Kilian’s MiniONE®
“Kilian’s MiniONE® Balloon Button G Tube helps him get the nutrients he needs to thrive.”
Kilian’s Mom
My son Kilian was diagnosed with Down syndrome after his birth. One of the key issues that led to his diagnosis was his feeding difficulty. He had an NG tube (nasogastric tube) for the first month of his life, but we decided to get a G-tube (gastrostomy tube) placed before he was discharged from the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). It seemed he would need feeding support for some time, and honestly, the NG tube grossed me out!
Kilian’s MiniONE® Balloon Button G Tube helps him get the nutrients he needs to thrive. Although it was a little scary at first, using it has become routine for both of us. He even tries to help with the daily care. Kilian is now 3 years old and still uses his MiniONE® Balloon Button G Tube daily. As he slowly learns to eat more orally, it is comforting to know he has a method to get his daily nutrients and water. It is also a blessing anytime he needs medication. He recently had his tonsils and adenoids removed, and the G-tube definitely helped during his recovery from surgery.
Kilian is an active boy, and although it takes some planning and more supplies, he is able to go off on adventures with the help of his MiniONE® Balloon Button G Tube. I am so glad we made the decision to get it.
