Eljo lives in the Netherlands. He was diagnosed with Primrose Syndrome last at age 2 after genetic testing.

Eljo is a happy, sweet little boy, full of cuddles and lots of giggles. While he is delayed across his developmental milestones, his family describes his progress as “slowly but surely,” and they celebrate each step forward.

Eljo wears eyeglasses, and at age 2 began wearing a hearing aid as well. It is another important support to help him connect with the world around him.

At home, Eljo loves watching his favorite shows like Cocomelon, Ms. Rachel, and Bluey, and he brings so much joy to everyone who knows him.

Sharing Eljo’s story helps raise awareness of what life with Primrose Syndrome can look like, and why families around the world are working together to build more understanding, support, and research.