“We will assess her strength and movement over time,” the rehabilitation specialist said.

“Children can have very different needs even when their diagnoses sound similar.

Our goal is to support Hope’s health and development, not to predict her entire life on day four.”

Hannah wrote that down word for word.

“Can she go to ordinary school?” I asked.

“Many children with spina bifida attend school, play with friends, and pursue the things they love,” the specialist answered.

“The specific supports vary.