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A dad shares his son Ralphie Ray’s heartbreaking yet inspiring journey with Periventricular Leukomalacia, a rare brain injury that went undiagnosed for months despite early warning signs. Born 10 weeks early, Ralphie faced life-threatening complications, including seizures, severe autism, deafness, and chronic health issues — all stemming from permanent white matter damage. Though the diagnosis brought relief, it also brought crushing grief over missed early intervention. Yet Ralphie’s unwavering spirit — joyful, loving, and resilient — has transformed his father’s world and fueled their mission: to raise awareness for PVL, empower other parents to trust their instincts, and fundraise for critical care through a climb for Alder Hey Children’s Hospital — eventually launching a dedicated charity for PVL families.

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