This couple's journey highlights the need for a closer examination of the system and its impact on families.
Matt and Takki first met over a decade ago through an online service in New York City. They fell in love, got married, and eventually moved to Georgia with the hope of starting a family. They were blessed with two daughters, four-year-old Arya and nine-month-old Emma. Little did they know that their lives would be turned upside down in June when Takki took Emma to the pediatrician for a swollen leg.
What started as a routine visit quickly spiraled into a nightmare. The pediatrician discovered that Emma had fractured ribs and immediately suspected child abuse. Takki was arrested on charges of child cruelty and aggravated battery, leaving Matt and their two daughters in a state of shock and confusion.
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Authorities swiftly intervened, taking Emma and Arya and placing them with Takki's sister and brother-in-law. Takki, under the impression that she was only consenting to her sister caring for Emma after her discharge from the hospital, signed a document relinquishing custody to the state. Little did she know that this would be the beginning of a long and painful separation from her children.
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The Hernandez family's ordeal took a turn for the worse when the police showed up at their home to arrest Takki. She had a brief conversation with Arya before heading to jail, not knowing that it would be the last time she would speak to her daughter for months. As a condition of her bond agreement, Takki is prohibited from seeing or communicating with any of her family members, including her husband and children.
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At Takki's first hearing, two medical professionals testified that Emma's injuries could be attributed to underlying medical conditions, such as a metabolic bone condition or neonatal rickets. These conditions could cause easily broken bones, and the experts argued that the hospital's doctors had not conducted enough testing to rule out these possibilities. However, the judge dismissed their reports, citing their lack of specialization in pediatrics.
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The pathologist's report highlighted Emma's severe deficiency in vitamin D, which is crucial for healthy bone development. The report concluded that Emma's injuries were not the result of child abuse but rather a consequence of her vitamin deficiency. Similarly, the radiologist's report emphasized Emma's lack of vitamin D at birth and the demineralization of her bones, which is a characteristic of neonatal rickets.
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Despite the recommendations of several entities involved in the case, including CASA, Goshen Therapeutics, THRIVe, and the state's children's attorneys, the Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is persistently pursuing non-reunification and aims to keep the children in foster care permanently. This decision has taken a toll on the Hernandez family, especially the children.
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Matt has witnessed a significant change in Arya, who was once a vibrant and happy child. She has lost interest in activities she once loved, such as dancing and swimming. Matt shared recordings of Arya expressing her desire to swim and dance again, but only when she is reunited with her family. The separation has left Arya feeling unwanted and has taken a toll on her emotional well-being.
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Arya's physical health has also been affected, as she now suffers from rashes on her face, eyes, and dry skin. Matt expressed his concern about Arya's sleep patterns, noting that she now sleeps with all the lights on, a behavior that was never an issue when she was with her parents or her aunt and uncle. The trauma of the separation is evident in Arya's exhaustion and the emotional toll it takes on her during each visit with her father.
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Even nine-month-old Emma, who is unable to communicate her feelings, is suffering. She initially struggled to consume food as she was accustomed to being breastfed. The hospital put her on a feeding tube, despite Takki having pumped and frozen breast milk for her. The hospital's decision to withhold the breast milk from Emma was met with conflicting explanations, leaving Takki confused and frustrated. Additionally, Emma received four vaccinations without her parents' consent.
Matt's frustration with the state of Georgia's treatment of his family is palpable. He feels that the presumption of innocence until proven guilty does not exist in the state, as they have been treated as guilty from the start. The financial burden of fighting for their innocence has taken a toll on the family, both emotionally and financially.
The Hernandez family is currently navigating the difficult process of reuniting with their children. However, the looming possibility of Matt facing an indictment threatens to further prolong the separation. If indicted, Emma and Arya may be denied any interaction with their parents indefinitely.
The Hernandez family's story sheds light on the flaws within the child welfare system and the devastating consequences it can have on innocent families. It is a reminder of the need for a more thorough and fair investigation process, one that takes into account all possible explanations for a child's injuries. The emotional and physical well-being of children should always be the top priority, and reuniting families should be the ultimate goal.
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