Ava was just 15 months old when she suddenly stopped walking and refused to use her right leg. Her parents spent weeks searching for answers, visiting doctors, urgent care, and the ER before her pediatrician finally ordered a blood test. Within hours, their world changed—Ava was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia, high-risk B-type. She was immediately hospitalized for 34 days.
Now two years old, Ava has endured nine months of intense chemotherapy, spinal chemotherapy, bone marrow biopsies, blood transfusions, and multiple hospital stays. She just began the maintenance phase of treatment, a huge milestone in her fight. Through it all, she remains a happy, strong, and lovable little girl who adores all things pink, singing, dancing, and watching Ms. Rachel.
Cancer has changed life for Ava and her entire family. Her days have revolved around clinic visits, daily medications, and long hospital stays, with doctors and nurses becoming her closest friends. Her three-year-old brother has had to put preschool and activities on hold to protect Ava’s health, and the family has spent most of the past year at home, limiting travel and outings.
Despite everything, Ava’s joyful spirit shines. Her parents hope to capture this chapter of her journey—especially now, as she recently lost her hair. They want to celebrate her strength, resilience, and the love that surrounds her as she continues to fight. Ava is lucky to have received exceptional care, and her family hopes the same for all children facing this battle.
Hope session by Katherine R Photography