“Mummy, this little boy is just like me.”
Seven-year-old Aries loves soccer. He loves running down the field with his friends and scoring goals
But some days he has to sit on the sidelines.
Living with kidney disease means Aries must carefully manage every part of his day. If it’s too hot, if he’s unwell, or if he hasn’t had enough water, he can’t play. For a child who just wants to keep up with his friends – it can feel frustrating and lonely.
Aries has lived with kidney disease since he was a baby. For his parents, Madi and Kieran, every day involves careful routines, constant monitoring and doing everything possible to protect his kidney function.
Then something special happened at his first Kidney Kids Es-Capers event. Surrounded by other children living with kidney disease, Aries turned to his mum and said, “Mummy, this little boy is just like me.”
For the first time, he realised he wasn’t alone.
Your gift will help ensure children like Aries and their families can access vital support, trusted advice through the Kidney Helpline, and programs like Kidney Health 4 Youth.
Please give today and help kidney kids like Aries feel supported, connected and hopeful for the future. 💛
