Eboy and Jamie, both 34 years old, met in 2016 and now have a three-year-old son named Harley. Jamie also has a daughter from a previous relationship named Hollie Pie. Their family grew in September 2020 when they welcomed little Harper, weighing 8 pounds and 4 ounces.
When Harper was born, she had a birthmark on the left side of her face and neck, which is a rare occurrence happening in 1 out of 20,000 births. Eboy and Jamie, devoted parents to Harper, were taken aback when they first saw the large birthmark spanning most of her face. They were both amazed and concerned about how people would perceive her as she grew older.
Eboy, from Huddersfield, Yorkshire, who is 23 years old, said, “The birthmark was a huge shock, and it makes me sad to think about how Harper might be treated as she gets older. People can be very cruel.”
However, regardless of one’s appearance, they will always be their parents’ child, their angel, and the embodiment of their love. Despite their initial concerns, Harper’s parents decided against surgery, opting to let her make her own decisions as she grows up, believing that it makes her even more beautiful. Her siblings refer to it as her “special mark,” and they agree that Harper is truly unique. With her birthmark, she becomes more beautiful with each passing day, and they make sure to tell her that every day.
Eboy mentioned that Harper was born via caesarean section, and Jamie shared that after giving birth, “She has a very large birthmark on her face. I was speechless when I saw her. It was hard to believe that half of her face was covered. I think I was in shock at that time, so it took me a while, maybe two weeks, to settle down and stop crying. I feel more concerned about Harper and the potential prejudices she may face in the future than for myself.”
The family was informed by the therapist that the birthmark is called a melanocytic nevus congenital, and a significant facial birthmark only occurs in one out of 20,000 births. Fortunately, it is just a birthmark, and although Harper will need further tests, it is unlikely to pose a serious health concern. They were given the option of surgically removing the birthmark, but it would involve a skin graft, be expensive, and leave scarring.
Over time, the birthmark has faded slightly, but it will never completely disappear, according to Eboy. They have decided to delay Harper’s surgery until she is old enough to make her own decision. It will be her responsibility to make this difficult choice.
As Harper grows up, they will trust her judgment and let her make decisions on her own. Nevertheless, she is a wonderful addition to their small family. Their children have always loved each other, and Eboy and Jamie are happier than ever, witnessing their growth and acceptance of each other.