Every year, half a million babies in the U.S. are born prematurely. Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death and many life long disabilities. The funds we raise in WalkAmerica support research that saves babies' lives.
Thank you to everyone that is supporting me and TEAM CHD!! Every little bit helps and is appreciated! Can't donate at this time? I would love it if you passed on my web page to your friends and family!
Join us in walking by clicking on the team name and then "Join this Team"! Not in Chicago? You can join TEAM CHD and walk ANYWHERE!!
My cousin's son, Jackson, was born on September 12, 2006, with a congenital heart defect called HLHS, and passed away on June 20, 2007, after fighting for 9 months and 8 days. Visit Jackson's web site at:
http://www.jacksonsheart.com/
The mission of March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.