Sophia – Supporting Jeans for Genes 💙
Did you know that 1 in 20 Aussie kids are born with a genetic disease or birth defect? That’s one in every classroom!
This August, I’m raising awareness and funds for Jeans for Genes — in support of our brave and beautiful daughter, Sophia. These funds will help support scientists working on finding cures for so many genetic conditions.
🧬 Sophia has a rare genetic condition caused by a change in a gene called TUBB3. This gene helps guide how the brain and nerves grow and connect. Even though her specific gene change is still called a “Variant of Uncertain Significance,” we see its impact every day in the challenges she faces — and the strength she shows.
❤️ Because of her TUBB3 variant, Sophia experiences:
Developmental delays, Muscle coordination and movement difficulties, Issues with how her eyes and nerves work, And some days that are just a little bit harder than others.
But she also shows more courage, determination, and joy than we ever imagined possible.
This is for her, and for every family on a journey with a diagnosis they’re still learning to understand.
💙 If you can donate, share, or simply cheer me on — it means the world.
Thank you for supporting Sophia, and helping make the future brighter for children living with rare genetic conditions 💙
