The happy family
The young couple went on a mission to learn more about the condition and decided to share Ayla’s story on social media, where on TikTok her distinctive smile attracted the likes of 6.5 million online users.
The Muchas never expected they’d get the huge amount of support they received.
“I just read on doctor Google that there are only 14 documented cases. She is so darn special. Be proud mama,” one user writes.
A second netizen says of Ayla’s contagious smile, “She is beautiful and just perfect the way she is. She made me smile as well.”
Meanwhile, a handful of trolls who judged the helpless child were quickly shot down by Ayla’s loyal followers.
“Your daughter is absolutely beautiful, please do not listen to those bitter people. She’s such an Angel,” shares one. “Oh my looord. How cute are you!! ignore all those hurtful comments your little cuteness is just too sweet,” said another.
“You are a strong woman, you have a beautiful daughter, I’m sorry to see those thoughtless comments,” shares a third.
Responding to the hateful comments over her sweet baby, Vercher said, “I would advise nothing more than to be kind and accepting of all people.”
“As you would hope, people paid the same respect to your or your children if such events were to occur in your life,” she said, adding that conditions “such as this” could really happen to anyone. “Social media is a divided place. You can’t control the personalities of other people unfortunately.”
Leaning on the positive comments and support, Vercher adds, “We will not stop sharing our experiences and favourite memories as we are so proud.”
Although it hasn’t been confirmed, it appears that Ayla, who recently celebrated her 2nd birthday, successfully had surgery to correct her enlarged mouth. The little girl, who in November 2023 became a big sister to baby brother Sonny, has almost no scarring from the procedure.
We’re happy that the Muchas were undeterred by online hate and continued sharing videos and pictures of the beautiful little Ayla.
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