These past few weeks have been incredibly overwhelming for our family, especially for our sweet Anna. What started as vomiting, pain, and constipation quickly turned into something far more serious. After multiple ER visits, tests, and days of watching her suffer, the doctors discovered that Anna has midgut malrotation, a rare and dangerous condition where the intestines are not positioned correctly.

Because of this, Anna had to undergo a LADDs procedure, a major surgery to correct the malrotation and prevent life-threatening complications like bowel obstruction or volvulus. During the surgery, they also had to place a G-button to help ensure she can get proper nutrition while her digestive system heals.

We’ve now spent almost a full week in the hospital, and being here around the clock with Anna has meant missing work completely. As a mom of six, losing even one paycheck puts us behind — and with Christmas coming up, things have become incredibly tight. I never imagined needing to choose between being by my baby’s bedside and keeping up with bills, but here we are in a situation no parent wants to face.

I’m not someone who asks for help easily. I’m usually the one running drives, donating, and supporting other families through tough times. But right now, we genuinely need support. Between medical costs, travel, missing work, and caring for my other children, we’re stretched thinner than ever.

Anything — prayers, shares, support, or even a small donation — truly makes a difference for us right now. It helps take a little pressure off so I can keep focusing on Anna’s healing without the fear of falling behind.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out, checked on us, or offered help. Your kindness means more than you know during one of the hardest weeks of our lives. ❤️