Cleft and craniofacial team brings ‘all smiles’ to Tomball family

Gina Drake was in her second trimester when she learned her child would be born with a cleft lip and palate. Although a tearful revelation, the resources her family would discover would make all the difference.

“I found out during my 20-week anatomy scan. I had done genetic testing and knew a baby boy was on the way, plus I had done regular blood tests – everything to date had come back great,” Gina said. “The OB-GYN was pointing out all my child’s fingers and toes at our appointment. Then, after putting the wand on my stomach in the same place, she turned the screen away and became very quiet. I immediately thought something was wrong.”

Gina and her husband were immediately referred to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist, who confirmed their child’s condition. While the news was difficult to process, the couple’s challenge was figuring out their next steps.

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