Disabled Sisters Are Queens Of Beauty Pageant

The Whipple family, unable to have children naturally, adopted four children, including Ava from Bulgaria and Jessa with spina bifida. Initially hesitant, the family embraced pageants, which significantly boosted the girls' confidence and social skills. Jessa, once nonverbal, began speaking, while Ava overcame self-esteem issues. The pageants helped change public perceptions, showcasing the girls' abilities and achievements, and fostering a sense of pride and accomplishment within the family.

In what ways did pageantry help Ava with her self-esteem issues?

What changes did the parents observe in their daughters as a result of participating in pageants?

How did the Whipple family aim to change people's perceptions through their daughters' participation in pageants?