Summary
Danielle McLean, a 20-year-old from Ottawa, was advised by doctors to terminate her pregnancy after an ultrasound showed her unborn child had a condition called gastroschisis. Instead, she chose to continue with her pregnancy. Her son, Mason, underwent surgery after birth and is now a thriving 4-year-old.
Key Facts
- Danielle McLean was advised to terminate her pregnancy due to a birth defect found in her unborn child.
- The condition diagnosed was gastroschisis, where a hole in the abdominal wall allows intestines to grow outside the body.
- Doctors suggested the baby's quality of life would be poor and recommended a decision before 20 weeks of pregnancy.
- McLean decided to continue her pregnancy against medical advice.
- Her son, Mason, was born early and required immediate surgery to correct the defect.
- Mason spent the first four months of his life in the hospital recovering.
- Now 4 years old, Mason is healthy and active, with no lasting medical concerns.
- McLean shared their story on TikTok, gaining over 3.2 million views.
