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, turned to Instagram- any platform I could to find other pregnancy stories like mine. I was so determined to find the stories where their NIPT test was wrong. I was so stuck on wishing the test was wrong that I didn’t get to enjoy my pregnancy. I didn’t let myself feel excited to welcome my son. 

I often feel guilty about how I chose to be negative about the news when my son deserved to be celebrated. He was a new life coming into the world. I should’ve been better for him, but all I can do now is make sure he has the best life I can possibly give him. I also want to let other moms know to please give yourself grace for your thoughts and feelings, but know you can do it, and know you and your baby will be just fine and thrive through this life. Don’t spend your pregnancy in fear. 

Oliver is now 2 years old. He lights up any room he enters and captures everyone’s attention without even trying. He’s the best little brother to his big sister and loves to wrestle and play,  following her around and teasing her even! Without him, I just know I would’ve gone through my life with a feeling that something was missing. Oliver, you are the sun. You are brave, funny, and the perfect addition to our family.”

Breanna, Oliver’s Mom (Arizona)