Meet Parker: Exceeding All Hopes

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  • čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
  • Born with craniostenosis and hydrocephalus, Parker underwent surgery, during which doctors placed a shunt in his brain to drain the excess fluid, allowing it to grow and develop naturally. When Parker was 6 months old, doctors began a series of craniofacial surgeries to correct the skull malformation. By the time he was 20 months old, Parker had undergone seven successful surgeries at Children's and was on his way to recovery.

Komentáře • 289

  • @cristynjenkins1703
    @cristynjenkins1703 Před rokem +51

    I was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus when I was 7 months old after contracting Meningitis & I'm 49 Yrs of age. God bless you young man 🥰🥰🥰

    • @Rajeshraj-zy6xq
      @Rajeshraj-zy6xq Před rokem +1

      Are u done surgery

    • @Rajeshraj-zy6xq
      @Rajeshraj-zy6xq Před rokem

      My son also hydrocephalus case 4 months age present but i have no money to treat suregry amount... 🥹🥹

    • @daniellebenfield95
      @daniellebenfield95 Před rokem

      My first shunt was placed at a month ol. My hydro was caused by aqurductal stenosis.

    • @aswathyunni1673
      @aswathyunni1673 Před měsícem

      What is your current status

  • @dollysbob
    @dollysbob Před 11 měsíci +19

    The surgeons who were able to help Parker are truly special, and I am in awe of how they helped Parker to continue to improve. He is indeed a special little boy.

  • @2230Pcvines
    @2230Pcvines Před 11 měsíci +4

    This was 7 years ago, would love to see this amazing youngster now

    • @kristalsea
      @kristalsea Před 2 měsíci

      There are pictures of him. He’s walking, playing tennis, talking, etc.

  • @jamiedecker7853
    @jamiedecker7853 Před rokem +26

    I didn't experience this birth defect but I did experience the loss of a baby girl at 3 weeks old due to severe HLHS and renal failure. Unfortunately she didn't make it home with me, just home with the Lord. I miss her everyday of my life. She would be 18 in 5 days.

  • @ginadillon2072
    @ginadillon2072 Před 7 lety +37

    Oh he is a little miracle. Little Parker bless you and I wish the best of everything the world can bring to this little boy.

  • @kathleentyson6727
    @kathleentyson6727 Před 4 lety +60

    I’m a retired nurse five of my twenty year career we’re spent on an oncology unit ,however I would occasionally go to the NICU when the need arise.
    It was so difficult for me to see these little ones in pain I’ve been retired for 40 years now and I can still remember the beautiful babies that struggled to stay alive and the dedication of their amazing parents...thank you for this what an incredible story.

    • @linriddles3336
      @linriddles3336 Před rokem +1

      Im also a retired nurse. I nursed baby Christina until she passed on. I considered it a privilege.

    • @julievanderleest
      @julievanderleest Před rokem +2

      I grew up being in the hospital a lot, recovering from major surgeries and I still remember the wonderful nurses. Rosie and Toni were two of them who went above and beyond, during every surgery they were involved in. I’ve had dozens of surgeries and countless hospital stays and more often than not, the nurses pretty much treated me almost as if I was their own child. In the OR, they often held my hand until I fell asleep, while the anesthesiologist told a story. I’m very appreciative of people like the both of you. Thank you.❤

  • @nothanks1239
    @nothanks1239 Před rokem +16

    Something so innocent should never have to endure such hardships.

  • @KindCountsDeb3773
    @KindCountsDeb3773 Před 2 lety +21

    Description says "recovery" and I wondered IF this sweet boys brain grew more and his capabilities improved. Hard to tell with the video, but it does look like he's better. I wish him and his parents a loving life.

    • @kaseymigliaccio2519
      @kaseymigliaccio2519 Před rokem +13

      Obviously he improved, if you watched the whole video from beginning to end then you saw how he was born and then the remarkable progress he made after surgery.... And you heard the doctor say that "Not only did Parker meet our expectations, but he EXCEEDED them " , meaning YES, he has improved and is developing well. 🙏

    • @bobbifoth5492
      @bobbifoth5492 Před rokem

      Adorable boy!

    • @junbh2
      @junbh2 Před rokem +2

      @@kaseymigliaccio2519 Did they say what their expectations were though? I would like to know more, not just that it was 'better than they expected'. At least we can see that he can laugh and interact with people and walk and play with toys.

    • @mysticalbeeson
      @mysticalbeeson Před 11 měsíci

      I am going 2 assume that his brain grew normally after they released all the pressure and fluid from his skull. It takes alot of brain to walk, talk ect. I was thinking the same thing but obviously he has thrived and no seeming lasting effects.

    • @mysticalbeeson
      @mysticalbeeson Před 7 měsíci

      @@MuhammadShayanSalman44 hydrocephalus is a hard diagnosis, it is fluid on the brain and will keep the brain from growing normally. Once the fluid is released there are high chances of brain development after but not sure if the child could have lasting affects or not. In the end only GOD knows and it's up to you if you want to take the chance or not. Everyone needs to do what they think is right for their children!

  • @TallSilentGuy
    @TallSilentGuy Před 8 lety +17

    I was feeling sorry for myself because I have a bad cold and my sinuses hurt. This video brightened me up a bit.

    • @shortyblackwellll
      @shortyblackwellll Před 5 měsíci

      well, since he's retarded,he wouldn't know he's sick, so don't feel bad for him.

  • @MsRen-gk1yn
    @MsRen-gk1yn Před 7 lety +58

    What a precious little man. God bless Parker and his family.

    • @nonniewatson4561
      @nonniewatson4561 Před 11 měsíci

      He is gorgeous my child had brain surgery the day he was born... with an encephalocele... later he had a large brain tumor.. he too had a shunt...non stop seizures for 5 years... I understand y'all's life and send hugs...

  • @dizziechef9502
    @dizziechef9502 Před rokem +21

    I don’t see how parents can endure this situation but Love covers all things. Im so glad he had those surgeries. He’s a beautiful child and has extremely brave , loving parents

  • @olivedog1880
    @olivedog1880 Před rokem +9

    My 3 year old cousin died from complications with her shunt. She was born with severe hydrocephalus. Was heartbreaking.

    • @dee4174
      @dee4174 Před rokem +4

      Sorry for your loss ❤

  • @lyndachabane1931
    @lyndachabane1931 Před rokem +36

    Yes indeed he is a miracle. We owe so much to the skills of incredible Doctors. I am so happy Parker has battled through so much to become the bright little boy he is today 💙

  • @theotherther1
    @theotherther1 Před rokem +11

    They treated me (Alports syndrome) in the late 2000s. I also remember Baby Noor, a baby girl from Iraq with spina bifida, who was flown over to CHOA while I was a patient there. Great facility, great staff, thanks for all you've done for kids.

  • @ginadillon2072
    @ginadillon2072 Před 6 lety +11

    Sweet baby, this warmed my heart.

  • @m.josephinefonzo59
    @m.josephinefonzo59 Před 6 lety +24

    GOD BLESS PARKER AND HIS WONDERFUL PARENTS AND OF COURSE THE HERO DOCTORS.

  • @pleiadesdragon1391
    @pleiadesdragon1391 Před 8 lety +19

    bless you Parker be heathy and happy always

  • @madisongrogan642
    @madisongrogan642 Před rokem +4

    I’m a patient at CHOA, they have saved my life many times. I’m headed there tomorrow morning for a spinal MRI to see how unstable my cervical spine is.

    • @whywhywhy8341
      @whywhywhy8341 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Hope you are doing well

    • @miapdx503
      @miapdx503 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Wishing you strength, health and healing. Bless you! 🌹

  • @kriquetteshepherd1217
    @kriquetteshepherd1217 Před rokem +4

    I bet he's so adorable. He sure was as a baby. I would love to see him after 7yrs. Old.

  • @loripowell5088
    @loripowell5088 Před rokem +20

    People like you are so wonderful. You gave this baby the love he so deserved.

  • @debrabolton9372
    @debrabolton9372 Před rokem +14

    What a dolly! Such a brave boy! Wonderful parents!

  • @kimtillman5683
    @kimtillman5683 Před 3 lety +9

    Omg look how cute he is ... truly a doll❤️

  • @bobabtcr
    @bobabtcr Před 8 lety +8

    what a sweet little fellow!!! adorable!

  • @secretvanilla7279
    @secretvanilla7279 Před rokem +6

    the doctors did an AMAZING job!! Thats just incredible

  • @wubbie2002
    @wubbie2002 Před 2 lety +20

    Wonderful family, so blessed. God gave him to the parents that would love and care for him, for as long as he lives!

  • @jenpw1525
    @jenpw1525 Před 5 lety +4

    This little angel is so adorable.

  • @mojavewolf1
    @mojavewolf1 Před rokem +7

    What a beautiful story ❤God Bless this beautiful child and his family 🙏👍🏻

  • @barbsharwood2364
    @barbsharwood2364 Před 10 měsíci

    Oh my goodness, unbelievable! The dedication & devotion of the doctors, nurses & most of all Parker's family shows what can be achieved by giving undivided love. Just a miracle.

  • @genevatilley2317
    @genevatilley2317 Před rokem +2

    He is a beautiful child. GOD bless all of you

  • @cynthiahawkins2389
    @cynthiahawkins2389 Před 9 měsíci

    Each child is an individual story, waiting to be told, and lived by the amazing young life that is there. So great to see this. Bravo.

  • @hughodonnell2349
    @hughodonnell2349 Před rokem +6

    You would never know he had ever been through anything he looks just like any other child he is a beautiful little boy god bless him

  • @victoriajohnson4420
    @victoriajohnson4420 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This video skirts around what brain development happened after the surgeries, and what mental skills and abilities Parker has now. I would not expect 5% of a brain to be able to generate much if any growth in a newborn, even after the fluid was drained and the skull was opened. If I'm wrong, I'd love to know. Yes, he looks much better, he can walk, and he smiles a lot.

  • @barbarashapiro3776
    @barbarashapiro3776 Před rokem +2

    Parker is a miracle....God bless this child❤....l hope he lives a long healthy life....Adorable little boy.❤😂

  • @JustDulci
    @JustDulci Před 11 měsíci +1

    Precious Parker❤. You have come so far! Prayers for you and your family!

  • @theresamaleady7721
    @theresamaleady7721 Před 3 lety +4

    One special little man may god bless him and his parents

  • @janedwards5292
    @janedwards5292 Před 3 lety +4

    Beautiful little boy. Bless him. X

  • @momjeans9238
    @momjeans9238 Před 6 lety +10

    Science is absolutely amazing, add a little love and trust, and you get this. Incredible!

  • @Durrpadil
    @Durrpadil Před měsícem

    When I saw Parker's head in the pumpkin patch, I realized the husband's humor is on par with my own. Well played sir.

  • @user-pq5cn8wf4p
    @user-pq5cn8wf4p Před rokem +3

    I had a brother with the same thing he was 19 years old when he pass I still miss him your son is beautiful god bless him 🙏

  • @taniamonaghan2489
    @taniamonaghan2489 Před 11 měsíci +1

    He is so adorable I’m in love what a sweetheart…&he has the most wonderful parents

  • @sassiesleeves3228
    @sassiesleeves3228 Před rokem +3

    What a doll baby he is..❤

  • @pamelakoester734
    @pamelakoester734 Před 11 měsíci

    My little Grandaughter was born with this. My Daughter had to do a GOFUNDME . She didn't get her helmet right as soon as she needed to start wearing it. Her head is still a bit bigger than normal, but she is doing well, at Kindergarten, she is a Brilliant child. When the Place that manufactures the helmets, My Daughter and her husband were informed it would be $3,000.00 eventually she had to have a second one, thanks to the Go Fund Me within 5 days my Grandaughter had her helmet.

  • @peggytoes99
    @peggytoes99 Před rokem +10

    What an adorable little guy!!! CONGRATS on this little miracle and GREAT JOB on getting him the help he needed! Prayers he will continue to grow and flourish on his life's journey

  • @MiMi-ce3ss
    @MiMi-ce3ss Před rokem +2

    Lord have mercy. God bless this lil baby. What a warrior hero

  • @kathrynmacmillan1361
    @kathrynmacmillan1361 Před 3 lety +3

    What a beautiful child.

  • @marvismatarozzo5119
    @marvismatarozzo5119 Před rokem +4

    Very brave parents and strong little boy.

  • @lindad1195
    @lindad1195 Před rokem +4

    This baby is God given gift!

  • @MorgueRat
    @MorgueRat Před rokem +2

    I had a cousin born with this. She passed away when she was a toddler. This was back in the 90s.

  • @dianelove2648
    @dianelove2648 Před 11 měsíci

    God bless you Parker. You are a true m iracle. And a handsome young man. God bless the parents who never gave up hope. GOD. BLESS all of the medical staff who cared for Parker.

  • @fionaforward3358
    @fionaforward3358 Před rokem +4

    What a blessing he is.Those wonderful doctors and parents.God bless this precious child.

    • @user-yu1ec8dz6t
      @user-yu1ec8dz6t Před rokem

      Каким он стал милым,этот замечательный маленький мальчик!Дай ему и его родителям бог здоровья и счастья!

  • @vmmurphy3918
    @vmmurphy3918 Před rokem +10

    I would love to hear an update on this child

  • @carolmccorry3053
    @carolmccorry3053 Před rokem +1

    What a beautiful boy, I love his hair. Hope his future is alot more settled for him and his parents 😊😊😊😊God bless😊😊😊

  • @lorettaatkinson5908
    @lorettaatkinson5908 Před rokem +7

    Absolutely adorable little boy
    Praise Jesus ❤

  • @Tj-TrustJESUS
    @Tj-TrustJESUS Před rokem +1

    You are a PRECIOUS MIRACLE Parker!! Thank You for sharing your incredibly brave story!! You TRULY are a BLESSING from the LORD!! 💙🙏

  • @junehenderson7072
    @junehenderson7072 Před 11 měsíci

    Hello Parker👋..So Wonderful to meet you!! GOD BLESS you and your Parents. They love you verymuch....and I hope the best for all of you! One more thing . Your just beautiful...have a wonderful life. I will keep you and your family in PRAYER!👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @Sushi2735
    @Sushi2735 Před rokem +2

    No baby should have to suffer like this. And his parents. Heartbroken for them all.
    Precious child. 😢

  • @georgeann3714
    @georgeann3714 Před 11 měsíci

    Awww hes just precious!! Hes a cutie pie!!! So glad hes doing well

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 Před rokem +1

    God bless this child!

  • @sissyparker2525
    @sissyparker2525 Před měsícem

    Such a special little angel!!❤❤

  • @barbaraturpel5694
    @barbaraturpel5694 Před 6 lety +5

    An absolutely beautiful little boy❣

  • @susanbarr7109
    @susanbarr7109 Před rokem +2

    He is a gorgeous little boy and very brave you have a little hero their,and he has a very loving and caring mummy & Daddy. You make a lovely family. I wish you all the best.

  • @rradiii
    @rradiii Před 7 lety +5

    Yay! He is fine now!

    • @grobngames2682
      @grobngames2682 Před 6 lety +2

      An Average Potato no he’s not fine
      He is different from other kids but in the next 10 years he will be normal
      I don’t want to go into details because that would be rude

    • @sashaboo72
      @sashaboo72 Před 4 lety

      grobNgames why? Please explain

  • @talapeanutbutter4250
    @talapeanutbutter4250 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Parker is a miracle!

  • @pattynellis7347
    @pattynellis7347 Před rokem +2

    Poor baby Godbless him

  • @trishpoppins5148
    @trishpoppins5148 Před 4 lety +2

    What a beautiful little boy..he reminds me of my son when he was small..love and kisses to you all xxx❤️❤️❤️

  • @Mel7290
    @Mel7290 Před 11 měsíci

    My son was born with hydrocephalus. He is three now, and has had a total of four revisions.

  • @ecuadorexpat8558
    @ecuadorexpat8558 Před 2 lety

    God bless you with a total healing Precious Darlin

  • @keigielukas7357
    @keigielukas7357 Před 4 lety +2

    A beautiful child a lovely family. May The Creator keep you in loving Hands.

  • @margueritemazzeo2904
    @margueritemazzeo2904 Před rokem +1

    Miracle Boy..such a sweet baby..💖💯☺️

  • @terrymm1176
    @terrymm1176 Před rokem +4

    wooooww un verdadero milagro de Dios...y de los medicos q lo atendieron..hermoso angelito que se pudo recuperar..

  • @refiloematemane4212
    @refiloematemane4212 Před 11 měsíci

    We give God Almighty all the glory honor and praises for everything and everyone Hallelujah 🙌❤️

  • @Hellokitty02
    @Hellokitty02 Před 5 lety +6

    I hope God has the same mercy on my child, that He did with you 💙

  • @sunflower3463
    @sunflower3463 Před rokem

    God bless this little boy and bless his family I know god is with him and he has a special plan for him

  • @spookytimeinthestreets7616

    I actually went to Parker’s school, and he was such a sweet boy, my friend however, was quite mean to him, in fact he kinda mentally bullied him, he got me to do it a bit too, I remember he started crying once, he never really did, and I actually started feeling bad more and more, then one day he left the school, for good. I think he should’ve gotten away from me and him. After he left, years past and I found out his backstory by this, and I was crying because I felt really stupid and horrible

    • @stevebiason7230
      @stevebiason7230 Před 3 lety +2

      Nice try.

    • @KindCountsDeb3773
      @KindCountsDeb3773 Před 2 lety

      If you do a "bad thing", it doesn't mean you are a bad person. You feel guilt and regret and that is a good sign. Try and learn to forgive yourself. You were young and impressionable. It's a life lesson and you learned. Be well spooky !!

    • @spookytimeinthestreets7616
      @spookytimeinthestreets7616 Před rokem

      @@stevebiason7230 i was like 8 lol, it felt regulated

  • @AnitaSanturi
    @AnitaSanturi Před 5 lety +2

    Amazing. I was told there is no surgery that can be done to expand a baby's head. I'm surprised and glad at the same time

    • @junbh2
      @junbh2 Před rokem

      In this case the baby's skull was too large, not too small. It's just that it had a lot of fluid in it.

  • @kingdomtruth7773
    @kingdomtruth7773 Před rokem

    It’s wonderful to see the miracle that the Lord did for this child and his family. 😊 He has improved greatly from what he was experiencing at birth. “Praise God from whom all blessings flow.”❤
    Reklamation Ministries 😊

  • @joanmckinnon2368
    @joanmckinnon2368 Před rokem

    Parker is a beautiful little boy may God bless you all

  • @anaferguson5135
    @anaferguson5135 Před rokem

    What a gorgeous little boy!

  • @miapdx503
    @miapdx503 Před 11 měsíci

    He is precious! What a cutie! 🥰🌹

  • @gabrielegermaine2337
    @gabrielegermaine2337 Před 3 lety +7

    Great job done to the sergants. He is such a nice boy! I,m glad for you that it turned out well for your son. How is he doing these days??
    Hope fine! Greetings from Germany 🙋❤️

    • @kaseymigliaccio2519
      @kaseymigliaccio2519 Před rokem +1

      I'm not sure what "sergents" are?? lol. But I'd like to say: Great job to the *SURGEONS* that operated on little Parker and took such wonderful care of him. 👏

    • @nadinefamille3855
      @nadinefamille3855 Před rokem +3

      @@kaseymigliaccio2519 And in German, are you as good as she certainly is?

    • @w.whoisrio
      @w.whoisrio Před rokem

      @@kaseymigliaccio2519 You don't know what sergeants are??

  • @margaretwilson1280
    @margaretwilson1280 Před rokem

    Beautiful PARKER have a wonderful life ❤

  • @kellyc4144
    @kellyc4144 Před 2 lety

    Oh my goodness, he's so adorable!

  • @ronijohnson6137
    @ronijohnson6137 Před 3 lety +2

    He is very cute and smart!

  • @kandydewey1286
    @kandydewey1286 Před rokem +1

    May God always bless this baby and his parents 😊

  • @juliebullen5291
    @juliebullen5291 Před rokem

    what a handsome boy parker is and best wishes for his future

  • @thelittlegreenball6813
    @thelittlegreenball6813 Před 4 měsíci

    Man, these doctors and people in healthcare can be really amazing. Heroes.

  • @waliyyalyons7137
    @waliyyalyons7137 Před 2 lety +3

    All I can say is WOW, what a cute kid!!?

  • @kirstystewart7906
    @kirstystewart7906 Před 10 měsíci

    DARLING LITTLE SOUL.

  • @mutsunishilwatso542
    @mutsunishilwatso542 Před 7 lety +15

    God is Love.

    • @baconbits4123
      @baconbits4123 Před 6 lety +3

      ...So you deliberately mutilate the people you love?

  • @debroahisaacs2452
    @debroahisaacs2452 Před 3 měsíci

    Parker is a precious child. of God,a beautiful special baby boy.❤😇😍

  • @maureentuohy8672
    @maureentuohy8672 Před rokem

    This is utterly remarkable!

  • @icturner23
    @icturner23 Před 11 měsíci

    You ought to have given an update at the end about the state of his brain now. Has it grown enough?

  • @ayudita7877
    @ayudita7877 Před 2 lety

    Get well soon

  • @Bettinasisrg
    @Bettinasisrg Před rokem +1

    Not being judgemental but I am wondering how they paid for all that? My daughter went into debt at 18 after just getting an appendectomy! Glad he's doing good!

  • @noemifitzpatrick6039
    @noemifitzpatrick6039 Před 11 měsíci

    You MEDICAL MIRACLE WORKERS ARE HIS ANGELS 🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤

  • @user-jf1pk5kp5o
    @user-jf1pk5kp5o Před 11 měsíci

    Sehr berührend und wieder einmal eine Bestätigung dafür, daß Liebe und Zuversicht alles überwinden kann.
    Meine herzlichsten Wünsche an Parker und seine Eltern.

  • @claudiam.q2607
    @claudiam.q2607 Před 11 měsíci

    Que bênção que essa criança teve a oportunidade de nascer ❤ o amor é incondicional❤espero que ele esteja bem ❤

  • @tammythomas851
    @tammythomas851 Před 11 měsíci

    God bless one and all!

  • @brenmanock
    @brenmanock Před rokem

    He’s adorable.

  • @Venice805
    @Venice805 Před rokem +1

    He’s just perfectly adorable. ❤❤