Our Stories

A mother’s account of her child’s journey to cleft care in her own words.

Soan worried her son would be discriminated against his entire life.

When Samnang was born with a cleft, her parents felt overwhelmed. But a midwife reassured them that, thanks to Smile Train, they had nothing to fear.

Smile Train's partners will travel any distance and scale the highest mountains to provide free care to children in need.

 After getting over the initial shock of having a baby with a cleft, Bao’s family noticed that he struggled to breathe and was unable to breastfeed. They knew he needed help, but didn't think it would ever be possible for him. Then they learned about Smile Train.