03/18/2026
March is Trisomy 18 Awareness Month, a time to recognize and honor the lives of children and families affected by this rare genetic condition. Trisomy 18, also known as Edwards syndrome, challenges many of our assumptions about life, prognosis, and what it means to care deeply for our trisomy babies and their families. For those who walk alongside these children--as parents, clinicians, researchers, and advocates--Trisomy 18 reminds us that every life, no matter how brief or medically complex, carries profound meaning. These little ones teach us about resilience, love, and the power of presence in ways that statistics and textbooks cannot capture.
This month is an opportunity to:
- honor children who have lived with Trisomy 18
- support the families who love and advocate for them
- recognize the clinicians who strive to provide compassionate, thoughtful care
- continue advancing research and care pathways that respect both life and family-centered decision-making
In medicine, we often measure success in cures and long-term survival. But Trisomy 18 reminds us that success can also be measured in dignity, compassion, and the moments of connection we help create for families during some of the most meaningful days of their lives.
To that end, I want to personally thank each and every one of you who have faithfully supported our mission here at Asher's Answer, to provide financial support to families of babies diagnosed with rare trisomies.
We ask for your continued support, so that we can continue to support these precious little ones and their families.
With love and commitment,
Courtney Gibson, Founder of Asher's Answer
Asher’s Answer Inc. is a nonprofit organization devoted to providing financial support to, and research efforts directed for families with babies diagnosed with rare trisomies.
