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The "Adverse Birth Outcome"

Destroying the Myth, As Only a Mother Can

Carmen Hinkey | February 2015
A young boy with disabilities looks up at the sky with a big smile

I didn’t know Henry until this morning, but he’s been in my mind all day thanks to what his mother shared so honestly about having him.

In case any of us need reminding, the Washington Post carried her beautiful reminder that they are children first, their potential to learn and meet milestones far more important than their disabilities.  And she takes it even farther: She is “immeasurably grateful” for Henry, what he has taught her, and where he has brought them as a family.

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