11 days after birth, Gideon’s mother noticed a swell on her son’s groin. They compared it to that of their neighbors’ son and Gideon’s was quite abnormal. It would appear and disappear, and recently Gideon has begun to cry in pain.
After seeking specialized treatment, four-month-old Gideon was diagnosed with a right inguinal hernia. Gideon’s mother is a housewife while his father sells second-hand clothes and earns just enough to sustain the basic needs of his family. They have managed to raise $52, but that is not enough to cover the entire surgery.
For $430, BethanyKids Kijabe Hospital will perform hernia repair surgery for Gideon to relieve him of his pain and discomfort.
His mother shares, “I know not everyone will understand my dilemma, but, I’m hoping someone with a big heart and that believes in true love will help make my son’s surgery possible.”