This is our 3rd year participating in the Congenital Heart Walk. On August 30, 2022, we lost our baby girl, Layla Jane, to a congenital heart defect. Layla was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) and though she fought hard, it turned out to be more than her body could handle. We kissed her goodbye and we vowed to do our best to honor her and to try and make a difference. That year, we joined the Congenital Heart Walk and raised over $5,000 for The Children's Heart Foundation, thanks to the incredible love and support from our family and friends. This year, we have two reasons to walk. Our newest addition, Evan Michael, was born a healthy boy (what a relief), but a routine visit to the pediatrician would soon uncover a heart murmur. We now know that Evan has a mild coarctation of the aorta. While his CHD is far less severe than Layla's, it still fuels us to strive for change.
The Congenital Heart Walk carries immense significance for me. It's not just a walk; it's a stride toward changing lives. This endeavor is all about supporting The Children's Heart Foundation and their crucial mission - advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects through groundbreaking research.
I invite you to become a part of this journey by supporting my fundraising efforts. Together, we can raise the funds essential to drive forward life-saving research. Your contribution holds immeasurable value to me.
Thank you for your generosity, and for standing beside me in this mission. Your support means the world.