Tag Archives: Beth Anne Baber

Turn Away… You may not want to hear this

About eleven years ago, I was with my middle daughter, JoAnna Baber on our overnight shift at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, CA watching over my 18 month old grandson and her nephew, Conor after he had lifesaving surgery … Continue reading

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Hope

From his perspective, my then 10 year-old grandson Conor has always had a somewhat normal childhood. He lives in California, is good in school, a cool blond-headed surfer dude and a wild and radical skateboarder. In fact, I am amazed … Continue reading

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We need more than just research

A mother noticed that her six year-old son’s eyelids were not closing normally and when he walked, he was slightly off balance.  A few days later, his parents’ worst nightmare became a reality; they were told that their son has … Continue reading

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