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Category: My Aveanna Story

Jacob's Feeding Tube Journey
Published Feb. 11, 2022
“Jacob is a medical miracle,” his grandmother shares. “His original prognosis was that he wouldn’t walk, wouldn’t talk, and would have a brain deficit. That’s not the case today. He’s exceptionally bright and can do anything he puts his mind to.” J…
Karissa's Story: Living Life with a Feeding Tube
Published Feb. 8, 2022
Karissa lives with gastroparesis. It took years for her to receive her diagnosis and the treatments she needed. But she never stopped advocating for herself. “I decided that I wasn’t going to stop until I got answers,” Karissa says. “I don’t believ…
Growing and Thriving with a G-Tube
Published Feb. 18, 2021
Melia was born with a rare genetic disorder called epidermolysis bullosa, which causes frequent blistering of the skin. Melia’s skin may be fragile, but she certainly isn’t! She’s an independent fighter through and through. But even the strongest f…
Living Life to the Fullest with a Feeding Tube
Published Feb. 14, 2020
“I have spinal muscular atrophy type two,” Cory shares. “Because of my condition, I’ve had to learn to adapt to every type of normal situation, including eating.” Spinal muscular atrophy is a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness…
Excelling with Enteral Nutrition
Published Feb. 22, 2019
Meet Mason! Turning three years old this February, Mason has been such a superstar since the day he was born. He and his family are happy to share his story to celebrate Mason’s health progress in addition to Feeding Tube Awareness Week. Mason is d…