Elara’s story
Two year old Elara spent Christmas 2019 in hospital, after being diagnosed with neuroblastoma on 13 December 2019. She had an 11cm mass in her tummy and needed treatment straight away.
“It will be a huge celebration to have Elara at home this Christmas and I am so grateful she’s responding well to treatment. This is our story.”
Eva's story
“In February 2016, Eva was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma and our life totally changed. She was sadly taken from us in May 2017 aged just seven years old, but her courage, strength and humour were incredible throughout all her treatment.”
Eva’s mum Lauri shares their story.
Florence's story
“Our beautiful daughter Florence was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in December 2015. On 11 February 2017, Florence passed away peacefully with her family around her. She was two and half years old. “ Florence’s mum Carolyn shares their story.
Rory's story
Rory was diagnosed with stage 4s neuroblastoma when she was just two weeks old and was given a 30% chance of survival. In September 2019, Rory was in remission.
“If you look at Rory now, you’d never know she’d been through so much. She is a wild and feisty little girl - our miracle baby. We are so very lucky.” Rory’s mum Emily shares their incredible story.
Toby's story
“Our son Toby is ten years old, loves school, football and keeping fit. But nine years ago, we experienced the worst night of our entire life when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.”
Margaret, Toby’s mum shares their story.
Evie's story
Evie and her twin sister Ella were born three months premature, weighing just over 2lb.
Evie was soon to endure another fight for her life. Shortly before the twins first birthday, aged just ten months, Evie was diagnosed with stage four high risk neuroblastoma. Imogen, Evie’s mum, shares their story.
James's story
James was diagnosed with neuroblastoma after a family holiday in Wales, at just 6 months old, and was given the all clear in February 2020. His mum Lisa shares his story.
Ryan's story
Ryan and his mum Lisa are supporting our Christmas Appeal this year. “Ryan was diagnosed with stage 4 high risk neuroblastoma on 26th October 2009, when he was three years old. He was given less than 5% chance of surviving until Christmas. Today, Ryan is a happy 13 year old. I hope that sharing our positive story goes a long way in giving other families hope.”
Oscar's story
“Oscar was 18 months old when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma and OMS, or ‘dancing eye syndrome’. He was in surgery for six hours whilst the doctors performed a biopsy. The surgeon came to see us afterwards and simply said “I’ve got it.”.
Oscar is like a different child now. He’s just so much happier. He’s tough, he’s strong willed and stronger for all he’s experienced.” His mum Keira shares their story.