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An Irish dad has launched a fundraiser in the hope of raising money to support his wife, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer during the course of her pregnancy with their child. Darren White, who is from Dundalk in Co Louth , issued a plea for help in navigating the difficult cancer journey that his wife Nicola is currently going through, after she gave birth to their beautiful baby boy, Jake. Nicola became unwell while she was pregnant with Jake and she received the devastating cancer diagnosis at a point when most mothers-to-be are planning for the arrival of their newborn. Nicola has required major surgeries and continues to undergo intensive treatment after giving birth to Jake prematurely and he had to spend his first months in hospital. With bills mounting, the parents have now launched an appeal for help in assisting the family as their savings have been significantly impacted trying to cope with Nicola's health battle. So far, more than €18,000 has been raised against a goal figure of €24,000. Darren wrote: "Earlier this year, while pregnant with Jake, Nicola became suddenly and seriously unwell. What we thought would be a simple health issue turned out to be something much more serious — she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Bowel Cancer. "Since then, Nicola has been through major surgeries, intensive treatments and extensive procedures all while showing extraordinary courage as a new mother. She’s been fighting this illness with strength and determination, even as she faced complications and long hospital stays. Despite everything, she continues to amaze everyone around her with her resilience and love for our little boy. "Jake arrived much earlier than expected and has spent his first months in hospital, growing stronger each day. We couldn’t be prouder of him — or of Nicola, whose bravery and positivity continue to inspire everyone who knows her. "The past few months have completely changed our lives. Both of us have been out of work since the summer, and between living between hospitals, travel costs, food, accommodation, and keeping our home running, our savings have been wiped out. "We now need to make some important changes at home to help Nicola recover and to prepare for when she and Jake are finally home together — including setting up a comfortable space downstairs and making adaptations for her care. "We’re not people who find it easy to ask for help, but right now, we need it. Any support you can offer — whether it’s a donation, a share, or simply a kind message — will make a huge difference and help us focus on what truly matters: Nicola’s recovery and time together as a family." To donate to the GoFundMe, click here . Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
