When Karen Rodas and Paul Rybkin’s son Nathaniel was born he lived for just 36 hours.

He was born with a rare condition called Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) which causes cysts to grow in the kidneys which can lead to kidney failure.

The New Jersey couple had another child in 2013 Maddy who had the same condition as the couple’s first child but after a two-year struggle with the disease this little girl was given a lifeline – thanks to her dad.

Maddy Rbykin’s condition had caused her stomach to swell and for the first 18 months of her life she was in and out of hospital.

Despite the hospital visits, tubes and oxygen treatments Maddy was doing okay, until her health started to deteriorate.

Maddy was completely drained of energy, sleeping up to 18 hours a day and constantly vomiting, according to The Mirror.

Doctors feared she might die unless a suitable kidney donor was found.

Successful operation

Her dad Paul was then identified as a match and was able to give his daughter the life-saving operation she needed.

“With Paul and Maddy, two of my most precious souls, going under the knife, my nerves were a wreck,” Karen said, according to The Mirror.

The operation was a success and both daddy and daughter are doing well.

“Daddy’s kidney has saved our little girl,” Karen added. “Now, she has boundless energy. Her massive tummy now just looks a little bit rounded and she is a happy and healthy two-year-old.”

A modest Paul said he would have done what any other parent would.

‘Happy and healthy little girl’

“We have been on a rollercoaster – but any father would have done what I did, donating my kidney to Maddy. It’s part of being a parent,” he said, according to The Mirror.

Maddy will need another kidney transplant in 25 years, but for her parents, that feels like a “lifetime away.”

You can follow Maddy’s journey here, where her mom continues to update how it goes for her daughter – it’s great to see her progress and how’s she doing today, in 2023.

 So happy that something could be done. Bless her and her dad too!

For most kids the end of the day means bath time and the more toys in the bath the better.

But one Illinois mom is warning parents that a seemingly harmless bath toy can be dangerous to kids after a horrific injury left her young son facing the prospect of losing his sight.

A raging fever

Eden Strong was giving her 2-year-old son Baylor a bath when she noticed that his eye was irritated. She put it down to getting water in his eye but after his bath Baylor’s eye got worse.

Her son had suffered cellulitis, a potentially serious bacterial skin infection. In just 12 hours his eye went from pink to infected.

“His eye was protruding from his face,” she said in a Facebook post, which has since gone viral. “It was very obscured. He was running a raging fever.

“The next week was pretty scary. He had severe cellulitis that eventually spread down his face and to both eyes. They warned me that he may lose vision in the worse eye, but in the end, thank the Lord his eyes healed.”

The cause of Baylor’s horrific eye injury was a squirting bath toy.

Shared by 300 000 people

“I came to find out later that because the water is never fully expelled from those types of toys that they can just grow bacteria that you can’t stop,” she said.

Eden posting shocking pictures of her son’s injuries on Facebook to warn other parents, the post has since been shared by 320,000 people. Eden was inundated with other parents’ pictures of their children who had experienced similar issues.

Strong said she hopes manufacturers will take this issue into consideration when producing bath toys.

She has since thrown all Baylor’s squeezable toys away.

“I think those toys especially are cute. They’re fun. They’re cheap and they’re easy, but it’s not worth it.”

What a fright this family went through, I’m so glad Baylor has recovered.

Please share to warn other parents.

Warts are common skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They can appear on various parts of the body and can be bothersome both physically and cosmetically. While there are medical treatments available, many people prefer to try natural remedies at home. Below are several natural methods that are commonly used to remove warts, along with their potential benefits. It’s important to note that while some people find success with these remedies, scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness is limited. Always consult with a healthcare provider, especially if you have large or painful warts.

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

How It Works: Apple cider vinegar (ACV) contains acetic acid, which is believed to help break down the tissue of the wart. Additionally, it has antiviral properties that may help target the virus causing the wart.

Method: Soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and apply it to the wart. Secure it with a bandage or tape and leave it on overnight. In the morning, remove the cotton ball and wash the area. Repeat daily until the wart shrinks or disappears.

2. Garlic

How It Works: Garlic contains compounds with antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, which can be beneficial for wart removal.

Method: Crush a fresh garlic clove and apply the crushed garlic directly to the wart. Cover the wart with a bandage for a few hours each day before rinsing it off. Repeat the process daily for two weeks or until you notice a change in the wart’s appearance.

3. Banana Peel

How It Works: Banana peel contains enzymes that are thought to help dissolve the wart tissue over time.

Method: Cut a small piece of banana peel and place the inner side of the peel against the wart. Secure it with a bandage and leave it on overnight. Repeat this process every night before bed. Over time, the wart may begin to fade or diminish in size.

4. Tea Tree Oil

How It Works: Tea tree oil is well known for its antiviral, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, making it a popular remedy for wart removal.

Method: Apply a drop of diluted tea tree oil to the wart using a cotton swab. Cover it with a bandage and leave it on for several hours. You can do this twice daily. If irritation occurs, dilute the tea tree oil with a carrier oil, such as coconut or olive oil, before applying.

5. Aloe Vera

How It Works: Aloe vera contains malic acid, which is believed to help break down the wart’s tissue. It’s also soothing and anti-inflammatory, which may help reduce irritation and promote healing.

Method: Apply fresh aloe vera gel directly to the wart. Cover it with a bandage and reapply the gel throughout the day as needed. Continue the treatment daily until the wart fades or shrinks.

6. Duct Tape Occlusion Therapy

How It Works: Duct tape occlusion therapy works by suffocating the wart, preventing oxygen from reaching it and encouraging the body’s immune system to fight the infection. This method has been backed by some studies and is commonly recommended by healthcare providers.

Method: Cut a small piece of duct tape and place it over the wart, making sure it is fully covered. Leave the duct tape on for six days. After that, soak the wart in warm water and gently rub it with an emery board or pumice stone. Repeat the process for a few weeks until the wart disappears.

Precautions and Tips for Wart Removal:

• Be Patient: Natural remedies generally take longer to work than medical treatments. It could take several weeks or even months for results to be visible, so consistency is important.
• Watch for Skin Reactions: Always monitor the area for any signs of irritation or allergic reactions. If you experience redness, swelling, or pain, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.
• Keep the Area Clean: Ensure the area around the wart remains clean to avoid spreading the virus. Do not pick at or scratch the wart, as this can cause the virus to spread to other areas of the skin.
• Consult a Doctor: If the wart becomes painful, grows larger, or does not respond to home treatments, seek advice from a healthcare provider. Some warts may require professional removal methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or minor surgery.

When to Seek Professional Help:

While these home remedies can be effective for many people, they might not work for everyone. Not all types of warts will respond to these treatments, especially if the wart is large, located in sensitive areas, or caused by a more aggressive strain of HPV. If the wart shows no improvement after several weeks, grows larger, or spreads to other areas, it’s important to seek professional help.

Common Medical Treatments for Warts:

• Cryotherapy: A healthcare provider may freeze the wart with liquid nitrogen, causing it to fall off after several treatments.
• Salicylic Acid: Available over-the-counter, this topical treatment softens and dissolves the wart over time.
• Laser Therapy: This method uses a laser to destroy the wart tissue.
• Minor Surgery: In some cases, warts may need to be removed through minor surgical procedures.

Conclusion:

Warts can be an annoying and sometimes embarrassing skin condition, but with patience and the right treatment, they can often be managed at home. While natural remedies like apple cider vinegar, garlic, and duct tape may help remove warts, it’s important to understand that they may not work for everyone. If you don’t see results or if the wart worsens, professional medical treatment may be required. Always prioritize safety, and if in doubt, consult with a healthcare professional for advice tailored to your specific condition.

As parents we all have a responsibility to do right by our children. Of course, sometimes ‘right’ can be subjective – what certain parents deem okay others will actively avoid.

In any case, I think most parents would be of the opinion that pushing your little one into the spotlight at an extremely young age might not ultimately be for the best.

That said, sometimes it’s unavoidable. Sometimes children are born with certain gifts or unique looks that make drawing the attention of others inevitable.

Young model Aira Marie was one such baby. According to reports, she became a person of interest for the modeling industry when she was just two years old…

Though all babies are born equally beautiful in our eyes, no one can deny that Aira wasn’t blessed with a rather unique appearance.

Put simply, so flawless was her skin, so cute her features, that she looked like a doll. Her parents knew that their daughter stood out from the crowd, too, so they took her to a modeling agency very early on.

Before long, photos of Aira had gone viral online, and though people agreed that she was a true beauty, there were those who convinced themselves that the girls’ parents had edited the images, thereby filtering their baby’s appearance.

Eventually, however, it became apparent that Aira’s doll-like look wasn’t the result of some clever Photoshop trick, but rather simply how she looked in real life.

Needless to say, the young girl’s life quickly became one of modeling agencies, photoshoots and studios. So much so that she barely had the time to experience a normal childhood.

As per reports, Aira young life was dictated by her parents, who firmly believed that their little girl was on the path to stardom.

Yet as the years passed, Aira’s look changed, and the doll-like aspect that made her so unique began to fade. Sadly, interest from modeling agencies waned, and invites to shows and studio shoots slowed almost to a complete halt.

These days, Aira’s a teenager, and she updates her social media channels with new content for her followers. Her Facebook page, for example, boasts some 12,000 fans.

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