Structural Changes After VP Shunt We had been diligently working with Jess, talking to her all the time, working with her on …
Champion of Advocacy
My Mom is my hero. She has been, is, and always will be our champion. Mom and Dad taught me everything I know about advocacy . …
Convincing the Neurosurgeon
Jess needed surgery, but the neurosurgeon wasn't on board... We were lucky. Our pediatrician was as fierce of an advocate as …
Blind Forevermore
“Your baby is blind and forevermore will be.” A statement that was burned into our brains forever. Blind. My mom started crying. …
The Beginning – Something About Her Eyes
Normal pregnancy - Normal delivery Yes, I had a normal pregnancy and normal delivery. Jess was born very near her due date with …
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About Jess
First, The Basics Jess is 34-years-old, autistic, and blind. Her favorite topics of conversation include getting a new dog, her …