When Ayla Summer Mucha was born in December 2021, her parents were initially surprised by her permanent smile, caused by a rare condition called bilateral macrostomia.
This condition, a type of facial cleft, left Ayla with an unusually large mouth.
Despite their initial concern, Ayla’s parents, Cristina Vercher and Blaize Mucha, quickly fell in love with their daughter, who soon became a social media sensation with her heartwarming grin.
The couple, from Adelaide, Australia, had no indication from ultrasounds that anything was wrong, making the diagnosis even more shocking.
Bilateral macrostomia is extremely rare, with only a few documented cases worldwide. The condition presented challenges for Ayla, particularly with feeding, which led her parents to consider surgery.
As they learned more about Ayla’s condition, Cristina and Blaize decided to share their journey on social media. Ayla’s unique smile quickly captivated millions, and the support they received was overwhelming.
One comment read, “She is so darn special. Be proud, mama.” Now two years old, Ayla has undergone surgery to address her condition, with minimal scarring visible, and continues to thrive as she bonds with her baby brother, Sonny.
