by Steve Robinson | Oct 14, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories
Martine in DRC New moms often have many questions when their child is born, “What will they become when they grow up? What will their life look like?” Christine also had many questions when her daughter Martine was born: “Have I sinned against God? Is it witchcraft?...
by Steve Robinson | Oct 13, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories
Nimrod in Kenya Dennis and Nancy come from a humble background in Kenya. With two children and no regular job, life can be difficult. The birth of their second child, Nimrod, should have been a joy for this family, but when he was born with clubfoot, it only added to...
by Steve Robinson | Oct 13, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories
Jokebed in Burkina Faso Nathalie and Elise come from two different ethnic groups in Burkina Faso. According to the local Burkinabe tradition, marriage is strictly forbidden between these two ethnic groups, and doing so could bring a curse on the family. But Nathalie...
by Steve Robinson | Oct 6, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories, Uncategorized
Mohamed in Niger Like many moms who have a child with clubfoot, Salamatou was ashamed of her son’s disability and hid his twisted feet with sheets. She would not even let close relatives know about his condition. But hiding feet is not a long-term solution....
by Steve Robinson | Sep 13, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories
Sasha in Malawi We all have dreams for our kids. Even though her daughter Sasha is just a baby, Tamandani hopes she will become a police officer someday. When she was born with clubfoot, Tamandani thought those dreams would not come to reality. After realizing Sasha...
by Steve Robinson | Sep 13, 2022 | Our Families, Our Stories
Yeikol in the Dominican Republic After Gleimy and Enmanuel gave birth to Yeikol, they noticed his feet were twisted. No one explained what this was or told them where to get treatment. For months, both parents went to different places looking for treatment, but their...
