Our three year old great grandson, is living with CDH ( Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia)
He needs no words to tell us his thoughts or his feelings. He is non-verbal although his actions speak a million words.
A couple of times we have taken him to school—it’s an early morning for us all. Monday after his mom’s Spring break was a difficult time for him and her . They had spent a good week together and it was hard for him to release her to be placed in the car seat—he wanted just one more hug! Once we were away, he signed once or twice until we turned into his school driveway, he laughed and clapped his hands—he was in his happy place again!
No words passed his lips—he displayed his thoughts by actions. Maybe, some day he’ll speak words out loud!
Till then, no words are needed!
Month of April is CDH Awareness.
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Awareness aims to highlight a serious birth effecting one in 2500 births. April is dedicated to CDH Awareness, with April 19th as the main Awareness Day, featuring landmark light-ups, fundraisers, and advocacy led by organizations like CDH International to support families and fund research. These young children are definitely "TINY Heroes"!
Our family sponsors a CDH walk for friends and those who wish to shine spotlight on this little known birth defect.
When you can speak, think of those who measure their words with silent actions.
No words are needed!
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