On January 18, 2026, my world changed forever. I woke up to the unimaginable—my 2-month-old baby was stiff, blue, and unresponsive. In that moment, my worst nightmare became reality, and I lost my precious son. The pain of not knowing what happened is overwhelming, especially since I may not have answers for up to a year. As a 19-year-old mother, this loss has been devastating for me both emotionally and physically. My 19-month-old daughter is also struggling; she has trouble sleeping and sometimes just seems so sad. I truly believe she misses her baby brother as much as I do. Life will never be the same, and it feels as if a piece of us was taken away too soon.

All I want is to give my baby the beautiful and proper funeral he deserves—a farewell that shows how much he is loved and that his memory will always live on, no matter how short his time was here on earth. I want to go all out for my son, to honor him and let him know he will never be forgotten. Your support will help me send my baby off in the most loving way possible, and it means the world to me during this incredibly hard time.

If you are unable to help financially, I just ask that you pray for us and our babies right now. Whatever you can offer—whether it’s a donation, a prayer, or simply sharing our story—I truly appreciate all the help and kindness we receive. Thank you for being here for us as we try to heal and keep my son’s memory alive.