A Morning With The M's │ Celebrating CP Awareness │ Winnipeg Family Photographer │ aliciaTphotoA Morning in the life of the M'sas documented by Winnipeg family photojournalist aliciaTphotoIt's become a tradition that every year on Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day (March 25th), I document a half day in the life of the M family. Their oldest son has severe Cerebral Palsy, and they see it as a way to spread awareness and acceptance to typical families, and a message of hope to those facing a similar situation. This family is extra close to my heart, as Mama M is my little sister. She is a warrior mama like no one I've ever met before, and I am so incredibly humbled every time I get to witness her strength and devotion to her amazing family. The kind of cerebral palsy my nephew has is called "spastic, dyskinetic quad cerebral palsy". What that means is he has global damage to his brain which causes many uncontrolled movements, and all 4 limbs of his body, as well as his neck and trunk are affected. He is non mobile and non verbal, technically, but you better believe this incredibly smart kid will make what he wants known, and thanks to incredible technology he's actually pretty mobile with the help of specialized equipment. Their family dynamics may look a little different than most of ours, (with tube feeds, meds, therapies, Dr appointments and everything that comes with being a special family), but the love and nurturing, support and caring, the sibling fights and love (my nephew will regularly try to run over his sister with his walker), are all the same. I invite you into a morning with the M's. Share in their joy, their frustration, and the undeniable beauty of their every day.
Thank you friends, for sharing in this beautiful every day story. And I hope that next year on Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, you will join us and wear a green shirt, and show your support! Cheers friends! -Alicia **If you have questions about having YOUR every day story captured, please don't hesitate to get in touch! All half and full "day in the life" sessions come with a 10x8 hardcover photo book of your story. You can contact me by clicking HERE any time! I look forward to showing you that wall worthy moments happen every single day, if you take the time to look for them....
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Marina Plugge(non-registered)
What an amazing familie. So much love and power. Beautiful pictures. This handicap gives the family so hard work. But what a joy to see this boy growing and be happy. Thank you for showing me this.
Katie(non-registered)
I absolutely adore these photos! Beautiful moments throughout. And I love the tradition that you do this every year. So so special.
Cindy(non-registered)
I always love your stories. You have such a way with words. Thank you.
Nikki G.(non-registered)
What a beautiful family!! The little boy's smile just melted my heart over and over again! I love how you can see all of the different emotions of the day. Thank you so much for sharing, and bringing awareness to this condition.
Nicole(non-registered)
These are so beautiful! It definitely brings awareness to CP but also showcases this family's love and commitment to each other!
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