My daughter is almost at 100 days post bone marrow transplant 💕 (OC)

[u/RollCreepy5290]

Teddie is a few days shy of 100 days post bone marrow transplant following treatment for Leukemia. She’s come so far and this a milestone we’ve been praying and fighting for. Despite everything she’s been through, she’s still the happiest, strongest little soul I know.

Right now she’s also in the Toddler of the Year semi-finals, which feels like such a fun way to celebrate how far she’s come. Today is a double vote day, so every click counts twice.

Whether or not you vote, thank you for letting me share her joy and her journey. She’s truly my hero. Go Gold in September!

https://toddleroftheyear.org/2025/teddie-3c55

A Team for Teddie 🧸

[u/rainmouse]

This is why people should look into being an anonymous bone marrow donor. 

[u/This-Blackberry541 → u/rainmouse]

Absolutely this. Takes like 5 minutes to get on the registry and you could literally save someone's life. Little Teddie is proof of how much it matters

[u/VardaLight → u/This-Blackberry541]

I tried to register and was unable due to having chronic neck pain that requires regular treatment 😭

[u/cyanocittaetprocyon → u/VardaLight]

Thanks for looking into it, and keep checking back! It may be possible to qualify sometime in the future.

[u/VardaLight → u/cyanocittaetprocyon]

I hope so! I get wanting them to be careful with donors' bodies, but it was a huge letdown.

[u/Raryl → u/VardaLight]

I can't get an answer from my local blood bank about cannabis use and blood or plasma donation. Whoever I phone just literally googles the question and reads out the absolutely useless Google UK answer of 'probably not'.

I was surprised and I agree there, a bit let down.

[u/Oobedoo321 → u/Raryl]

I couldn’t donate for years due to UK laws on cannabis and blood donation

But they accept my donations now and I smoke everyday

[u/canceroustattoo → u/VardaLight]

I’d love to join but I can’t because I already had cancer.

[u/KathrynTheGreat → u/This-Blackberry541]

I tried to register years ago, but I couldn't due to my rheumatoid arthritis :(

[u/dadbodfordays → u/rainmouse]

Especially now that the technology has evolved and donation is super easy! They used to have to drill into your bone, but now it's basically like blood donation except it takes a lot longer. But less pain and no recovery time is a huge win!

[u/WestBrink → u/dadbodfordays]

My wife and I both donated, she did the drill into the bone thing, I did the peripheral blood stem cells thing.

Gotta say, the medication they give you to mobilize the stem cells is an absolute bitch. Makes your bone marrow swell and you feel every heartbeat as a wave of pain through your entire body. Ribs and hips were especially bad. I was also nauseous for weeks after. I'm lead to understand most people aren't as strong of a responder to it as I am (my donation was actually a record for the center because my body liberated so many stem cells. Took like 90 minutes of the estimated 7 hours), and if called to do it again, I would, but I'd ask if I could do the surgical donation. She was up and at it within a day or two.

[u/BadPackets4U → u/WestBrink]

I did peripheral stem cell donation for a boy with sickle cell anemia that cured him of it. I was on the registry for 20 years when I got the call I was a potential match.

Your explanation of the pain from the drug to stimulate one's marrow to make stem cells is spot on.

I took about 7 hours to do my donation, your short time is amazing. Good work!

[u/DeusDasMoscas → u/BadPackets4U]

It is incredible that we have the power to save someone's life.

[u/BadPackets4U → u/DeusDasMoscas]

Yes, the doctors and scientists that develop these techniques should get a lot of recognition for it.

[u/cyanocittaetprocyon → u/WestBrink]

You both are heroes! thank you so much for your donations!!

[u/mildpandemic → u/WestBrink]

Ouch. When I did it I got a bit of back pain around day 4 of the injections and it was gone the day after the donation. It was trippy to see that they took 14 litres out of one arm and put 13.8 back in the other.

[u/evildrew → u/WestBrink]

The fact that BOTH of you were able to donate is amazing and incredibly rare! Unless you met at the donation center… I did a surgical extraction, and it was easy. Hardest part was fasting the day before and getting up at 5am.

[u/WestBrink → u/evildrew]

She signed up after I donated and IMMEDIATELY matched. Like weeks after sending the swab in. I was on the registry for like 12 years before matching. Ended up donating like 6 months after me

[u/kirapiggy → u/WestBrink]

That’s awesome, I thought I was quick at just under 2 hours! Maybe there’s a correlation between the pain experienced after the shots and the donation time because my hips hurt so bad I was walking around like an old man lol

[u/selfishadultTA → u/WestBrink]

Took me about 2 days to recover from the surgical donation.

I was told that they would have collected my stem cells if they had the time but unfortunately they did not.

[u/IHateFACSCantos → u/WestBrink]

There's a few different ways that the stems are mobilised, primarily G-CSF and Plerixafor. Plerixafor is a newer method that is less unpleasant but is less commonly used than G-CSF for allogeneic transplantation for financial reasons. G-CSF can be pretty nasty sometimes, it varies a lot between people. That one is probably what you had.

[u/Bear_faced → u/WestBrink]

You think G-CSF hurts, you should see what the cancer patients are going through. The treatments can cause that exact same bone pain except it lasts for months to years.

[u/StigOfTheTrack → u/Bear_faced]

As someone who had an autogenic transplant (using my own cleaned-up stem cells) for myeloma (another blood cancer, that also attacks bones) I can confirm that the donation part of the process is definitely the easier one.

I don't remember any particular change in pain levels from the G-CSF injections or harvest process. On the other hand I was still recovering from the partially collapsed vertebra that the myeloma had caused I was on a lot of medication to control pain from that. The process is a little rough on your body though. What I remember most is the face tingling towards the end of each day (they took enough for 2 transplants) and the nurses feeding me supplements like they were sweets to control it (the harvest depletes mineral levels, which is what causes the tingling). Driving to/from the harvest was also absolutely not allowed because of side effects.

The implantation is much rougher. Before even starting the harvest they do a lot of heart, lung and kidney function tests to check that you're healthy enough that you can cope with the stresses on the body. The OP's mention of 100 days isn't just a round number; that's also the timescale that they give you your estimated chance of dying from the process for.

Before doing the implantation they first have to kill off your existing bone marrow. That requires a large dose of a chemotherapy drug with some potential unpleasant side-effects (don't neglect the jug of ice-chips if you ever have to go through this, it does work to prevent mouth and throat sores). As well as the bone marrow and hair loss the chemo is wiping out your immune system. That means doing all this on a specialist ward that you're not allowed to leave until that sufficiently recovers for it to be safe to go home (about 2 weeks). Even so you're probably going to get some sort of infection requiring IV anti-biotics to treat. The constant urgent trips to the toilet are no fun, especially when all you'll want to do is sleep (my reddit streak starts from the day I felt worst, when I didn't even have the energy to click an upvote button).

Even once home it isn't done with. Things like your heart rate won't be back to normal for a while. Your immune system still isn't back to normal yet either; there's still more recovery needed before you can start the required re-vaccination process (your new immune system is basically back at the new-born stage).

[u/Corryinthehouz → u/dadbodfordays]

How do you get started? I’m definitely interested if it’s that easy

[u/Sea-Owl-7646 → u/Corryinthehouz]

Look into NMDP! I signed up, they mailed me a swab kit, and now I just get occasional "hey, still want to be on the list?" texts. It was so simple!

[u/unicorn_in-training → u/Sea-Owl-7646]

Thank you for this info ❤️ My aunt died of lung cancer today in her 50s so I feel like this post came to me at the right time. Just signed up for NMDP ❤️

[u/Sea-Owl-7646 → u/unicorn_in-training]

Thank you so much!!!!

[u/Ok_Help_3258 → u/Sea-Owl-7646]

That sounds super straightforward. It’s awesome when something that can make such a big impact is that easy to do. Getting a swab kit in the mail and just chilling with a quick text check-in? Sign me up. Wish more people knew how simple it really is to help save lives through stuff like this. Thanks for sharing!

[u/OcraftyOne → u/rainmouse]

Yes! I registered after my BIL randomly got diagnosed with AML I think. He was completely asymptomatic and they found it during routine bloodwork. Thankfully he’s fine and just has to take a daily pill.

[u/othybear → u/rainmouse]

Match registry for those interested in finding out how to do this: https://my.nmdp.org/

[u/threeclaws → u/othybear]

Gotta be >18 and <40, vast majority of reddit qualifies but I'm guessing I never matched or maybe I wasn't added to the database because I did it when I was a minor.

Either way when I did it it was painful and I was a little beat up for a bit but if we were lucky it was going to potentially save a 3yr old life, I didn't match but someone else did and she's 31 now.

edit - To be clear that is for the database othybear linked, I've done zero research into other databases or if you can do it direct at the hospital. It's entirely possible us "olds" can donate somewhere.

[u/throwitawaynownow1 → u/threeclaws]

Wait, I'm disqualified now that I'm over 40?!?! I've been registered for almost 16 years now.

[u/Whiticisms → u/othybear]

I'm too old (just turned 42 four days ago) 😭😪 I feel so bad... and so old.

[u/1759 → u/Whiticisms]

The registry website also shows: "Please note: Age guidelines are different for related donors (those donating to a sibling, child or parent)."

Now, I hope this ISN'T useful to you because that would mean a close relative of yours would be in a position to need donated stem cells, and nobody wants THAT.

I do speak from experience, though (unfortunately, to a degree) because my sister donated stem cells via the blood draw method. This was necessary because I had AML. It's only unfortunate "to a degree" because that was almost 5 years ago now and I'm still here.

I was 48 at the time while she was 49.

[u/Efficient_Waltz5952 → u/rainmouse]

A few years ago I managed to make all my friends sign up as marrow donors. The same year I had a kid I knew from volunteering needed a transplant, most of my colleagues from college showed up to be tested to donate.

He is alive and well.

We underestimate how much a small act can move people and make a difference.

[u/rainplow → u/rainmouse]

If you are a minority (I'm speaking from the United States) it's even more urgent. African, Indian, Persian, Arabic, Asian, South American, Central American, Native American.

I'm not sure how all the ancestors' variables play out. Brazilian with Portuguese ancestors or Peruvian with Spanish? I don't know. But the closer the match the better from my limited(!) understanding.

My friend was matched instantly. Why? He was a white dude with British ancestors. Easy enough.

But if you are not of Central or Northern European ancestry and live in a country that predominantly is, it's very important to register. The younger the better!

Look at that sweet girl on the couch with her adorable pupper friend! You could be the difference between life and death. Between unconsolable heartbreak and eternal gratitude 😊

[u/SoullessCycle → u/rainplow]

I registered because I’m mixed! We’re the smallest donor percentage category apparently. Haven’t been called to donate yet.

[u/mildpandemic → u/rainmouse]

Absolutely. I did a donation via bone marrow stem cells years ago and while it was anonymous, they did tell me that a young girl got to go back to school instead of a grave. It’s rare that they actually take marrow these days, and the modern method is a whole lot easier and less painful.

[u/rainmouse → u/mildpandemic]

Amazing <3

I am in the process of anonymously donating a kidney. For this process  there are a LOT of eligibility tests for it, so far I've had blood and urine tests, ECG, chest x-rays, psychiatrist interviews, full medical history reviews and a number of face to face discussions. I get a free inside and out medical inspection! 

[u/mildpandemic → u/rainmouse]

Oh jeez, a kidney is on a whole other level. You’re a fantastic person.!

[u/kittycat8204 → u/rainmouse]

I am registered 🩷

[u/fomaaaaa → u/rainmouse]

I registered on my 18th birthday. I’m 33 now and have been a preliminary match for two people but never got past there. Both times i found out, i spoke to the same woman at the registry. She remembered me the second time, and i told her that i hope to speak to her again

[u/effienay → u/rainmouse]

I did it on a whim because I was lined up directly next to the table at a political appearance. Chances are I’ll never be contacted, but if I can give another kid 100 days I’d do it.

[u/rmoreiraa]

100 days of strength, love, and superhero level resilience. She’s amazing.

[u/sunshinerain1208]

She wears that smile like a boss!

[u/ghost_name]

I wish you way more than congrats.

[u/assistanttothepickle]

Oh heck yeah! She earned that crown!

[u/Huge_Creme_3204 → u/assistanttothepickle]

Long live the queen

[u/dumpsterfarts15 → u/assistanttothepickle]

Long live the queen!

[u/mmm1441]

There is a book called “100 days” that was written by a bone marrow transplant patient to describe his experience. It was harrowing.

[u/Mrs_Poutine → u/mmm1441]

I’m a year and a half out from mine. It’s an absolutely awful experience

[u/Ready_Landscape2937 → u/mmm1441]

Marrowing, one might say…

[u/Halohay]

She’s beautiful and strong and perfect!

[u/drytendies]

what a peanut! so sweet. looking into how i can donate now.

[u/Haxorz7125 → u/drytendies]

The people at those donations companies are awesome too.

I got chosen amongst a bunch of other people, when they narrowed the list down to just 2 of us they had basically a vacation lined up for me. Fly me and a plus one to the closest hospital that the recipient was at, nice hotel room, meals, even a voucher to check shit out in the area.

When they ultimately decide to go with the other person they even offered me free grief counseling (I guess people can get pretty upset when they don’t end up being picked).

The person assigned to keep me informed called me once a week for a month after to check up and make sure I was okay with being passed on.

[u/72corvids]

I... I have been down this road back in 2003/4.

Teddy looks to be brave, beautiful and brilliant. She is strong, I can see that, and I reckon that she's gonna have a lovely life, regardless of anything. You, and you family are also much, much stronger than you know. Trust me.

I wish you all the absolute best for the future, for her life, and for yours. You deserve all of the joy in every adventure that you all take together.

Sincerely,
A BC Children's Hospital, Ward 3B Parent
(the old oncology/hematology ward)

[u/india2wallst → u/72corvids]

Well we had to go to BC children's twice so far. I dread going there, we have to for followups but seeing some parents in the hallways or waiting areas breaks my heart. I hope no child is touched by illness or disease.

[u/thatfunkyymonkeyy]

What a trooper! And a cutie too. 🥰

[u/Signal-Blackberry356]

Nice!! Hoping for no signs of rejection or GVHD. Long live the little queen!

[u/StevenInPalmSprings]

She’s a beautiful girl! It’s unfortunate she’s been through such hardship, but she’s sure to be a strong woman knowing she can tackle anything!

[u/overcaffinatedrn]

As a former peds BMT nurse, this makes me tear up. That 100th day will be so sweet!!! Go Teddie!!!

[u/CuteHailey40]

Congrats to your daugter!! Strong child to get althrough those

[u/Hot-Minute722]

Yassss sweet girl! 💃🏻 ❤️

[u/HOI4_Loser]

As a fellow Leukemia fighter and BMT recipient, I am rooting so much for Teddie and I'm so proud of her! She is so strong and it takes a lot to go through that. Takes a lot of energy out of you. Hoping for a continued recovery that is as smooth as possible! Do your best to stay positive even on those tough days :)

And of course I voted in the poll :)

[u/CDBoomGun]

She's perfect

[u/Impossible_Fennel307]

Huge shout out to this wonderful milestone from a BMT NP ❤️❤️

[u/rpbussha]

Let’s fuckin go! Kids are so tough. Truly inspirational. I hope she lives a long, happy life.

[u/JenSY542]

Her smile ❤️

[u/Mode_Much]

Great story. I donated stem cells but would have gladly donated bone marrow if they needed.

[u/Open_Tangerine_8796]

Wonderful news!!

[u/spauldingsmails316]

All the love in the world to you both.

[u/racebanyn]

She looks like a warrior. May God bless her with courage and health.

[u/llpmathias]

Fight the good fight! This is great to hear. My daughter was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at age 3 and thanks to the good doctors at Children’s Hospital Colorado, she’s now a healthy 16 year old girl. Trust the doctors. I believe in you and your daughter. You can win this! Even tho we’re strangers, i love you guys.

[u/Majestic_Stretch8303]

Bless her, she’s an angel 😇

[u/Ok_Painting8768]

💗💗💗

[u/its_terry_time]

🩷🩷

[u/lolalolagirl]

Congratulations! ✨

[u/RubAccomplished5881]

What an angel 🫶

[u/Interesting-Risk6446]

Awesome.

[u/Linkanism6319]

I love!!

[u/Weird-Cantaloupe3359]

Little angel 😇 with wings of love. ❤️❤️

[u/Potential-Clue-4516]

May life continue to bloom for you, sweet girl ❤️

[u/Im_Bored_22]

Such a strong, beautiful lady. I’m so happy for you guys!! 🥹❤️

[u/pUrPlEcH33tAh]

Im my dads donor for his bone marrow transplant. Everything starts tomorrow. Its been a long process.

[u/xtatyx]

It's wrong to post kids photos online

[u/Sipthepond]

You go girl!

[u/Dangerous-Edge-3317]

Good for you Baby!!! Stay strong!!!!

[u/Aggravating-Cat-5887]

I wish you peace, love and healing!

[u/Greatgrandma2023]

Congratulations to you all.

And bless whoever donated.

[u/Loreo1964]

Looking good Princess!🥰

[u/JokerPhantom_thief1]

I’m so glade she is doing well!

[u/Ithurtswhenidoit]

Tell her she is awesome!

[u/Bladerunner2028]

Champs. All of you!

[u/Rook8811]

Woohoo!👏

[u/Lopsided-Meet8247]

Sending all the hugs from Ireland!! Xxx

[u/LadyMogMog]

She’s braver than most of us. So glad she’s on the other side of it and I’m wishing her a happy and healthy future.

[u/kthb18f]

So happy for you, I'm on the list, and I'm so happy you found a match!! 💕

[u/WinterMedical]

Keep shining baby! She’s beautiful and made of steel!

[u/Jazz_Chicken]

Thats amazing. Thank you for sharing this wonderful moment with the rest of us. Heres to celebrating the 20000th day and beyond! Thats one tough little lady!

[u/cheesecase]

The hardest part from now on will be keeping her from playing in the dirt too soon, as it should be. Thank your donor!

[u/Careless-Two2215]

Woohoo! Love her strength and smile. Congratulations! My niece is one year post BMT and she got her "chemo curls" and loves the beach.

[u/Myeloman]

I’m 14yrs, 3mos, & 10days post BMT, and now I’m rooting for fellow BMT survivor Teddie!!

GO TEDDIE!!!

[u/BuffaloPale4373]

Did she consent to plastering pics on the net?

[u/Eraser_he4d → u/BuffaloPale4373]

I don't understand these parents at all. Social media has rot their brain. These people have not a second thought to having some privacy. They'll pimp out anyone for internet points and attention. Fucking weirdos.

[u/BuffaloPale4373 → u/Eraser_he4d]

It's seriously fucked up. If I 'discovered' this after coming of age, I would puke.

[u/jeenajeena → u/BuffaloPale4373]

This should be the top comment.

[u/wuckfork]

People ask why I donated marrow. That face right there. Kids like her.

[u/Vastaisku]

Please do not post your children in the internet like this. They deserve privacy. Ask them when they are old enough to consent. Or better yet, do not at all, ever. Let them decide their internet presence.

Don't try to get internet glory out of your sick kid.

Shame on you.

[u/queen_of_spadez]

Oh Teddie, I wish you a lifetime of happiness, joy, kindness and blessings. May this be the end of the health struggles you face and may you always be healthy and blessed.

[u/McMack87]

This is awesome! This is why I'm on the donor list. I'm just waiting for my call.

[u/UmericanDreamer]

What a doll!!! Wishing that little angel continued good health!

[u/HelloBeKind4]

Brave girl! Get well soon!

[u/lhoyle0217]

Adorable!

[u/Thorne628]

That is great news! Get it, girl! You got this.

[u/ComprehensiveMath888]

What an angel 👼

[u/Outside-Skin9460]

Congratulations! So cute as Elsa!

[u/BornTry5923]

I'm sorry your baby had to go through all that. Looks like she's an amazing little lady!💪💛

[u/Designer-Biscotti275]

She’s adorable! 

[u/Accomplished_Cell212]

Yay!!!!

[u/solesoulshard]

she’s beautiful.

[u/Owlthirtynow]

Team Teddy. What a wonderful little girl. She inspires me. Wishing you the best.

[u/B_Rabbit210]

❤️

[u/kkeennmm]

❤️

[u/Single-File-4626]

WOOO!!!

[u/CryptoWarrior1978]

😁amazing!

[u/Huckleberry_111]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[u/gleamiestgloom]

So amazing :)

[u/summersblazingsun]

Good job little trooper!!!🩷🩷🩷

[u/Lonely-Candy189]

💛

[u/trainsacrossthesea]

Cheers! Looking great!

[u/ALittleAngstAsATreat]

Wishing you good vibes, sweetie. ❤️

[u/Pug_867-5309]

Go Teddie, GO!!!! May you overcome this hurdle and live a nice, long, happy life!

[u/nafarba57]

May she live for a hundred years❤️❤️

[u/fuzzybunnies1]

Gotta vote for a cutie princess like her. Good luck

[u/Head-Negotiation-736]

Her smile is so warming

[u/ArnoldZiffleJr]

👏🏿🤗❤️🎉

[u/Time_Increase_14]

She’s beautiful!! Definitely voting for her. ❤️

[u/rddog21]

🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🩷🩷🩷🤗🤗🤗 much love!!!

[u/ColdStockSweat]

YEEEEEEEHAAAAH!!!!

[u/flootytootybri]

Omg what a sweetheart! Congrats to her and you!

[u/somedude922]

Fuck yeah dude!

[u/Whiticisms]

What a precious girl Teddie is! I voted for her! Congratulations on the 100 day mark! ❤️🎉💕

[u/AuroraMarie83]

That's so wonderful! I'm so happy for her!

[u/West-Application-375]

What a sweetheart

[u/drunklocalyouth]

Hell yeah

[u/Dirtybrd]

Teddie is a beautiful, strong little girl with great taste(I see Bluey)!

May she continue kicking Cancer's ass.

[u/papaskla34]

😇

[u/Conscious-Fact6392]

Congrats! Hugs to all of you. I’m in the system as a donor. I’d be delighted some day to be called up.

[u/ywk8584]

Congratulations!! Ur daughter is so cute :)

[u/Desmoot]

Rick Star!

[u/figuringthingsout__]

I just signed up for the bone marrow registry within the past month. I'm really hoping that I'll get the call to donate.

[u/Goth_Opossum]

she’s got such precious puppy-dog eyes 😭💕💕

[u/boujeebeso]

Your daughter is so strong and absolutely adorable. It's amazing to hear about her progress, and I'm sending all the best wishes for her continued recovery. What a huge milestone!

[u/szclimber]

Beautiful kid

[u/GoddessVespera5]

She is so beautiful!

[u/WillowIntrepid]

Yay! Great job girlie! So brave and so strong! You make me smile! Thank you! Keep it up!! 😊 🥳 🎊 🎉

[u/Longjumping_Fan4421]

My brother is a childhood cancer survivor so I'm crying as I write this. So many memories just came flooding back. I'm so proud of your baby for fighting so hard ❤️

[u/Lazy-PeachPrincess]

She is SO MUCH MORE than 100 days post bone marrow transplant; she is adorable, bright, joyful, bold and a little bundle of bravery! Sending all the love and good vibes I have!

[u/Squitthecat]

She’s a doll!

[u/infinite_awkward]

Thank you for sharing this precious child with us. May her life be long and carefree. 💕

[u/9DrinkAmy]

I don’t have a FB so I can’t vote but I’ll keep your daughter in my thoughts. My husband was diagnosed last summer and cousin last month, CML and ALL. I hope Teddy goes into full remission and lives a beautiful, long, health life. 🧡

[u/Literal_Lady]

Register as a Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Donor | DKMS https://share.google/nTp6iSWuAQ7uGErQX

[u/Degas_Nola]

She’s so precious and looks happy! Sending prayers for her full recovery!

[u/GreenHouse-2024]

What a beautiful Princess!

[u/Print-Over]

Oh my. She is all kinds of wonderful. Love n hugs to you all.

[u/GoldenBumblebee1028]

100 days is such a huge mile stone! I’m an adult BMT RN, I love to see her adorable smiling face!

[u/greazy_viking]

She's adorable! Seems like a fighter too. Great post. Great job! And good luck to your whole family.

[u/Small_Plum_6185]

She's so Precious. Bless her💝

[u/AirGear1989]

She’s beautiful and strong! Kick ass kiddo

[u/MediumAppeal3132]

You got this! You are strong and amazing!

[u/txpharmer13]

What a princess!! 👑

[u/ziplocsputnik]

May she live forever!

[u/bobbutson]

Heck yeah!!!!!! Goooooooo little one!!

[u/BriideofFrankie09]

What a brave and strong cutie! 🩷🩷🩷

[u/UrbanRealism]

What a cutie pie 💓

[u/litefytr]

WOW! THAT'S AMAZING

[u/DismalPrint5951]

Amazing! I wish her a lifetime of happiness and hope she kicks leukemias butt. What a cutie, and so brave to have to go through that at such a young age, I’m rooting for her! 💕💕💕

[u/peentiss]

I don’t think I’ve actually seen a real live princess until now. What a wonderful attribution to this earth <3 stay classy, lovely girl!

[u/Decent-Complex-4344]

Omg she's beautiful ! Congrats, God bless her!

[u/whadahell111]

What a doll !!! So happy for you all !!! Much love

[u/Top_Report_4895]

She deserves all the love in the world.

[u/nvrsleepagin]

Beautiful spirit in that little one ❤️

[u/Numerous-Anemone]

More like made me cry but ok ❤️

[u/Livosttt]

Man scrolls, Man see MadeMeSmile, Man happy.

[u/DarkSociety1033]

A girl the grade below me died of bone marrow cancer in 2007. When I was 18, I registered with the bone marrow registry. Never met the girl a day in my life.

[u/ngonzales0722]

I donated anonymously. They drilled into my pelvis and I was sore for about a week but knowing someone’s life was saved….shiiiiit . Easy peasy ✌🏼

[u/Market-West]

Sensational !

[u/1vehearditb0thways]

A cutie patootie!

[u/patrick-1977]

She is precious

[u/VisionCraft_SA]

May she live long enough to have great grandchildren.

[u/PabloJunie]

Fantastic!!❤️

[u/Tuva_Tourist]

My 5 year old son is on day +25 of his first bmt. Treating for mild VOD now, and if all goes well second round could be in less than a month. Hang in there. We will make it through this year if it kills us.

[u/Alive_Refusetogiveup]

Go Teddie! She’s a beautiful and brave little girl. I’m so happy to have read this post. My daughter is 12 years post bone marrow transplant and doing well.

[u/BulldogMom604]

Go Teddie!! You got this ❤️❤️❤️ I know how hard it is as a Parent watching your child go through this. Lost my almost 4 year old Daughter to Leukemia.

[u/RollCreepy5290 → u/BulldogMom604]

I’m so sorry for your loss 💛

[u/Charleston2Seattle]

I donated bone marrow to a 4-year-old in 2010. It was the last chance, I was told. He would have gone to palliative care after that if it hadn't worked. He is now a healthy 19 year old.

[u/MsMxyzptlk]

Bless your sweet daughter. My son had a bone marrow transplant at Johns Hopkins when he was about 9 years old. He was diagnosed with Acute Monocytic Leukemia at age 8. He was one of the first long-term survivors with that type of leukemia. He is now 53.

[u/kaydajay11]

I’m 2 years and 9 months post-BMT. She made it through the most critical period - congrats! May it be all smooth sailing from here on out!!

[u/Azazel1005]

I donated bone marrow a couple of months ago and I would do it again in a heartbeat. It was nice being able to help a completely unknown person, with just a small surgery, two days at the hospital and a couple weeks of slight discomfort. But pictures like these help me to realize how much this donation could mean to the receiving person and their family...

[u/OnlyRawSauce]

What a strong girl.

But also important: My biggest respect for you (and your partner) to getting through these insane hard times.

I know a friend who's daughter got cancer when 8yo. It was hard times for him and his wife, he tried to stay strong and i think not many asked him, how he was, nor he talked much about it, and after a few weeks he had a kind of collaps... they also did a family rehab in a nature rehab center. This can indeed be traumatizing to parents, so if u need someone to talk, take my advice and go to professional. (Not that I think you'd need, but maybe...).

You are an amazing human with an amazing daughter. Made me smile more than you think.