Our son, Westley, was born in May 2023 with chronic kidney disease caused by posterior urethral valves (abnormal tissue flaps in the urethra causing a blockage that backs urine up into the bladder and kidneys). His kidney function has been stable, however it is 15-20% of normal, so an early childhood kidney transplant is very likely in his future.

As a result, his immune system doesn’t have much extra “oompf” to fight off other illnesses. Since January 2024, Westley has been hospitalized five times as of mid June with respiratory distress / failure. Living in small town North Dakota, that has meant being transported 100+ miles each time to be in various hospitals with pediatric ICUs capable of caring for him. 60 days and counting away from home, work, family, and friends has taken a toll on our family.

All funds will be used for the compounding medical expenses from these hospital stays to ensure we are able to focus solely on Westley and his health.

Taylor & Coleman