Hello lovely people…
Here we are, heading towards the end of July with many people trying to take time to spend with friends and family - relaxing, enjoying each other’s company and making memories.
For this week’s recipient, that’s more true than ever this year as she treasures every moment with her miracle baby who was has defied the odds and is now a month old.
We send all our love to Shakara and baby Nina and hope our donation will help them spend what time they have together as joyfully and gently as possible.
Their story is below along with the link to the go fund me set up to support them.
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Thank you wonderful friends for allowing us to keep helping people when they most need it!
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We are fundraising to support our beloved friend Shakara who has recently given birth to Nina Rose, a beautiful baby with full Edward's Syndrome. Shakara was not prepared for new motherhood and instead had prepared to be grieving her child (in many ways she still is). Shakara is overjoyed to be a new mum, but also overwhelmed and unprepared. She has no parental or financial support, is separating from her partner and has to move house and find somewhere to rent. We want to help during Nina’s life, however long that may be, and beyond, as although Nina is a perfect joy, her diagnosis is certain and Shakara will need support as she grieves.
In Shakara's words:
“Nina Rose survived birth and is still alive despite her diagnosis. Nina was born on 18th June to a shocked Mumma who kept announcing "she's alive! she's alive!" She unexpectedly did not need oxygen or tube feeding, she has plenty signs of Edward's syndrome but despite a small PFO her heart is functionally normal, she is astounding medical staff and making no sense to us and I love her for this mischief! Nina has been so so loved since that day, everyone who meets her or has been a part of her story cherishes her life, though it is diagnosed to be short. But until then, she is wrapped in love and care, even while there is much difficulty and challenge surrounding this story...Nina doesn't seem to care about that though! She is growing and thriving, and is here for however long she decides - and we will let that be. I cannot believe this is the news I am sharing - I expected/prepared myself to be announcing the birth and death of my beloved daughter in one, instead I am a new mum out of nowhere! She is the most incredible, surprising gift, and I'm so happy to finally share her with you.”
Being a new single mum is a struggle at the best of times, and Nina's diagnosis brings weekly hospital appointments, gruelling meetings and worries. Shakara is in the process of applying for financial support, but this won't cover her costs. We would love her to afford essentials and more: lactation support, breast pumps, bottles, food, vitamins, unfunded physio for Nina, equipment, deposit for her (rental) flat and moving expenses. If we could achieve, or even surpass our target, we would love Shakara to have help with cleaning and cooking and some overnight support.
There are so many children and parents in the world who desperately need our help and money, none more worthy than any other. We are very grateful if you would like to help Shakara and Nina Rose in making her short life as special and easeful as possible. Every contribution, no matter the size, is received with love and gratitude. Please help us by sharing this page with friends and networks. Thank you.
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