Author: Mariah Wheeler

Laura and Nathan is a real-life fairy tale. The dwarfs met while acting in a version of Snow White. During the production, each actor portrayed a dwarf. Although the couple had not yet declared their wedding vows, Laura became pregnant. She conceived their first baby and Nathan Jr. was born as a “double dwarf.” A double dwarf is a person who has inherited both types of dwarfism from their parents. The birth of a double dwarf is an event that rarely takes place in Great Britain or any other country. The family was called “Britain’s Shortest Family” by the media. However,…

Unfortunately, some children never have the benefit of loving parents, of a warm forever home to call their own, and this simply is not right. Strong families help children feel safe and secure. Strong families have warmth and care, good communication, predictability, and strong connections to others outside the family. Looking after yourself is good for your family and good for you. Being warm, caring and affectionate with your child helps to build strong family relationships. Couple Will and Julie have no biological kids of their own, but they felt that they had something to give – not just their home – and so…