Welcome to CHD Connects Hearts, a personal note from my heart to yours. I’m Momma C—mother, grandmother, and businesswoman, whose world shifted when my grandson, Hunter, was diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Our journey has been filled with both profound challenges and transformative joy, reshaping the fabric of our family's life.
My experience of helplessness during Hunter’s early days, accentuated by the isolation of COVID, underscored the urgent need for support networks for families facing congenital heart defects and disease. Witnessing Hunter’s courage through his Fontan procedure cemented my resolve to act.
CHD Connects Hearts emerged as a heartfelt mission to provide understanding, resources, and community for families like ours and a future place for my grandson, Hunter, to connect to others like him. It is a space designed for connection, offering lifelines of support, and nurturing a future where no family or individual journeys alone.
Together, we strive for compassion-driven change, with the hope of one day saying, "Change has come."
Momma C (Christy Pace)
At CHD Connects Hearts, our mission is to revolutionize the congenital heart defect journey by bringing together individuals, families, caregivers & medical teams into one unified community.
We strive to foster meaningful connections, provide unwavering support, & empower every stage of the CHD experience with resources, advocacy & resilience.
Through acceptance, emotional support, informed decision-making & collaboration, we are dedicated to transforming the lives of those touched by congenital heart defects & building a future of hope, strength & unity.
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Anyone is welcome to join a CHD community! Enroll yourself in a place where you'll find a sense of belonging.
Your story is unique & we want to hear it. Share your experiences among others & inspire each other to keep moving forward.
DISCLAIMER: Our resources are for educational and informational purposes only. We do not offer any medical advice. Always follow and consult your medical team. Our aim is to provide supportive content, direction, and strategies for building community connections while facilitating crucial conversations about CHD.
DISCLAIMER: Our resources are for educational and informational purposes only. We do not offer any medical advice. Always follow and consult your medical team. Our aim is to provide supportive content, direction, and strategies for building community connections while facilitating crucial conversations about CHD.