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Matayo
Age 2 · All Leukemia
Matayo, this little cutie pie needs our Love and Prayers...🙏💛 At just 1 year and 9 months old, little Matayo should be exploring the world, laughing, and learning new words. Instead, he is facing a battle no child should ever have to fight.💔 In early January, his mom noticed something wasn’t right. Matayo was constantly tired, sleeping far more than usual. At first, she thought it might just be teething. But deep down, a mother always knows… On Monday, 5 January, she took him to Delft Hospital after he began complaining about his throat. They reassured her it was nothing serious—just teething—and sent them home with medication. But as the days passed, something changed. His little tummy began to swell. By Friday, 9 January, she rushed him back to the hospital, explaining her concerns. This time, doctors feared something more serious and urgently referred them to Tygerberg Hospital. That Friday afternoon changed everything. After multiple tests, the unthinkable was confirmed on Saturday, 10 January… Matayo was diagnosed with ALL (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia). A diagnosis no parent is ever prepared for.💔 His mom was shattered. She couldn’t eat. She couldn’t believe it. Her baby… her little boy… had cancer. By Monday, treatment began. The entire month of January was spent in hospital. A place that became their new “home.” The emotional toll has been overwhelming for both his parents—but through it all, they have held onto faith, praying like never before, trusting that God has a plan even in the pain. What makes this even harder… Matayo is too young to understand what is happening to him. He doesn’t know why he’s in pain. He doesn’t know why he has to go through this. He is just a baby. 💔 🤲 HOW YOU CAN HELP We are asking for your sincere prayers for Matayo—please keep this little fighter in your duas. If you are in a position to assist, the family would deeply appreciate any support in the form of: 🎗Tin foods 🎗Nutritional items (cereals, baby food, etc.) 🎗Basic groceries *Mom is currently unable to work due to the constant hospital visits and care Matayo requires, and making ends meet has become incredibly difficult. 💛 PLEASE SHARE HIS STORY By sharing Matayo’s journey, you become part of his support system. You help us reach someone who may be able to make a difference. https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/matayo-fighting-all-leukemia Let’s come together and surround this little boy and his family with love, strength, and hope. #PrayForMatayo #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #ShareHisStory
Lulonke
Age 2 · Hepatoblastoma
💛 LITTLE LULONKE’S FIGHT FOR LIFE 💛 At just 2 years old, Lulonke’s life took a heartbreaking turn. What started as something small quickly became every parent’s worst nightmare.💔 While at home, his family noticed that Lulonke was crying constantly. He refused to eat—any kind of food—and even getting him to take a teaspoon of water became a struggle. Day by day, his tiny body grew weaker. His energy faded. For four long weeks, he could not pass stool, and painful swelling began to appear on the right side of his stomach. That’s when his family knew something was seriously wrong.😢 They rushed him to Tygerberg Hospital, where doctors ran urgent tests. Soon after, the devastating diagnosis came: 👉 Lulonke has Hepatoblastoma — a rare and aggressive liver cancer that affects young children. Despite his age, Lulonke began fighting. On 1 December 2025, he started chemotherapy—bravely enduring treatments no child should ever have to face. After months of this difficult journey, doctors made the decision to operate and remove the tumour from his liver. Just last week, Lulonke underwent surgery. He has since been discharged and is now back at home… but the battle is far from over. 💔 He is in constant pain. 💔 He still struggles to eat. 💔 His little body is weak and needs proper nutrition to rebuild his strength and immune system. 🙏 A FAMILY UNDER IMMENSE PRESSURE While fighting to save their child’s life, Lulonke’s family is also facing overwhelming financial strain. They are struggling to: Provide the nutrition his body desperately needs Cover basic living expenses Keep up with the ongoing demands of his treatment and recovery No parent should have to choose between survival and care. 🤍 HOW YOU CAN HELP Today, we are asking you to stand with Lulonke. Your support—no matter how small—can help: ✨ Provide nutritious food to strengthen his body ✨ Ease the financial burden on his family ✨ Give this little fighter a real chance at recovery 🌟 LET’S GIVE LULONKE A CHANCE TO HEAL Donate to his course: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/lulonkes-fight-for-life Lulonke has already shown incredible strength. Now, he needs a community to fight with him. Please consider donating, sharing his story, and keeping him in your prayers. Every act of kindness brings hope.💛 #HelpLulonkeFight #ShareLulonkesStory #HopeForLulonke 💛
Layla Blaauw
Age 4 · Neuroblastoma (stage 4)
Layla Blaauw ~ Battling (stage 4) Neuroblastoma💔😢 The world first met Layla through a lens of worry. By mid-2025, she was a shadow of herself—rapidly losing weight, her appetite gone, and her tiny frame failing her. A mysterious weakness took hold of her left leg, making every step a struggle, while one eye rested half-closed, as if she were carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders. After months of uncertainty and initial diagnoses of low blood pressure and iron deficiencies, the truth finally surfaced at Tygerberg Hospital. In October 2025, in Ward G3, the family received the news no one is ever prepared for: Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. 🛤️ The Long Road to Recovery The journey since that day has been defined by grueling chemotherapy and the quiet resilience of a child who refused to let the illness dim her light. Following her first intensive rounds of treatment, Layla returned home, beginning a cycle of hospital visits and recovery that tested her family’s strength and faith. ☀️ A Glimmer of Sunshine Today, there is a beautiful shift in Layla’s story. Despite the mountain she is climbing, Layla is currently defying the odds of her diagnosis. The little girl who once struggled to walk is now: 🏃♀️ Running and playing with the boundless energy of any other child. 😊 Radiating happiness, filling her home with a joy that seemed so far away just months ago. 💪 Strong and spirited, proving that her soul is far tougher than the cells fighting within her. 📅 Looking Toward April 21st Since March 8th, Layla has undergone three critical tests. While the wait for feedback is long—with results expected around April 21st—the family remains steadfast. That same day, Layla is scheduled to begin a new course of chemotherapy to continue her fight against the cancer. 🙏 A Testament to Faith Though the medical path ahead is complex, Layla’s family isn’t walking it alone. They are fueled by the sight of her running across the room and a deep, unwavering trust in God for her complete healing. Layla isn't just a patient; she is a runner, a dreamer, and a testament to hope. We continue to stand with her as she prepares for the next chapter of her victory. 🕊️ * Please keep Layla in your prayers and, if you are able, assist with nutritional needs like tinned foods by WhatsApp], or contribute to her campaign via the link below. 🙏🥫✨ https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/layla-fighting-stage-4-neuroblastoma #LaylasJourney #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #HopeForLayla #neuroblastomawarrior
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