Ivy was in remission for over a year after battling high-risk neuroblastoma. She is a bubbly, tenacious, tender-hearted, lovable, funny, and very smart little girl. Our family was looking forward to moving to South Carolina to be closer to loved ones, but after our move, Ivy's cancer returned with a vengeance. Tumors grew quickly, and her left eye began to shift upward, causing us to urgently return to New York for treatment at Sloan Kettering.

The medical team recommended chemotherapy, but after researching and consulting with more professionals, we started Ivy on low-dose chemo and immunotherapy. Unfortunately, after three rounds, the tumors continued to grow. We then tried high-dose chemo, but still saw no improvement. Finally, we decided to pursue more intensive radiation. As of now, Ivy is on day nine of radiation, and her doctors at Cornell Hospital are planning a specialized procedure to deliver chemo directly to her eye through a vein in her groin. This approach is often used for patients who do not respond to traditional chemotherapy and has shown promising results.

As a single mother of two girls, I am doing everything I can to be there for Ivy and her sister Bella during this incredibly difficult time. Ivy's birthday is just around the corner—on December 13th—and we won't be able to have a traditional party. We are asking for help to make her transition into these next treatments easier and to help us manage all the bills and everyday expenses. Your support will allow me to be there for my little girl and her sister every step of the way, and give Ivy the best care I can alongside her medical team. We are deeply grateful for any support—whether it’s a donation, a prayer, or sharing our story. Your kindness means the world to us, and we promise to keep everyone updated on Ivy's journey with lots of pictures as a way to show our thanks.