Kate and Ben are twins with a close bond and very different personalities. They shared a tough journey from the start when they were born premature at 23 weeks, weighing just over 1 pound each. After nearly six months in the neonatal intensive care unit, they began to receive ongoing care and therapy from specialists at Gillette Children’s. Kate and Ben were both diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP), a condition affecting the parts of the brain that control muscle tone, movement, balance and coordination. Kate has physical signs of CP that are more visible, while Ben is working to build muscle tone and overcome speech and processing delays. They are both thriving with the help of their care team at Gillette Children’s and their supportive family. Ben is the family jokester who loves to show off on the playground. Kate is a sweet, determined girl who loves unicorns and works hard in therapy. They are now 8 years old and living life to the fullest