Anjara holds her baby boy at his first treatment appointment in Ghana
Words of Encouragement
Would you like to share a few words of encouragement to Ajara and her family? Simply email us at TheCrew@hopewalks.org. We will gather all the comments and share them with the country program staff, who will then pass them on to the family.
Ajara’s baby boy in Ghana – Update 1
Working together to find healing
I want you to meet the newest little one in our Hope Walks family — this baby boy is just a few weeks old and is the son of Ajara in Ghana. He was born on February 11 and just two weeks later, on February 25, he had his very first appointment at the clubfoot clinic at KATH. It all happened so quickly. After a C-section, Ajara didn’t even realize at first that her baby had clubfoot. The next morning, a doctor gently explained the diagnosis — and reassured them it was treatable.
Ajara and her husband Raymond are raising six children together. They’re a devoted Christian family, hardworking and determined. Raymond installs plaster ceilings and Ajara is a trader. They had never really understood clubfoot before — Raymond had once seen an adult with it but didn’t know treatment was possible. So you can imagine the mix of worry and uncertainty in those early hours.
But here’s what stands out about this family: their quiet confidence. From their very first education session, they were attentive, hopeful and ready to do whatever it takes. A relative who had seen successful clubfoot treatment before encouraged them, reminding them this condition is treatable. That reassurance — combined with hearing testimonies from other families at the clinic — strengthened their resolve.
They were surprised to learn that treatment isn’t just a couple of months, but a journey that lasts five years, especially during bracing. Still, they’re committed. They believe their son will walk normally, grow confidently, and live a full, independent life.
And that journey has already begun — because of you.
More soon as we continue walking with this sweet little boy. We can’t wait to find out what Ajara and Raymond name this precious little guy.
(Above) The parent advisor, Isaac, walks Ajara and Raymond through the treatment process. (Below) Ajara’s little boy with untreated clubfoot and wearing his first cast.
