Baby Lokiee's family
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Hi, my name is Judy. I'm raising money for my Son's family. They have a newborn baby, my beautiful grandson, Lokiee. He was born with a heart condition and will need to have open heart surgery and will likely have to remain in the hospital for several months until his second surgery.
My son Steven and his wife, Betty, have 2 more children to care for and Steven works full time, so neither of them are able to stay in the hospital with the baby. They live in a rural area, 45 min away from the hospital, and Steven's job is in the opposite direction. It's really expensive for them to commute and visit with the baby.
My hope is that those who read this will kindly donate some money to the family for gas and car maintenance (they're driving an old car) so that they can see the baby as much as possible during these crucial bonding months. I've made a weekly commitment to them to assist with gas, but I know that even with that, they will still need more help.
The medical bills are not an issue. They have medical insurance.
If Lokiee is able to come home after the first surgery (which the Dr is saying is unlikely) any additional funds received will be used for baby supplies. (Clothes, diapers, etc)
Any amount helps. Please keep Lokiee, his parents, and his sisters in your thoughts. Thank you in advance.
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For those who have been asking about his diagnosis, his parents gave me permission to share that with you.
Lokiee has Heterotaxy Syndrome which caused 3 heart conditions:
AV Canal Syndrome
Single Ventricle Defect
DORV
Treatment for the heart is usually a 3 phase surgery
Norwood Procedure at birth (already completed on 7/3)
Glen Procedure around 4-6 months old
Fontan Procedure around age 4
Thank you everyone for your love and support. Steven and Betty are so grateful for the thoughts and prayers.
Organizer
Judy England
Organizer
Glen Ellyn, IL