Ruth Rankin received some devastating at her 20-week ultrasound. She was told that her daughter would probably not survive after birth. Ruth 's daughter had a rare brain disorder. The doctors suggested that Ruth terminate her pregnancy, but she refused. Even though Ruth 's daughter was not supposed to survive, she is now four years-old. The baby girl 's name is Lydia. She was born with Alobar Holoprosencephaly. This is a condition that occurs when the two front lobes of the brain do not separate. Lydia is not able to walk or talk as the result of her condition. She also has an abnormally large head because of her condition. Her head weighs 11 pounds. Ruth Rankin is enjoying every moment that she has with her daughter. She stated that the first few years of Lydia 's life have been a rollercoaster. However, she also stated that Lydia 's strength inspires her and keeps them going. …show more content…
Ruth calls Lydia a "miracle." Lydia has undergone 40 operations since she was born. All of these operations have been very difficult. Lydia stayed in the hospital for two or three weeks after each operation. Despite the fact that Lydia has a difficult life, she is a lot like other little girls. She enjoys watching movies and playing. Ruth and her husband have quit their jobs so that they can be full-time caregivers to Lydia. They have set up a Gofundme page to help with Lydia 's medical