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December 17, 2025
Stories

Alashi, You Make Me Better

Two and a half years ago, we received a Jack’s Basket that was filled with love, hope, and encouragement during a time of uncertainty. That gift meant more to us than words c

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December 1, 2025
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Torvi, You Make Me Better

Torvi Rose has made me a better person, parent, and healthcare provider. She has taught me to find the beauty in unexpected things. Her pure joy is something our family treasures.

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November 3, 2025
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Liana, You Make Me Better

When our sweet Liana was born, her diagnosis was unexpected. Like many parents, the news wasn’t delivered gently, and at first, we felt fear and sadness. We worried about her fut

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October 21, 2025
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Oliver, You Make Me Better

“I had learned early on in my pregnancy that my son had a high probability of having Down syndrome. A 74% chance to be exact. I immediately turned to Google, turned to TikTok

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October 20, 2025
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Sam, You Make Me Better

“It’s awesome to have him as a brother.” “He brings me joy when I’m able to play with him.” “He’s going to make you smile, he’

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October 6, 2025
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Audrey, You Make Me Better

Early in my pregnancy, I did genetic testing, like I did with all of my previous pregnancies. Once the results were in, my doctor called me and said that our baby would likely have

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September 29, 2025
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Elijah, You Make Me Better

​Upon hearing the news that our baby likely had Down syndrome, I was devastated. We went through all the testing, at every turn hoping the doctors would be incorrect, but after a

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September 19, 2025
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Tate, You Make Me Better

Ten months ago, I met someone who would quietly, profoundly, and beautifully change the very core of who I am. His name is Tate. He arrived on November 8th, nestled in my arms, swa

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September 5, 2025
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Charlotte, You Make Me Better

When we learned we were expecting our third child, we had just sold our home and temporarily moved in with my parents, planning to build our dream house. Amid all the uncertainty,

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August 28, 2025
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Finley, You Make Me Better

When I was 13 weeks pregnant, we found out that our baby was going to be born with Down syndrome. Naturally, we were scared and overwhelmed at the news. It took us some time to pro

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