In a world where diversity is celebrated and valued, the tapestry of human existence becomes all the more vibrant when we embrace and value those who have unique qualities that set them apart….
This world would be a wonderful place if we accepted and valued those who are slightly different in some way.
When Winry’s parents saw her for the first time, they saw a stain on her face.
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At first, they assumed it was a bruise, but later discovered the baby had a very unusual birthmark called congenital melanocytic nevi (CM).
“When they brought it to me, at first I believed it was a bruise. My husband and I immediately realized that it wasn’t a bruise at that point. Nicole Hall, the mother, told Good Morning America: “And like the name, I thought, that it looks a lot like a mole.
“I had a happy pregnancy that was very typical! She writes on her blog: “I had morning sickness from about 8 to 14 weeks, but once that went away I felt fine until the exhaustion that came in the last month. No one could have known that the little one would have such a birthmark on her face.
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*Some of the excitement surrounding the birth has subsided and I’d say my feelings are now dominated by apprehension. I knew it looked like a mole, but I had never seen anything like it and I was worried it would be dangerous for her. At this point, none of the nurses mentioned it, but I didn’t know what to ask, so I simply hugged her and held her.
According to a report by Dr. Harper Price of Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Dr. Heather Etchevers of Marseille Medical Genetics for the National Organization for Rare Diseases.
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This birthmark increases the chance of developing melanoma, a form of skin cancer. Nicole makes sure Winry covers her head with a hat whenever they are out, even if the risk is minimal. Her baby’s face is covered in sunscreen and she takes all the necessary safety precautions.
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“Our number one priority is her well-being. She needs to be protected from the sun. I’m extra careful when wearing hats and things like that. We’ll definitely grow up to consider our frequent dermatology visits as our best friends, Nicole.” supplies.
Winry’s parents are doing all they can to spread the word about CMN, knowing their daughter will face stares when she grows up and possibly in the future.
Many others are seeing birthmarks like hers for the first time, which is one of the reasons Nicole likes to share. “This is a good conversation for parents with their children to see that children have differences, or for those parents who have a child that looks like Winry or has any birthmark, to see that their child is represented.”
Winry is a happy and healthy young lady, and her parents hope that once she learns about her birthmark, she will embrace her uniqueness and accept it as part of who she is.
She just radiates joy. He practically never stops laughing or screaming. He is the happiest child I have ever seen, cried the mother. He already talks a lot. We haven’t talked much, but she tells you straight and she’s getting sassy, ​​so I think we’ll have a lot on our hands.
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Nicole reaches a wide audience and raises awareness with her TikTok videos, which now include Winry, a 13-month-old baby. They have already been approached by other parents whose children have CMN, including a Brazilian family whose boy has a birthmark that is very similar to Winry’s.
At least they are aware of their company.
In their journey to raise awareness of CMN, Winry’s family has found companionship and support from parents facing similar issues. Their story serves as a reminder that each individual, regardless of their differences, has the power to connect and uplift one another.
As the world watches Winry’s story unfold, may we all be inspired to embrace our uniqueness and celebrate the diversity that enriches our lives. In a world where understanding and empathy flourish, Winry’s journey reminds us that we are all connected by a thread of humanity. Let her story be a testimony to the power of love, the power of consciousness, and the unbreakable bonds that unite us all.