Rustam, a young boy, faced numerous untreated health issues due to his parents’ neglect. Despite being put up for adoption, it is well known that only a limited number of people are willing or able to care for children with special needs.
Nicky, a woman with a loving husband and a wonderful daughter from her previous marriage, had always carried a lingering childhood dream in her heart. She yearned to adopt a child and provide them with a genuine family, love, and care.
Supported by her husband, Nicky embarked on the path of adoption and carefully reviewed numerous profiles. Despite the challenges that awaited them, they chose a little boy who had been deemed unlikely to find a family.
Rustam, born with several deformities, had been abandoned by his birth mother, who blamed herself for an unhealthy lifestyle during pregnancy. He faced congenital facial features, difficulties in eating independently, and significant developmental delays. Additionally, he was born with only one leg.
Determined to make a difference, doctors worked tirelessly to restore Rustam’s facial features. When Nicky first laid eyes on him, fear did not consume her. Instead, she immediately began contemplating how she and her husband could provide him with the help he needed.
A year has passed since Rustam’s adoption, during which his parents taught him to walk using crutches and later a prosthesis. He received extensive support from a speech therapist, and his speech improved significantly, enabling better understanding.
Initially, Rustam faced apprehension and mockery from others, particularly children, who shied away from playing with him or sharing the same playground. To combat this, Nicky decided to create an Instagram account and share her son’s story with the world. Through sharing captivating moments of their lives, Rustam’s page quickly gained popularity.
