Because she was born premature, Jhaise was diagnosed with chronic lung disease. It was four long months before her mother was able to hold her. She started working with our EarlySteps program in New Orleans and began steadily improving. In April Jhaise was able to go home with her family and is continue to receive services through Easter Seals Louisiana. Her mother says, "We have a long road ahead but I wouldn't trade it for nothing. I'm truly blessed to have my little miracle!"