Gracelyn's Story: Gracelyn's Story at Walmart

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Jeff and Andee were married in 2003. We were both born and raised in Utah. We have three sweet children. During a 23 week check up with our second child, the baby was diagnosed with Pulmonary Stenosis, a heart defect. She was born on December 16, 2009 when the doctors discovered she actually had Pulmonary Atresia, Tricuspid Atresia and Atrial Ectopic Tachycardia. After she was born she stayed at Primary Children's Medical Center for three weeks. During that time she had a BT Shunt and stent placed in her heart.

On June 4, 2010, Gracelyn received her Glenn shunt. During that time they removed her BT shunt and stent. She is doing great! The next step will be the Fontan procedure some time after she turns two.

We intend for this blog to keep family and friends aware of what's going on as our story progresses. We have learned so much and found strength from the blogs and websites of those that have previously gone through this that we want to share our story for those who will unfortunately face this as well, as there is currently no cure for Congenital Heart Disease. We are grateful for all the prayers on our behalf.

UPDATE: July 2013: Gracelyn was scheduled to have her Fontan this summer. Doctors feel like she is doing so great it can be postponed until next summer. We have recently contacted the Children's Hospital of Boston for second opinion. They believe they have an alternative to the Fontan. In September we will head to Boston to see what they can do for her.

UPDATE: April 2015- Gracelyn had her Fontan surgery on April 27, 2015. She flew through the procedure and recovery. It didn't happen immediately, but by day two she was a beautiful shade of pink.

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Gracelyn's Story at Walmart

Gracelyn's Aunt T works at the Walmart near our house. Right now Walmart is trying to raise money for Primary Children's Medical Center. Aunt T asked us if we wanted to give them some pictures of Gracelyn and her history to help promote this. We have had such a great experience with PCMC we didn't hesitate to share her story and all. Gracelyn's picture is hanging right by the donation container.

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Jodi Orgill BrownMay 16, 2010 at 3:50 PM
I loved the pictures and story when I saw them at Walmart! I still think you need to put on an addendum that says you live right here in Riverdale! It makes it hit "close to home"! Love you guys!
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