Shania—as most may know her by her childhood nicknames, NeeNee, Itty Bitty, or Squeak—has been battling a lung disease called cystic fibrosis since birth. It's a name that has followed her quietly through life, though you would never know the weight she carries unless I, her mother, Sheila, told you.

Meeting Shania is like being wrapped in calm. She has a warm, welcoming presence that exudes peace. She doesn’t lead with her pain or her condition—instead, she leads with grace. Her personality is soft and sweet, and her humility is something to admire. She carries herself with such dignity, a quiet strength, and just the right dash of wit that makes every moment with her feel light and genuine.

Shania is also a mother to a beautiful little girl named Ainahs—a name that, just like her mother, is full of grace and strength. The love Shania has for Ainahs is deep and unwavering. It is this love that fuels her determination, even when her lungs are too tired to carry her through the day with ease. Everything she fights for, she fights for Ainahs.

Cystic fibrosis is an invisible battle. On the outside, Shania looks like anyone else—perhaps even more vibrant than most. But inside, her lungs have fought a lifelong war against this disease. Now, she stands on the edge of a life-changing opportunity: a double lung transplant.

This transplant is not just a medical procedure—it’s a second chance. It will allow Shania to breathe freely for the first time in her life. It will give her the strength to do the little things many of us take for granted—walk without gasping, laugh without coughing, and most importantly, be fully present in the life of her daughter. It’s a chance for her to live the life she’s always deserved—one where cystic fibrosis isn’t writing every chapter.

But this journey comes with many expenses—medical bills, travel costs, medications, and the time she will need to focus solely on healing without the burden of financial strain. In addition to supporting Shania’s medical care and recovery, the funds raised through this GoFundMe will also help provide for Ainahs’s care during this critical time. As Shania recovers from transplant surgery, it is vital that Ainahs continues to receive the love, support, and stability she needs.

As her family, we’re doing everything we can—but we’re also humbly reaching out to those who know and love Shania, or who simply feel moved by her story, to consider offering support.

The funds from this GoFundMe will go directly toward covering:

Any contribution, no matter the amount, would mean the world. It’s not just about easing a financial burden—it’s about giving a beautiful soul the best chance at a full and healthy life with her daughter, Ainahs.

And whether or not you’re in a position to give financially, your prayers, love, and words of encouragement are deeply appreciated and more powerful than you know.