SAN DIEGO (KGTV) - The emotional parents of little Uriah are sharing the story of their "miracle" baby.
Kelly Godinez says doctors initially feared Uriah wouldn't survive the pregnancy.
Uriah was born with a rare genetic condition: VACTERL Association, each letter stands for a serious birth defect.
Uriah's health problems include a hole in his heart, a malformed esophagus, severe kidney disease and the absence of a rectum, an often fatal grouping of defects.
After nearly 4 months, and 6 surgeries, Uriah is thriving.
Uriah celebrates his 4-month birthday July 4th and his parents are planning a little party at the hospital.
A Gofundme campaign has been set up to help with medical expenses.