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When Every
Breath Matters.

Understanding Spinal Muscular Atrophy Through Medicine, Family, Faith, and Survival

By Tochukwu and Ijeoma Nkwocha

A family’s experience of SMA, and the love, questions, and daily responsibility that live beyond a diagnosis.

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When Every Breath Matters by Tochukwu and Ijeoma Nkwocha

Born from lived experience

The medical reality.
The human story.

This book grew from raising children affected by SMA and navigating the decisions, care, and uncertainty that can reshape a home.

It brings medical explanations into conversation with family life: appointments, treatment questions, financial pressure, siblings, relationships, and faith. It is written for families, communities, professionals, and anyone who wants a deeper understanding.

Our experience is our own. The book adds context and perspective; it does not replace individual medical advice.

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Inside the conversation

Understanding

Diagnosis, genetics, and the language of SMA.

Daily life

Care, relationships, siblings, and the unseen work at home.

The way forward

Treatment questions, access, community, and hope.

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