The story of Parker Grelecki, who was from Georgia, is surely a lovely example of a miracle that may actually be true. This is true regardless of whether or not you believe in miracles. The trip that Little Parker is on is, similar to how his father explains it, a path of love that is not conditional.
Parker was born in 2008 with hydrocephalus, a disorder that causes an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the brain. Parker began his life with this condition.
In Parker’s case, this meant that his brain only accounted for five percent of his skull, which is significantly lower than the ninety to ninety-five percent that is typical for young children.
The medical personnel at the hospital cautioned his parents to be prepared for the worst, but it was quickly apparent that their young son was not going to give up in the beginning…
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This entry was published on Monday, October 8, 2018, by Crysie Grelecki.
The phrase “We don’t care if it’s a boy or girl, all we want is for the baby to be healthy” is one that is commonly used by those who are parents.
It is unfortunate that not all parents are able to have the privilege of bringing up a child who is healthy; just ask Crysie and Ryan Grelecki, who are from Marietta, Georgia.
When they found out that Crysie was expecting in 2008, they were totally ecstatic with the news. However, twenty weeks into the pregnancy, the parents were given sad news during one of the first ultrasounds that they had.
It was observed by the nurse that their unborn child, Parker, had a head that was significantly larger than average. Almost instantly, she became aware that something was amiss, and she promptly made a request for aid. All of the medical professionals who looked at Parker’s scans came to the conclusion that his condition was both grave and shocking.
It was discovered that Parker’s brain had a blockage between the third and fourth ventricles, which prevented the spinal fluid from draining. This was the cause of Parker’s condition. Because of this, fluid was accumulating and pressing against Parker’s skull, which caused his brain matter to become compressed. It would appear that the disease is present in fifty percent of all births in the United States.
The news that their child had an anomaly left Crysie and Ryan Grelecki in a state of shock and fear when they received it. On the other hand, they did what any parent ought to do: they continued to support their unborn kid without any conditions.
During the course of my pregnancy, whenever I let my thoughts to slide downward with ideas of “what if” and just plan terror, God would remind me of a song. The lines that would repeat over and over in my head and fill me with His peace were as follows: “God will make a way, when there seems to be no way, He works in ways we cannot see He will make a way for me… His peace will fill me up.” According to what Crysie wrote on her Facebook page, “He will be my guide, hold me closely by His side, and provide me with love and strength for each new day that God will make through.”
The cerebral cavity of a newborn baby typically contains between 5 and 10 percent fluid and between 90 and 95 percent brain matter. The amount of fluid that Parker had at the time of his birth in September 2008 was over 98%, and he had only 8 millimeters of brain matter.
He was delivered through cesarean section at the 39-week mark.
It should come as no surprise that Parker’s arrival into the world was a rather hectic occasion. His future appeared to be devoid of certainty, and nobody knew for certain whether he would even make it through this life, let alone what type of life he would have in store for him.
His parents, who loved their darling newborn boy more than anything else in the world, were very supportive of him, which is a great blessing.
“Throughout the entire ordeal, I was by his side, engaging in conversation with him, praying for him, holding his hand, and caressing his head. “That love that is not conditional just comes rushing over you, and here is this helpless baby that has been entrusted to me, and I am unable to do anything for him,” Ryan explained.
The medical professionals at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta began the process of draining the excess liquid from his skull and relieving the pressure around his head when he was just two days old. Consequently, this made it possible for Parker’s brain to grow and develop in a natural way.
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Following that, he started going through surgical procedures. In order to rectify the abnormality of his skull, the doctors performed craniofacial procedures; nonetheless, they were aware that they were up against a significant obstacle.
It was our intention to go in and re-expand the skull, as well as to open the skull up and separate the bones that had grown together. According to Joseph Williams, M.D., who is the Chief of Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery at the hospital, “And that was basically what we did— it was getting the space for his brain to grow and grow normally.”
After two weeks, Parker was finally permitted to return to his house. He started his physical therapy sessions four weeks later.
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At the time that Parker reached his twentieth month of life, he had already endured seven successful surgeries, and his recovery had everyone in awe. In the end, Parker was successful in sitting and keeping his head up, as stated by his mother Crysie. However, it did take some time for him to do so.
In addition, Parker bypassed the typical stage of crawling and started walking instead after a short period of time. Parker’s parents have expressed their gratitude to the Children’s Hospital in Atlanta and its personnel, who gradually became like a “extension” of their own family. They feel they owe a great deal to the hospital. Parker was a patient at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and the personnel there really took a liking to him.
The astonishing success stories of the hospital, which is renowned all over the world for its rehabilitation program, include Parker’s recovery, which is only one of many amazing stories.
While Parker was participating in the official therapy, he also participated in a variety of activities that assisted in the development of his muscles. As an illustration, he participated in activities such as tennis and swimming lessons alongside his siblings.
We held a sale to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network, and Assistant City Manager Lyn Menne and 2015 CMN Allstar Parker Grelecki were there to show their support!
On Wednesday, August 3, 2016, Tony Powers, who is a Commissioner for the City of Decatur, posted the following:
Parker, who now wears spectacles and has a head full of golden hair, is almost impossible to recognize from the day he was born. If we take a look at this adorable boy right now, we can see that he has far beyond the expectations of practically all medical professionals. UGA Miracle asserts that Parker is a tremendously successful student.
According to the writings of the University of Georgia, “He should also have difficulty interacting with others, and after meeting him for two minutes, it is evident that God has given him a very engaging personality.”
To say that Parker Grelecki is a living miracle would be an understatement. He was born with less than 2% brain matter.
As parents, Ryan and Crysie Grelecki express their gratitude by saying, “We are beyond thankful to be Parker’s parents and continue to watch him progress and live out the Lord’s plans for him.”
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His proud mother calls him a “chatterbox” and a “loving child,” and it is evident that he is aware of all the love that is surrounding him. This includes the love that he receives from his biological family as well as the love that he receives from his family at the hospital.
The support that Parker has received from his brother and sister, Chase and Emily, has also been tremendous. As a result of having a brother who experienced unique needs when they were growing up, Chase and Emily have become advocates for people who may not receive the respect they deserve.
As parents, Crysie and I have come to the realization that the fact that we have been blessed with two children who were born without any issues is, in reality, a miracle. Ryan and Crysie Grelecki have stated that their family has been filled with miracles as a result of Parker’s story.
When Parker becomes 14 years old, he will celebrate his birthday in September of 2022. He still has a lot of wonderful years ahead of him, despite the fact that he has been through a lot of things that the majority of people won’t have to deal with in their lifetimes. Parker has harbored a long-standing desire to pursue a career in the field of sports commentary.
The same brain that is so brilliant and can recall an infinite amount of information about sports is the same brain that contains three pounds of fluid and less than two percent of the physical substance of the brain. Parker has also made multiple attempts at landing his ideal career, and he has a natural skill in this regard.
In addition to that, he occasionally lends a hand as an announcer for the high school football team in his hometown. It has been reported by witnesses that he is great at what he does, and Parker’s enthusiasm during the games is infectious.
We believe that Parker is a great hero and a very inspiring guy, despite the fact that his problems are directly related to the brain damage. However, considering what he has become, we believe that he is a true miracle. Even if I had only half of his charismatic and outgoing demeanor, I would definitely be proud of myself. What a charming young man he appears to be!
Watch the miraculous turnaround that Parker has undergone below:
Doesn’t it amaze you how much power lies within each and every one of us humans? I would want to express my gratitude to the entire hospital personnel for their assistance in restoring life to the youngsters.
Oh, what a wonderful little boy he is! Parker, and may God bless him and his family.