Parker's Story
"Parker was born with hydrocephalus. Parker’s parents received the diagnosis at 20 weeks in the pregnancy that there was blockage between the third and fourth ventricles of Parker’s brain that was preventing the spinal fluid from draining. As a result, the fluid would build up and compress Parker’s brain matter against his skull, threatening to severely hinder Parker’s neurological development. Parker was born with 8 millimeters of brain matter, which is essentially no brain. At two days old, a shunt was placed in Parker’s brain, allowing the fluid to drain and releasing the pressure from his brain. Over the next 9 months, Parker underwent a series of shunt and craniofacial surgeries to ensure the proper draining of excess fluid and to reshape his skull, in order to make room for his brain to hopefully grow to appropriate size and develop properly. Parker began therapy at 4 weeks old and God blessed Parker and his family with a miraculous recovery. He currently has some fine and motor difficulties, but continues to amaze everyone. He loves to sing, dance, and be on stage. We are thankful to God for the miracle that is Parker."
- Crysie Grelecki, Parker's Mom
- Crysie Grelecki, Parker's Mom
Fun Facts
Parker has two younger siblings, Chase and Emily. He LOVES everything Auburn, especially Aubie! His favorite movie is Lady and the Tramp. He plays guitar and can speak Spanish. If Parker could spend the day with anyone, he would spend it with Bruno Mars. One word that adequately describes him is "rockstar” and his super hero name would be "Super Par Par the Rockstar," a name he coined himself.
Meet Parker: A CMN Miracle Child
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