Shalene Story & Journey
You are not alone! ❤️
“The Cleft Friends Whatsapp Group was my saving grace.
I found out at our 20 week scan that my baby had a cleft lip and palate.
I felt so depressed and helpless but it’s almost four years later.
I am still so grateful for all the parents on the group.” – Shalane, Western Cape

Latest Stories

Franche & Stefan

Franche & Stefan

"We got so used to Olivia’s cleft lip and since her surgery we miss her wide open smile, even though we are so happy that it is all better." - Franche & Stefan, Gauteng

Melissa’s Story

Melissa’s Story

I am Melissa Pillay (27) from KNZ. I am a mum to two cleft cuties Rodrick (6) & Melisha (2) . I found out I was pregnant on 12 May 2015. At 5 months I went for an ultrasound, I found out that I was having a baby boy and his due date was my husbands birthday. The...

Monique’s Story

Monique’s Story

"My cleftie turned ten last month! Since she was old enough to understand, I have spoken to her about her cleft journey. I recall her seeing a photo of herself pre-cleft repair op, before she was able to speak properly. She looked at the pic and said “Baba lip sore”....