Mia is doing well, other than the reflux and some feeding issues. However, taking all into account what she has been through, her progress is very satisfying! You Magazine published an article on Mia on the 13th of August 2026 – thank you Alulutho Guzana! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful […]
13 August ’26: Mia is doing well! Read More »
Today Mia is six weeks old. The visit of the Hattingh grandparents, sadly, came to an end, and they will miss Mia big time! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. The bills from the hospital and doctors are starting to come in, and Dad lost
12 August ’26: Six weeks old today! Read More »
It is Dad’s birthday, and we are taking photos! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. The bills from the hospital and doctors are starting to come in, and Dad lost some income over the past month – we still need to have all that covered.
11 August ’26: It is Dad’s Birthday and we are taking photos! Read More »
All is well at home, and Mia does what babies do – keep the family busy with feeding and little sleep! Ouma and Oupa from Johannesburg arrived in Mossel Bay to meet Mia! Speeding tickets and AARTO infringements will be covered by Ouma, as she could not wait to meet Mia! The BackaBuddy campaign is
2 August ’26: Ouma and Oupa Hattingh meets Mia! Read More »
The family is finding their feet and getting into a routine at home. Mia is doing well, and no problems to report on. The Good Things Guy surprised us with a follow-up article that we really appreciate. The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. The bills
28 July ’26: A follow-up article Read More »
Mia is at home with mum Delia, dad Martin, oupa Dewald, ouma Maryna, uncle Vivian, and uncle Karools! Everybody is settling into their new routines and life is good. From now on, updates will not happen every day, but only when something exciting happens and we feel the need to inform family, friends, and donors.
26 July ’26: Settling in! Read More »
Today Mia travelled with her family from Cape Town to Dana Bay. Home at last! She is a happy child, with a happy family! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. Please share the links below with all you know: The Good Things Guy article The
25 July ’26: Going home! Read More »
Today was a good day: Mia was discharged. The family will still be in Cape Town tonight and will travel home to Dana Bay tomorrow! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. Please share the links below with all you know: The Good Things Guy article
24 July ’26: Best day: Mia was discharged! Read More »
Good news: Mia is drinking! The feeding tube was removed, and all is looking good for a discharge in the near future! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. Please share the links below with all you know: The Good Things Guy article The BackaBuddy campaign
23 July ’26: Mia is drinking! Read More »
The move from yesterday seems to be paying off. Mia is drinking more, and there is a lift in spirit at the camp in Cape Town and the followers at home! The BackaBuddy campaign is still running, and we are thankful for any amount that comes in. Please share the links below with all you
22 July ’26: It was a good move! Read More »
