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Welcome!
Madison was born on January 2nd, 2003, at 5lbs 12 oz and 18 inches long. At the first listen to her chest the nurses took her to NICU because of a murmur. Several hours later they came to tell us that our new daughter had 4 defects in her heart that would require open-heart surgery. As suggested we took her home to grow, only she didn’t. At 3 weeks and now only 5lbs Madison suffered congestive heart failure and was rushed to the Children’s hospital. After 5 days of “coding” Madison was taken to surgery in a sink or swim situation.
Doctors were able to fix the 4 defects in her heart, called Tetrology of Fallot, and she started her recovery. About this time we were made aware that she was void of a thymus gland (your immune system) and was being tested for DiGeorge sequence. DiGeorge is an immune system dysfunction that comes with another disorder called Velo-Cardio-Facial syndrome, which is recognized by a deletion in the 22 chromosome. It only took 24 hours for it to be confirmed that she had this affliction... more
Madison Through the Years...
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For the latest news on Madison, visit Madison's Update page. |
Did you ever want to run a marathon, but lack the initiative? Join us in our 2009 Miles for Maddy Fundraiser. To learn more join us Tuesday, Sept 16th @ 8:30 pm @ Satori Martial Arts Center www.SatoriRoswell.com
OUR MISSION
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The purpose of this web site is to provide Madison's family with a means of keeping family, friends, and loved ones updated on the continued progress of Madison. The web site is also a means of keeping everyone informed on all upcoming charitable events that relate to Madison in conjunction with affiliate organizations that have come to Madison’s aid such as the The American Red Cross, The Congenital Heart Information Network, and the March of Dimes. |
This web site is also designed to accept donations, that are directly deposited into an account for Madison, that assists Madison's family with the financial burdens brought on by Madison’s continued challenges relating to her health. All donations go directly to Madison's fund.
| All donations go directly to Madison's fund. You may also choose to send a donation by mail to: Madison Faith c/o MCS P.O. Box 670374 Marietta, Georgia USA 30062 |
For more information please see our Events Page and our Donations Page.