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Mom's Nightmare: Daughter's 18-Day Hospital Battle
12 Apr
Summary
- Taylor Selfridge's daughter Maya spent 18 days in the hospital.
- Maya was airlifted from Amarillo to Fort Worth for critical care.
- The hospital stay began with a presumed stomach bug.
Taylor Selfridge recently shared the harrowing experience of her three-year-old daughter Maya's 18-day hospital stay. What began as a suspected stomach bug spiraled into a critical situation, necessitating Maya's airlift from Amarillo to Fort Worth, Texas. Maya, who has a history of serious health challenges including tricuspid atresia since birth, fought through numerous setbacks during her time at Cook Children's Medical Center.
During the intensive hospital period, Maya underwent various tests and treatments. She even celebrated Easter within her hospital room, showcasing her remarkable resilience. Selfridge documented some of these moments, sharing photos of Maya playing games and enjoying a milkshake. The former "Teen Mom" star expressed profound relief and gratitude upon returning home to California, calling her daughter "the strongest little human ever."
This recent ordeal is one of several significant health battles Maya has faced. She was born in June 2022 with tricuspid atresia, a rare heart defect requiring ongoing medical attention. Previously, in October 2025, she underwent a 13-day hospitalization for a Fontan procedure, her final open-heart surgery. Selfridge, who is also mother to Mila Mae with Cory Wharton, continues to navigate the complexities of raising a child with significant medical needs.
