Italian fashion blogger Chiara Ferragni penned a thoughtful post about child health that every mom can relate to.
Chiara and her husband, rapper Federico "Fedez" Lucia, welcomed their first son, Leone, in March. As always, Chiara has been incredibly open about the whirlwind first months of motherhood.
Early last week, Chiara shared a photo of herself with Leo and Fedez at a children's hospital. Seven-month-old Leo had fluid in his ears that could have potentially caused long-term hearing loss. Doctors inserted ear tubes to fix the problem.
"His procedure was fast and super simple so we're super happy we did it and he's home with us now," Chiara explained.
But although Leo is in the clear, Chiara couldn't forget what she saw at the hospital.
"Seeing so many parents there witness their babies going through open heart surgeries made me cry non-stop and really understand that when you and your family have health, you cannot complain," she wrote. "It is the most important thing in the universe."
As any mom can attest, Chiara's gratitude for her child's health is spot on.
Fashion blogger Chiara Ferragni has made a name for herself by being incredibly open about every aspect of her life on social media.
So when she and her husband, Fedez, welcomed their first baby Leo last spring, fans got to tag along for the ride.
Recently, Chiara shared a post about a trip that little Leo made to the Children's Hospital in Los Angeles.
Chiara wrote: "This morning our little Leo got a very fast procedure at Children’s Hospital to get eartubes in his ears to get rid of some liquid he’s had since he was born that otherways could cause him hearing loss in the long time."
"His procedure was fast and super simple so we’re super happy we did it and he’s home with us now," she continued.
But although Leo is in good health, being at the hospital opened Chiara's eyes to other parents' struggles.
"Seeing so many parents there having to witness their babies going through open heart surgeries made me cry non-stop and really understand that when you and your family have health, you cannot complain," she wrote. "It is the most important thing in the universe."
"And being a mum and seeing a child in pain makes you feel like you’re dying," she continued. "I’m posting this because It is important to acknowledge how lucky we are, everyday. Don’t ever take it for granted."
Chiara's followers found her post extremely moving.
Some other moms reassured her that Leo would be just fine after his procedure.
And commenters relate to how difficult it is to see children in pain.
And how becoming a mother makes that pain so much more acute.
A baby like Leo is lucky to have not only his health but also two loving parents.
Leo celebrated 7 months of life last weekend with a delicious-looking berry cake.
And his parents are officially hitched — Chiara and Fedez stunned the world with an over-the-top wedding in September.
Chiara's latest post is definitely moving, whether you're a parent or not.
