When baby Tessa was born in Ireland, she immediately caught the attention of people around the world—not because of anything she did, but because she was born without a nose. Her rare condition, known medically as arhinia, affects only a handful of children worldwide, making her case one of the rarest.
The condition had already been detected during a prenatal scan. Doctors informed Tessa’s parents of the anomaly and strongly advised them to terminate the pregnancy. But her parents refused. They didn’t see a diagnosis—they saw a daughter. Despite the fear, uncertainty, and pressure, they chose to continue the pregnancy and give their child a chance at life.
Their decision wasn’t an easy one. It meant years of surgeries, challenges, and uncertainty—but also years filled with love, strength, and unwavering…
