'Everything changed in an instant'- Baby girl battling illness in hospital
Baby Emily is battling a serious condition in hospital as family plea for support
A GoFundMe has been created for a baby girl who is suffering a serious neurological condition.
The fundraiser has already raised over €20,000 from people across the country.
Baby Emily was born on 17th of July 2025 but things took a turn for the worst shortly after.
The GoFundMe, created by Emily’s aunt, says: “Her parents had built a beautiful life together — they had just bought their forever home, got married, and were so excited to welcome their baby girl into the world, alongside their two much-loved dogs, Ralph and Zac.
“When Emily was born, we were all overwhelmed with happiness. But very quickly, things took a turn. Emily was admitted to the NICU in Crumlin Hospital, and since then, her life has been filled with serious challenges”.
Emily has a serious neurological condition that affects her ability to protect her airway.
She needs constant medical care and monitoring and she has spent most of her life in hospital.
Earlier this year, her parents were finally able to bring her home, a moment they had been dreaming of.
But after just 10 days, Emily suffered a devastating aspiration event which led to respiratory and cardiac arrest. She required CPR, and everything changed again in an instant.
Unfortunately she has had two additional respiratory arrests since then, according to the GoFundMe.
Emily is now almost 10 months old and back in ICU in Crumlin, continuing to fight every single day.
Her parents are doing everything they can to be by her side, advocating for her and giving her the best possible care. At the same time, they are facing enormous pressure — they are unable to work, while still managing a mortgage, ongoing hospital stays, travel costs, and preparing for the complex care Emily will need in the future.
“We don’t yet know what Emily’s long-term needs will be, but we do know her family will need support.
“This fundraiser is to help ease some of that burden so her parents can focus on what matters most — being there for Emily”.
Funds raised will go towards:
- Supporting the family while they are unable to work
- Travel and hospital-related expenses
- Preparing their home for Emily’s medical needs
- Ongoing care and essential equipment
“If you can donate, no matter how small, it would mean so much. And if you’re unable to, please consider sharing Emily’s story,” the GoFundMe says.