Tiffany Wedekind – also known as Tenacious Tiffany – is a 4’5” force of energy and enthusiasm. She and multiple relatives have the rare, fatal genetic disorder called “progeria” – which causes rapid aging. But she’s not letting that stand in the way of loving life. Tiffany enjoyed an active childhood, participating in dance, sports, […]
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Advanced burn treatment helps teen resume an active life
It started as a quiet day. Nicole Selinsky sat at the table paying bills, while her sons worked in the yard. Kane, then age 13, poured gas on a brush pile to accelerate the burn. With a whoosh, the pile blew up in his face. “Kane came running inside the house and said he got […]
The “terrible 2s” and tools to survive them
We’ve all heard about — and experienced — the terrible 2s. The frequent meltdowns, temper tantrums and misbehavior at a whim. Kids this age are so eager to explore the world and test their surroundings that when they hit a roadblock, such as mom’s concern for their safety or their inability to score a goal, […]
