Marfan Mom

Maya is a mom who is living with Marfan Syndrome, a genetic disorder that weakens multiple body systems, including the heart, blood vessels, bones and joints, lungs and eyes. Not only that, but her oldest child is autistic and the baby also has Marfan. Despite these challenges, Maya documents her happy and full life. Check her out!

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Staff
Updated:
Nov 19, 2018
Original:
Aug 6, 2011

Maya is a mom who is living with Marfan Syndrome, a genetic disorder that weakens multiple body systems, including the heart, blood vessels, bones and joints, lungs and eyes. Not only that, but her oldest child is autistic and the baby also has Marfan. Despite these challenges, Maya documents her happy and full life. Check her out!

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