Chloe’s Story

Our daughter Chloe made her entrance into the world almost a month early when my water broke unexpectedly. From the very beginning, she was a fighter. Before we left the hospital, a nurse heard a heart murmur and referred us to the cardiology clinic. A few weeks later we learned Chloe had an ASD.

An Atrial Septal Defect is a hole between the upper heart chambers. The hole increases the amount of blood going through the lungs. As we began to process that, we were hit with another life-changing discovery just two months later. Chloe was also diagnosed with a rare genetic condition. The days and months following Chloe's diagnoses were filled with fear and what-ifs. But they were also filled with strength, learning and hope.

At 11 months old, after devolping pulmonary hypertension Chloe underwent open-heart surgery to repair the defect. Doctors told us her surgery was going to be a lot riskier than normal. Watching her go through something so major at such a young age was the hardest thing we've ever done but we had faith in the surgeons. Chloe showed us how strong she is.

Today, Chloe continues to amaze us. She's thriving, laughing, and growing stronger every day. We know that so many families face similar uncertain journeys, and that's why we’re walking. To raise awareness, to fund research, and to bring hope.

Why We Walk

We're joining the congenital heart walk not only for Chloe, but for the thousands of other children fighting similar battles. It's not just a walk; it's a stride toward changing lives. This endeavor is all about supporting The Children's Heart Foundation and their crucial mission - advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects through groundbreaking research.

How You Can Help

I warmly invite you to become a part of this significant journey by supporting our fundraising efforts. Together, we can raise the funds essential to drive forward life-saving research. Your contribution holds immeasurable value to me.

• Click the donate button to contribute to our team.
• Share this page to help us reach more hearts.
• Walk with us in person at Morgan's Wonderland on October 26th

Thank You

We want to express our heartfelt thanks for taking a moment to visit Chloe's fundraising page. Thank you for your generosity, and for standing beside me in this mission. Your support means the world. Thank you for supporting Chloe, our family, and so many others affected by congenital heart defects. Together, we can make a difference.