The Adonis Foundation

This is a foundation that sits close to all of our hearts. Adonis is a premature baby born early at 27 weeks. He started his journey in the neonatal unit at Queens Medical Hospital. The first 5 weeks of his life he was thriving. He was growing and developing beautifully. Then, out of nowhere, Adonis caught an infection called NEC (necrotizing enterocolitis) which is a severe life threatening intestinal disease. He was rushed to theatre 3 times within a 72 hour period. From this intense surgery two thirds of his small intestines had died resulting in complete removal. At this point, Adonis was fighting for his life. All of his blood rushed to his heart depriving his brain from oxygen leaving him with severe brain damage.

As a result, Adonis’s digestive system is unable to absorb any food that is consumed for itself. He is dependent on PN (parenteral nutrition) a form of nutrients that are drip fed straight to his heart and pumped around his body rather than going through the stomach. There are many complications that Adonis now has to live with. He has dystonia, suffers from seizures, chronic lung disease, metabolic bone disease, liver damage, and signs of cerebral palsy. Adonis was on surgical ward D35 in Queen’s Medical Centre for 8 months where he’s had a total of 7 operations altogether during his time there. He was finally discharged on the 29th Feb 2024 where he is now at home with his family.

We are raising money for Adonis to support the family in providing specialised equipment and treatment, so he can continue to thrive and be given the best opportunities possible.

Future Foundation Plans: Adonis’ Treasure Chest

We are looking to help raise more awareness of this condition and help children around the UK needing it most. The idea is to collaborate with local councils, sports clubs and charities. Providing them a treasure chest in which donations can be placed inside. More information will be revealed in the upcoming weeks, so stay up-to-date by following the pages below!

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instagram (family of Adonis: Bro’s Dreaming Of Balling ⚽️ (@bonnickbrothers) • Instagram photos and videos

instagram (harmonylets): Harmony Lets | Property Management (@harmonylets) • Instagram photos and videos

Just Giving page: Crowdfunding to help Adonis who was born at 27 weeks. Following 7 major surgeries, Adonis now has complex health issues that require 24/7 care. on JustGiving