“Every 4.5 minutes a baby is born with a condition that affects the structure or function of their body—collectively, these conditions are referred to as birth defects. They can vary widely in how and where they affect the body, and include things from cleft lip to heart disease problems. While medical advancements have greatly improved the health and survival of these individuals, many of these conditions are lifelong and require lifelong care.  While medical advancements have greatly improved the health and survival of these individuals, many of these conditions are lifelong and require lifelong care.”

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/birthdefects/esophagealatresia.html)