Nydeye, 11 months old, OH | 1 DAY WAITING |

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Beech Acres Parenting Center

Ndeye was born very prematurely and is facing many medical challenges. Her parents' first language is not English, and they are working hard with Ndeye's foster parents, doctors, and translators to overcome the language barrier. Ndeye has concerns with aspirating her formula; she is unable to take much food by mouth, and she had to be given an NG tube. Additionally, she was born with fluid on her brain, and many specialists are closely monitoring her. Ndeye is a resilient child who braves all these appointments with cardiology, GI, feed team, PT, OT, allergy clinic, neuro, NICU, and ophthalmology. Ndeye's specific medical needs are complicated and will hopefully be resolved or improved as she ages and gains strength. Ndeye is always smiling, and those around her fall in love with her warm energy immediately. She is known as the happiest baby and is closely bonded to her teenage foster sisters, who dote on her and always pick out the cutest outfits. Ndeye is a joy to her foster and biological family, and everyone is cheering her on and celebrating her strengths.

Ndeye will be celebrating her first holiday season! Ndeye is starting to hold herself up on her elbows, and she is developing more mobility. Ndeye wants to explore her environment and play with toys. more frequently as she gains more strength. This activity cube is a great height for her small size and will allow her to learn and grow through play. Ndeye will love to play with this toy and get to spend family togetherness with her foster family for the holiday. This toy will also be easy to take to her visits with her parents, and for when she is waiting at her many doctor's appointments.