Cleft lips and palates are common birth defects, but for the kids who have them (and their parents), its no small matter: Years of surgeries, therapy, and possibly lifelong health issues, not to mention the teasing that comes along with looking different.
# Summary
Join Josh and Chuck as they explore cleft lips and cleft palates, the surprisingly common birth defects that affect the formation of a child's upper lip and the roof of their mouth. This episode breaks down exactly how and why these clefts form during pregnancy, the various treatment options that have come a long way in recent decades, and the real challenges that kids and families face both medically and socially. You'll hear about the celebrities who've had cleft repairs, the incredible organizations working to make surgery accessible around the world, and why this visible difference doesn't have to define a person's future.
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