Meet our February
Friends of the Month!
We love celebrating these amazing kids all month long through our social media pages and special gifts through the mail. Read their amazing stories below!
Alyssa-
Alyssa Leigh was born on April 24, 2007 at 34 weeks, weighing just 3 pounds 2 ounces after a closely monitored pregnancy. From the moment she entered the world in respiratory distress, she proved to be a fighter. Diagnosed at just 7 days old with Emanuel Syndrome (partial 11/22), Alyssa faced emergency bowel surgery for NEC, PDA heart surgery, and additional procedures for feeding complications. Though doctors gave her a poor prognosis more than once, she continued to defy expectations with incredible strength. After months of battling and enduring more than most could imagine, Alyssa passed away on October 1, 2007 in her father’s arms. Her life, though brief, changed her family forever and revealed important genetic answers — and today, she is their beautiful angel in heaven.
Catherine-
Catherine was a deeply wanted and fiercely loved IVF baby who brought strength and personality into every moment of her life. Described as strong and sassy, she was a true fighter from the very beginning. She cherished skin-to-skin cuddles with her mommy and daddy, soaking in every ounce of love that surrounded her. Catherine’s life is a testimony to determination, sweetness, and the powerful bond between parents and their precious girl.
Maggie-
Maggie was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 early in pregnancy and given devastating odds, but she came into the world on March 18, 2025 at 5:30pm ready to fight. She spent 11 unforgettable weeks showing everyone just how strong she was, facing breathing support, pulmonary hypertension, VSD, apnea spells, and seizures with incredible courage. After coming home on hospice, her family was blessed with two precious weeks filled with snuggles, dress-up moments, and late-night cuddles. Known as “Mag and Cheese,” “Mad Mags,” and her mama’s wildflower, Maggie’s life was short but overflowing with love, sass, and beauty that will forever bloom in her family’s hearts. 🤍
Please nominate your Born Abel child as a Friend of the Month! We would love to feature them on our social media pages, illustrate them, make a reel with their story, and send them a special gift in the mail!
FIll in this form to nominate your child today!
