Debbie has a young child, Annabelle, who has a haemangioma. Debbie talks about her worries as a parent and how she was concerned that Annabelle’s birthmark may have a negative impact on her wellbeing. Debbie also shares the challenges she faced trying to find the right support after Annabelle was born. Find out what Debbie has to say to other parents in a similar position in the video story below.
Debbie on parenting a young child with a visible difference
Watch Debbie’s story about being a parent to a child with a birthmark and the struggle her family faced in getting the right support.
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