Real stories

Finn was diagnosed as having a mitochondrial disease, a chronic, genetic disorder, at seven months old. As Finn starts his third year as a pupil at The Children’s Trust School, mum Debbie shares their story.

In December 2017 Rafe was born prematurely at 29 weeks. Mum Nicola shares their story. 

In June 2011 Indiana, known as Indy, was born prematurely at 26 weeks. Mum Sasha shares their story.

Chloe sustained a brain injury at birth and was given a 50% chance of survival. She has cerebral palsy, epilepsy and other health conditions. Her mum, Joanne, shares their story.