Erica Ortiz

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Why I walk

I walk for my sweet boy Elias Manuel.


Every day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick. I'm walking in March for Babies because I want to do something about this. And I need your help. Please support my walk. Making a secure donation is easy: just click the 'donate now' button on this page. Thank you for helping me give all babies a healthy start!


As many of you know my son Elias was born 8 weeks early weighing 2lbs 10oz. I was very sick with severe Preeclempsia and I had devleopeed HELLP Syndrome, which can be fatal to both the mother and the child. Elias arriving when he did, saved my life. I was lucky that Elias was born healthy just small but not every baby is that lucky. The experience of being in the NICU is something I can't explain. That is not something I wish upon anyone to experience. Those were the hardest 29 days ever. Your donations are GREATLY appreciated as the March of Dimes does so much for the Preemie community.


WE NEED TO UNITE, CONNECT AND FIGHT FOR FAMILIES

With preterm birth rates continuing to rise, the U.S. remains among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth, especially for women and babies of color.

At March for Babies you're lifting up communities, creating connections and taking action to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.

Together, we’re marching to raise funds and awareness to transform the health of all families!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!


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