I am raising money for Emily's Mito Mission. Emily sadly passed away on 4th October 2021, aged 5 years old.

Emily had mitochondrial disease, a genetic condition affecting the body’s energy production. She was born on the 27th July 2016 by emergency caesarean after a scan at 37 weeks showed she was going into multi-organ failure. She remained poorly into toddlerhood with frequent infections.

In December 2018 the diagnosis came – it was Pearson Syndrome, a form of mitochondrial disease. Emily was the only case in Scotland at the time, with less than 100 worldwide. Digestion and liver problems, fatigue and muscle weakness were just some of the symptoms alongside the immunity issues.

Despite her ill-health, Emily grew from an adorable baby to a cute, feisty little girl who loved all things pink and sparkly.

You can read more about Emily, mitochondrial disease and the charity on their website: https://www.mymitomission.uk/emilys-mito-mission-ayr/

Thank you for any support you're able to give.