012
Surprise, you are having twins Surprise, you are having twins

An ultrasound revealed possible TTTS and Karen was immediately admitted to her home hospital, St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL.

Sep 12, 2012
Jodi's TTTS Journey Jodi's TTTS Journey

When she was 20 weeks pregnant with her twin boys, Jodi found out they were suffering from Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS). 

Aug 01, 2012
Lily's Myelomeningocele Story Lily's Myelomeningocele Story

“The doctor told us that the baby had a lemon shaped head and we needed to see a specialist to further investigate the potential condition that was observed,” explains Candace.

Apr 13, 2012
Billy's Bronchopulmonary Sequestration Survivor Story Billy's Bronchopulmonary Sequestration Survivor Story

Unfortunately, their ultrasound showed more than just a growing baby boy; their baby had a mass on his lung.

Mar 26, 2012
Nayla's Bronchopulmonary Sequestration Survivor Story Nayla's Bronchopulmonary Sequestration Survivor Story

Isalya’s unborn baby girl, Nayla, had a bronchopulmonary sequestration (BPS) attached to her left lung, blocking the entire left side of her chest.

Mar 01, 2012