You are not alone

Newly Diagnosed

Welcome. Take a breath. We will walk with you.

Newly Diagnosed

We know a KCNQ2 diagnosis can be overwhelming.

You may be confused, scared, frustrated, or uncertain—and your emotions may change from day to day, sometimes even hour to hour.

As parents of children with KCNQ2, we know what that feels like. But we're here to tell you there is hope.

A KCNQ2 parent smiling with their child
“I could never have known on that diagnosis day that what seemed like a lonely time would become a wonderful world of people who love our child just as much as we do.”
— Marilyn Maloney, KCNQ2 parent
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Navigating KCNQ2: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Start here. Our guide covers what to expect, who to involve in your child's care, and where to find support—ready to print, save, and share with your care team.

Download the guide (PDF)

You are not alone.

You are now part of KCNQ2 Cure: a network of families, researchers, clinicians, and other professionals who are determined to make a difference.

A community that gets it

Our families and experts are here to help you navigate your journey—locally and around the world.

A rare, newer diagnosis

KCNQ2 was first identified in 2012. Your doctor may not be familiar with it, so you may need to take the lead in learning more.

Care for the whole child

Seizure treatment, plus geneticists, neurologists, GI, vision and hearing checks, and early physical, cognitive and speech therapy.

Scotty Sims

Set up a new parent call

Talk with Scotty, a KCNQ2 mom

Co-Founder & Executive Director · Mom to Harper · Denver, CO

Book a free virtual meeting to ask questions and get pointed to the right resources.

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