Adele's Story

Adele was born premature at 33 weeks with an intestinal blockage. She went into immediate surgery less than 8 hours after being born. She was diagnosed with illeal atresia and meconium peritonitis. After her surgery we thought we were on our way to healing and eventually home to start our new family. Little did we know our world would be flipped upside down. At just 11 days old we were told Adele has Cystic Fibrosis. We had no idea what this was but were told it was a recessive genetic disorder that is lifelong. Adele remained in the hospital for seven weeks while we learned our new normal and  underwent a second surgery before leaving the hospital. As the years went by Adele has spent many nights in the hospital fighting off illnesses, procedures to track her health, daily treatments and countless medications. The common cold can and has put her in the hospital.  She is now 13 years old and we could not be more proud of her strenght, courage, and resilience! She has undergone more in her thirteen years than some will their whole lives and she does it with a smile. This website is for family and friends to stay updated on Adele's health and to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. We would not be where we are today without the love and support from our families and friends!