When I was pregnant, we learned that our son, Atlas, would be born with cystic fibrosis. It was unexpected news—especially after believing we might never have a child at all. In that moment, our world shifted, and we stepped into a journey we hadn’t planned, but were ready to face for him.

When we met with genetic counselors, we were given options—but in our hearts, there was only ever one. Atlas was already our son, and we were committed to learning everything we could and doing all we could to give him a full, beautiful life.

We are incredibly grateful for our clinic, who supported us even before Atlas was born. They gave us not only guidance, but something we held onto tightly—hope.

Since then, Atlas has had his share of challenges, but he continues to amaze us every single day. He is strong, joyful, and resilient in ways that inspire us more than we can put into words. He is truly our hero.

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system, making everyday things like breathing and staying healthy more challenging. While there have been incredible advancements in treatment, there is still more work to be done.

Every person with CF has their own unique journey, but they all share the need for continued progress, better treatments, and one day—a cure.

That’s why we walk—to be part of something bigger and to help create a brighter future.

Will you join us?

By donating to our fundraiser, you are supporting critical research, improving care, and giving hope to families like ours. Most importantly, you are helping move us closer to a cure for everyone living with cystic fibrosis.

Thank you for supporting Atlas and for standing with us.