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!

Author:: Staff
Publish date:: Aug 6, 2011
Updated on: Nov 19, 2018

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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