I'm fundraising for The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation
When my soon to be 8 year old daughter started talking about her birthday party, she originally wanted a party that was impossible to have.
We told her to have another think about what she would like, and come back to me soon with ideas. When she approached us and said, "I'd like my gifts to go to the people who helped my baby brother when he was in hospital after he was born."
Never did I ever think id be hearing that from her. Completely blown away by her request, I was on a mission to make her birthday wish come true.
When my now almost 4mth old son was born, he was home for not more than 2 days, and was admitted to NICU at Randwick Royal Women's Hospital. When Maria was only 3mths old, she was also admitted to NICU at the same hospital, and I'll be forever grateful to all the staff there who took round the clock care of Maria and myself, as we came close to almost losing Maria.
It's amazing how life works, at only 8 years old, I cannot be more proud of my little girl for wanting to give back to the amazing NICU team, who saved her life, and took amazing care of her little brother.
We have started to raise much needed funds for The Royal Hospital for Women Foundation. You can join me and be part of this amazing journey. Every day at The Royal, a baby's life begins, a baby's life is saved, a woman's life is saved and new research creates miracles.
Without our ongoing support, babies like Maria, and my son Asher, would not get the care that all the staff at NICU provide for all babies and their families.
My Updates
Countdown Begins!
Thursday 17th Jul Final preparations are in full force - We are all determined to make Maria's birthday wish come true. ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$315
Elijah Frangi
$200
Natasha Percy
Happy Birthday to a little lady whose heart is as big as her smile. I hope you have an incredible day!
$126.62
Hugo Starr
Happy Birthday Maria, what an amazing big sister and incredible young lady you are. We hope you have a great disco party with all your friends. Love Hugo Starr
$100
Milana
Happy Birthday, Mashenka! You are so kind and have the biggest heart. What you are doing for your birthday is really special. I am so lucky to have you as my best friend! I hope you have the best birthday ever! Can’t wait to celebrate your day!
$100
Lachlan Nghe And Family
Happy birthday Maria!! Wishing you a fabulous birthday. Such a thoughtful present for a fantastic cause.
$54.12
Anna Kashubskaya
Dear Maria, Wishing you a wonderful Birthday! The way you decided to make your birthday special is very impressive and it touched our hearts. Happy Birthday and don’t forget to dream big, beautiful girl!
$54.12
Maya Prokopiev
Happy Birthday Maria!! So happy to support this great cause ❤️ Maya
$54.12
Emily Lesmana
Happy Birthday Maria! What a beautiful cause. To someone with a heart as kind as yours — have the most lovely birthday!
$54.12
Susan Coorey
Happy Birthday Maria! What a wonderful birthday gesture!!! X Maime
$54.12
Jude Hayes
A wonderful thing to do Maria! We hope our support will help reach your target. Jude & his family
$54.12
Inessa
Happy birthday Masha!
$54.12
Evie Kruger And Family Xx
Dear Maria, wishing you a very happy birthday! Have a wonderful party! Such a lovely way to celebrate your birthday and help others.
$54.12
Sienna Khoury
Happy birthday Maria! What a great cause, hope you reach your goal.
$54.12
Mira Goldova
Happy Birthday Maria! From Mira
$54.12
Lachlan O'kane & Family Xx
Happy Birthday Maria! We hope you have a fabulous time celebrating with family and friends. Such a thoughtful idea to donate to such a great cause.
$54.12
Sukie L
Ellie, you did a great job! Thank you!
$54.12
Carmenita Greaver
Happy birthday Maria you have such a beautiful heart. May our Lord continue to guide and bless you. Sending you lots of love. 🙏🏾💖
$54.12
Eleonora Kovalev
$54.12
Luda Fertman
Happy Birthday to Maria! 🎉 Wishing her a wonderful day filled with love and joy. Sending lots of good health and happiness to her and the whole family! 💐❤️
$54.12
Z&b Kanikevich
What a sweet angel - happy birthday
$54.12
Helen Kanikevich
What a wonderful, selfless and thoughtful gesture from a truly remarkable young lady! Happiest of birthdays to beautiful Mashen’ka! ❤️❤️❤️🙏
$54.12
Zoe Watts & Family
What an incredible gift for a beautiful little girl to give. You must be so proud.
$54.12
Lana M
Love this idea, Masha and Ellie, and happy to support ! 💜
$54.12
Bradley & Priscilla Houghton
Dearest Maria, may your selfless heart ❤️ be an example to many. We are very Proud of you. Love Gran & Pa
$54.12
Maddie Nolan
What a beautiful gift you are giving. Wishing you the happiest of birthdays. Much love, Maddie x
$54.12
Elena Likhorovitch
❤️❤️❤️
$54.12
Cathrin Hillard
Happy Birthday Maria! Hope you achieve your fundraising goal. Love Hartley
$50
Kate Slevin
Good on you Maria, you are an inspiration and I hope you have an amazing party!
$50
Oxana Rozova
Happy Birthday Masha! I’m sorry we could come to celebrate with you. We are very proud of you. At such young age you are already making some deep and meaningful decisions. Well done! Wishing you a beautiful year ahead! You Go Girl!
$43.60
Eleanor Gallego
Hi Maria, I’m sorry I can’t make it to your Birthday party this Saturday. I hope this donation will help. Love, Eleanor Gallego 2G
$38.33
Remy Curcio
Happy Birthday Maria! You’re a superstar raising money for such an amazing cause ✨
$33.15
Steph & Dean Houghton
Happy Birthday Masha ❤️❤️ what a beautiful thing you’re doing. We love you. Love Dean, Steph, zy, hux, Len & Romeo
$33.15
Livvy Miller-chivers
Happy birthday Maria! Love Livvy
$27.81
Yulia Avakyan
Happy Birthday beautiful girl!!! You have such a big heart ❤️ May all your wishes come true!!! Xxx
$27.81
Eliana Kirk
$27.81
Lee Race
Happy Birthday Maria. Such a beautiful idea to support. I hope you have a lovely birthday. From Gabrielle 5S
$27.81
Freyja Zagora
Best wishes Maria- love Freyja
$27.81
Rosie Collins
Happy birthday Maria! Hope you have fun at your party!
$27.81
Shameela Hassim
$27.81
Valentina Homsey
Happy Birthday Maria! What a generous spirit you are. Love Valentina x
$27.81
Julie Riabova
Happy birthday Maria! Stay as generous and cheerful as you are! Thank you for your kindness!
$27.81
Inna Tesler
❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
$27.81
Albiba Eremeeva
God bless you and your beautiful family
$27.81
Yza Canja
Amazing stuff! Thanks for your kindness.
$25
Nylah Jensen
Happy birthday Maria!!
$22.58
Irina Stashkova
Happy birthday to Mashulya All the best, all wishes come true 👍
$22.58
Anonymous
$22.10
Tash L
Happy Birthday Maria 🌸
$20
Joseph Sarraj
Happy Birthday Masha! What an incredible incentive!
Happy birthday Such a beautiful gesture We hope you have a great time God bless you