Jandron

(Information is from January 2026 when Jandron was 10 months old. He was born in late February 2025)

Jandron was born 5 weeks prematurely to a 20-year-old mother into a highly vulnerable situation. At birth, he experienced respiratory distress syndrome, requiring mechanical ventilation. Jandron has ongoing medical diagnoses of moderate bronchopulmonary dysplasia and recurrent post-viral wheezing, making him dependent on supplemental oxygen. He also has epilepsy, mild encephalopathy, and horizontal nystagmus (involuntary eye movement). Jandron has a history of hospitalizations to treat seizures, bronchiolitis, and wheezing. To manage his health, he takes several daily medications.

Even with his medical issues, Jandron shows beautiful developmental progress–not to mention a BEAUTIFUL smile under the sticker we had to place over his picture. He displays fluid and spontaneous movements of his arms and legs. While he has slight hypotonia (low muscle tone) in his trunk, he successfully rolls from his back to his stomach on his right side. He is also beginning to practice fine motor skills, occasionally using a pincer grip to explore the world around him. He is finding his voice, frequently emitting sweet vowel and syllabic sounds. His responses to auditory stimuli are becoming increasingly consistent. He is a curious observer. He pays close attention to his environment, shows great curiosity toward objects, and responds positively to simple stimuli. He makes wonderful eye contact with his caregivers and rewards them with warm smiles. As a 10-month-old infant with medical needs, he requires full assistance for all daily living and basic hygiene activities.

Jandron is a gentle child with a mostly calm and receptive temperament. Because of his young age and medical history, he relies entirely on his caregivers for emotional regulation. He clearly expresses his feelings, including showing displeasure, and communicates his basic needs through facial expressions and crying. He demonstrates a healthy, positive attachment style with his current caregivers. Jandron seeks connection and instantly calms down when given physical contact and comfort. His ability to connect, look into your eyes, and accept soothing touch shows a profound resilience and a readiness to bond with a permanent family.

While he is too young for traditional hobbies, he has clear preferences that highlight his unique personality. He is an attentive little boy who loves to watch the world around him. He shows a distinct interest in exploring objects with his hands and listening to the sounds in his environment. Above all, his favorite place to be is in the arms of someone who cares for him. He loves physical touch, gentle holding, and the reassurance of a loving voice. He needs a family that is highly sensitive to his medical diagnoses, but more importantly, a family that will cherish his smiles, celebrate his milestones, and offer him the safe, warm home he deeply deserves.