Liana's Journey

Help Liana on Her Journey to a Brighter Future. 

Our beautiful daughter, Liana Taute, was born prematurely on 25 February 2026, at just 32 weeks and 4 days, alongside her twin sister, Esmé. 

Liana was born with Pierre Robin Sequence (PRS), a rare condition affecting the development of her jaw and tongue, as well as a cleft palate that makes feeding difficult. While her twin sister, Esmé, was able to come home, Liana spent five long months in hospital, undergoing medical procedures, surgery and countless challenges. As parents, watching our little girl fight so hard at such a young age has been one of the most difficult experiences of our lives. 

Today, Liana is finally home with her family, but her journey is not over. She still faces challenges with feeding and development, and she needs cleft palate repair surgery. We are hoping and praying that, with the right treatment and support, Liana will continue to grow stronger and that by her first birthday, she will no longer require specialised care. We are asking for your help to support Liana's ongo...