The moon never beams without bringing me dreams of the beautiful Annabel Leigh
Trisomy 18, also known as Edwards syndrome, is a condition which is caused by a chromosomal defect. It occurs in about 1 out of every 3000 live births. The numbers increase significantly when early pregnancy losses are factored in that occur in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy.
Unlike Down syndrome, which also is caused by a chromosomal defect, the developmental issues caused by Trisomy 18 are associated with medical complications that are more potentially life-threatening in the early months and years of life. 50% of babies who are carried to term will be stillborn, with baby boys having higher stillbirth rate than baby girls.
At birth, intensive care admissions in Neonatal units are most common for infants with Trisomy 18. Again, baby boys will experience higher mortality rates in this neonatal period than baby girls, although those with higher birth weights do better across all categories.
Some children will be able to be discharged from the hospital with home nursing support for their families. And although less than 10 percent survive to their first birthdays, some children with Trisomy 18 can enjoy many years of life with their families, reaching milestones and being involved with their community. A small number of adults (usually girls) with Trisomy 18 have and are living into their twenties and thirties, although with significant developmental delays that do not allow them to live independantly without assisted caregiving.
-www.trisomy18.org
We so enjoyed that big,big party. Most of all we just enjoyed seeing our precious little baby girl. She was just beautiful in that gorgeous dress.Thank you to the Velarde family. Such a loving thought on their part.We love you Annabel Leigh and we hope this is the first of many birthdays to come.
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I think she's blowing a kiss to her fans in that first picture. :) Beautiful girl...looking foward to all the party pics!
ReplyDeleteAdorable as always!! I just love the way she puts her hand up to her face....cuttest thing ever! Sending lots of love and can't wait to see the part pics!
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I am so sorry I am late, but Happy Birthday, Sweet Precious Annabel! You are an incredible miracle. Your parents are so blessed and will continue to pray that you bless them for much more time to come.
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