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Wales Online
20-05-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
Welsh family devastated after call from nursery saw baby girl given weeks to live
Welsh family devastated after call from nursery saw baby girl given weeks to live Callie Shaw's family are hoping to make her final weeks as special as possible One-year-old Callie Shaw 'lights up the room' with her smile The lives of a North Wales family were turned upside down by a single phone call from their baby daughter's nursery. One-year-old Callie Shaw had just stirred from her afternoon nap when a caregiver noticed a small, unusual lump near her ear. Her mum, Sarah, was contacted immediately. What began as a precaution quickly escalated, and Callie was taken to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. There, doctors initially reassured the family that the lump appeared harmless and sent little Callie home. Yet Sarah's instincts told her something wasn't right. After multiple return visits and persistent concern, Callie was finally referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Following a series of tests, they learnt the worst the news possible. At just 10-months-old, Callie was diagnosed with a rhabdoid tumour—a scarce and vicious kind of cancer that mainly strikes infants and youngsters. Post rigorous four-month chemotherapy regimen, there was a promising sign as the tumour began to recede, giving the family renewed optimism for Callie's recovery. Unfortunately, a follow-up MRI scan brought more devastating news—the treatment was no longer effective, and the cancer had spread to her lungs. It was then that the family, residing in Wrexham, were confronted with the tragic declaration that the cancer was in fact terminal and Callie's expected time left was a mere four to six weeks, reports North Wales Live. Article continues below Relatives of Callie's were left completely distraught, with her Aunt Chakara Tudor saying: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope that she was going to get better. It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." A smiling Callie and her two-year-old brother, Kyran Despite struggling with her health, Chakara mentioned that Callie has consistently maintained her bright smile. She added: "All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy." The family considers Callie a beacon of happiness and strength. "She's just such a happy, brave little girl," Chakara said. "She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it." A GoFundMe page has been created by the family to make Callie's remaining time as special as possible. The funds collected will also contribute to the funeral expenses. Read the biggest stories in Wales first by signing up to our daily newsletter here Chakara shared the family's concerns about Callie's final weeks, stating: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child." In addition to her mother, Callie's passing will be deeply felt by her brother Kyran, who is extremely close to her. Chakara said: "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." Callie celebrated her first birthday in March while at Alder Hey, and unfortunately, the family couldn't mark the occasion. However, they've planned a party in her honor at Gresford Memorial Hall in Wrexham on Sunday, May 25. The event is open to anyone willing to show their support. Those interested in contributing to the GoFundMe page can do so here. Article continues below
Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Brave tot given weeks to live after nursery worker found worrying symptom at nap time
A young family's world has been torn apart after what appeared to be a harmless lump on their daughter's neck led to a terminal diagnosis. Callie Shaw had been napping at nursery when a worker noticed a small swelling on her neck under he ear. Her mum, Sarah, was called immediately and the one-year-old was rushed to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Doctors initiually reassured the family that there was nothing to worry about and sent the tot home. However, the family returned to the hospital several times and she was eventually referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital for checks, reports the Mirror. Following various tests, Callie was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer called a rhabdoid tumour - known to mostly affect babies and young childrens. After enduring four gruelling rounds of chemotherapy, the tumour began to shrink. However, a follow-up scan showed the cancer had spread to her lungs. Doctors told the family her condition was now terminal and devastatingly, she had just weeks to live. Callie's aunt, Chakara Tudor, told the Liverpool Echo: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope she was going to get better. 'It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." 'All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy. She's just such a happy, brave little girl. 'She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it.' The family has launched a GoFundMe page to help make Callie's remaining weeks as special as they can. The money raised will also be put towards funeral costs. Chakara said: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child. "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. The GoFundMe reads: 'It's a rare and very aggressive type of cancer and Callie has been given 4-6 weeks. She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so she's as comfortable as she can be. 'No one should have to endure this, never mind a one-year-old child. Callie will be leaving not only her mother behind but also her two-year-old brother who adores the bones off her.'
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Baby given weeks to live after nursery made vital observation after nap time
The life of a family was turned upside down when a nursery worker spotted something concerning on their infant daughter 's neck- which led to a terminal diagnosis. Callie Shaw, one, had just woken from a nap when a small lump was spotted on her neck under her ear. Mum Sarah was called straight away, and Callie was rushed to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Little Callie was initially sent home by doctors as the lump was "nothing to be concerned about" but her concerned family returned to the hospital several times and she was eventually referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital for checks. Following tests, Callie was diagnosed with a rhabdoid tumour - a rare, fast-growing cancer which mainly affects babies and young children. The tumour shrank after four rounds of chemotherapy but an MRI later showed the cancer had spread to her lungs. Tragically, her family were told it was terminal and given a few weeks to live. Callie's aunt, Chakara Tudor, told the Liverpool Echo: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope she was going to get better. 'It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." 'All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy. She's just such a happy, brave little girl. 'She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it.' The family has launched a GoFundMe page to help make Callie's remaining weeks as special as they can. The money raised will also be put towards funeral costs. Chakara said: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child. "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." The GoFundMe reads: 'It's a rare and very aggressive type of cancer and Callie has been given 4-6 weeks. She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so she's as comfortable as she can be. 'No one should have to endure this, never mind a one-year-old child. Callie will be leaving not only her mother behind but also her two-year-old brother who adores the bones off her.'
Leader Live
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Fundraiser launched as Wrexham baby given just weeks to live
Earlier this year, Callie Shaw was tragically diagnosed, aged just 10 months, with a rhabdoid tumour - a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer. She spent the next few months in Alder Hey to receive treatment. After undergoing four months of chemotherapy - things appeared to be going well and the tumour was shrinking in size. Callie Shaw (Image: Family handout) However, her family was recently given the devastating news following an MRI scan that Callie's cancer has spread to her lungs - and is now terminal. Callie has been given a prognosis of four-six weeks. Callie's auntie, Mollie Shaw, has launched a GoFundMe page to help make her remaining days as special as possible. It can be accessed via Callie Shaw and mum, Sarah (Image: Family handout) She said: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so she's as comfortable as she can be. No one should have to endure this, never mind a one-year-old child. "Callie will be leaving not only her mother behind but also her two-year-old brother that adores the bones of her. MORE NEWS: "My sister of course wants to give her the best last weeks of her life and give her a send off fit for a princess and one that she deserves because she's the bravest little girl we know." Callie turned one in March - but her family weren't able to celebrate it properly as she was in Alder Hey. They are in the process of organising a party for her at Gresford Memorial Hall on Sunday, May 25. After Molly appealed on social media for people to help make the day extra special, there will be lots in store for Callie to enjoy - including face painting, unicorn, make up pod, bouncy castle, karaoke and disco and hopefully a visit from her favourite character, Peppa Pig. The family are still looking to sort catering for the event - and anyone wishing to contact Callie's family can message Molly Shaw, Chakara Tudor, or Jesika Anne Dobson via Facebook.
