MEET Wildine Aumoithe – the sassy 16-year-old who stands just 2ft 5” tall.
Wildine was born with Saddan Dysplasia, a severe and rare form of Achondroplasia dwarfism.
Residing in Miami, Florida, Wildine admits she constantly has people staring at her and asking, ‘Why are you so short?’.
But despite the inevitable hardship that comes with being just 2ft 5”, Wildine is at the top of her class in high school and is keen to share her positive message that you can achieve anything you set your mind to.
Wildine told Barcroft TV: “I don’t know anyone else that has my condition – or anyone who is as small as 2ft.” Wildine admits that her biggest struggle has been not being able to reach simple things in day to day life – on top of all of the doctor visits she’s had to attend.
And her condition has slowly worsened over the last few years.
She said: “I used to be able to walk, but since I’m getting older, my bones are weakening.
They’re now like wobbly.
So I have to use a motorized wheelchair to get around.” Wildine hasn’t experienced bullying in school due to her height and has very much enjoyed her years studying – something she is thankful for.
And in addition to her friends at school, Wildine’s family has supported her journey every step of the way.
Wildine is now keen to spread her positive outlook on life and raise awareness for others living with forms of dwarfism.
She said: “What does the future hold?
Well I can’t wait to focus some more on school.
“I feel as though if I put my mind to anything, I’m able to do it.”