A new beginning for Mila ❤️

Hi, my name is Steph. A few weeks ago, my world shifted in a way I never saw coming. I became the full-time caregiver for my 4-year-old niece, Mila, after the sudden loss of my sister Melanie.

Everything in Mila’s life changed overnight. She lost her mom, her home, and the sense of safety every child deserves. She came to me confused and heartbroken, with just a few belongings and more grief than any child should ever carry.

Since then, we’ve been starting over.. together.

We’re building new routines. She’s adjusting to an entirely new world, new home, new city, new faces, and learning how to feel safe again. We’re creating space for her to just be a kid. It’s beautiful.

It’s also a lot.

I’m honored to step in for my family and it’s a blessing to have her. But I’d be lying if I said I’m not scared. I’m doing everything I can to give her a stable, loving home, but I can’t do it alone.

I need your help.

Mila is kind, funny, curious, and strong in ways no child should have to be. She loves unicorns, dance parties in the living room, and snuggling up with a book. Even after everything, her smile still shines, bright enough to light up any room.

This GoFundMe is for her fresh start. For clothes and shoes, a bed, food, school supplies, therapy, and a safe place to grow. It’s for the everyday essentials and the quiet moments that help rebuild a childhood.

You can help by donating, sharing, or simply keeping us in your heart. You’re helping us write a new chapter in a story that didn’t start the way it should have.

With love and gratitude,

Steph