Most of us were born healthy and without severe complications or medical conditions. This, to me, is the greatest blessing that anyone can have.
Not everyone is as fortunate, however. A handful of children in the world are born with extremely rare, very unique physical conditions — but that does not mean they are disheartened by life.
On the contrary, these children often have the biggest smiles and the most loving hearts — like these beautiful children born with Down Syndrome.
And 12-year-old Kenadie Jourdin-Bromley, from Ontario, Canada, is the perfect example of one of these smiling, loving hearts.
Born with a rare form of primordial dwarfism, which affects only about 100 people in the world, Kenadie has defied all odds and has grown into an energetic, enthusiastic teenager.
In an interview with Barcroft TV, her mother, Brianne, tells us of Kenadie's fantastic personality, and touching ability to empathize with anyone and anything.
Scroll further to read more about Kenadie's story, and to see how she has overcome her challenges. Let us know what you think in the comments below!
Kenadie Jourdin-Bromley is just like any other 12-year-old girl. She goes to school, likes to play sports, and loves to draw. The only thing that’s different about her is that she stands just over three feet tall.
Kenadie was diagnosed with an unbelievably rare form of primordial dwarfism when she was just 8 months old, and she currently weighs the same as a 2-year-old would.
The condition is so rare that it affects around only 100 people in the entire world.
Currently, there are no effective treatments for primordial dwarfism. The primary characteristics of this condition include delayed mental development and frequent illness.
Other more severe physical issues include respiratory and eating problems.
Patients with primordial dwarfism do not respond to hormone therapy, since it isn't caused by a lack of any kind of hormonal balance.
Weighing just 2.5 lbs. at birth, she was so tiny that nurses in the hospital nicknamed her 'Thumbelina.'
Doctors told her mother, Brianne, that she would live only for a few days.
Thinking that she would suffer from severe brain damage and not survive at all, Kenadie’s parents took her to be baptized the very same day she was born.
“We baptized her right away because we were told that we should just bring her home to die,” said Brianne in an interview with Barcroft TV.
“It was like mourning — the idea of all the life that you imagined for your child has suddenly been taken away.”
But little Kenadie, despite all medical odds, survived her infancy.
And now, 12 years later, Kenadie is doing exceptionally well.
Despite having underdeveloped limbs, learning difficulties, and fragile bones, Kenadie has defied the odds and the doctor’s predictions. She loves playing hockey, ice-skating, going to school, and swimming.
“She’s kind-hearted, she is loving, and wants to share everything with everyone. She is feisty, determined, and independent,” said Brianne.
Brianne always feels an overwhelming sense of joy when she sees her daughter learn something new, or accomplish a new feat.
Even though her 10-year-old little brother, Tyran, stands much taller than she does, Kenadie is undaunted.
It will continue to be a learning experience for the family, as they prepare to face medical issues that Kenadie may have in the future.
“Having Kenadie definitely tested my faith many times — watching her struggle isn’t easy,” said Brianne.
“My hope for the future for Kenadie is just that she is happy, and that she finds things that make her happy and make her smile,” said Brianne.
Were you inspired by young Kenadie's story, and were you as moved by her incredible spirit as I was?
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