For most families, Christmas is a time of twinkling lights, warm hugs, and laughter echoing through the home. For the Cummins family of Pelham, Alabama, this Christmas will be unlike any other. Their little boy,
Landry Cummins, just three months old, will spend the holiday in a hospital room in Philadelphia, preparing for a life-changing surgery. On Christmas Eve, Landry will undergo the removal of his pancreas, and though he will be recovering instead of playing with toys or seeing Santa, his family is already finding hope, love, and the promise of a brighter future.
Landry’s story begins with a sign that he was anything but ordinary. Born on August 23rd, 2025, at 37 weeks, he entered the world weighing an impressive 13 pounds, 9 ounces — a remarkable size for a full-term newborn. His joyful arrival, however, came with a serious medical concern:
Congenital Hyperinsulinism, caused by a GCK mutation. This condition leads Landry’s pancreas to overproduce insulin, resulting in dangerously low blood sugar levels. At one point, his glucose dropped to just 8 — levels so low that his organs were at risk. Every moment of his early life has been a delicate balancing act, a fight for normalcy in the face of a rare and serious condition.
Even in the midst of uncertainty, Landry has already shown resilience. At just three months old, he weighs 24.6 pounds, comparable to an 18-month-old child. His remarkable size is both a testament to his unique biology and a reminder of the strength that runs through this little boy’s veins. But his condition also means that surgery is inevitable. The removal of his pancreas — a daunting prospect for any parent — is a step toward a life where Landry’s blood sugar can be safely regulated and his health protected.
There is reason for hope in Landry’s journey. His father, Cody Cummins, knows this road well. Cody was diagnosed with the same condition years ago and underwent a similar surgery. Today, at age 24, he is thriving, living a full and active life. Cody’s experience provides not only medical insight but also a profound source of courage for his family. If he could navigate the challenges of congenital hyperinsulinism and emerge healthy, there is every reason to believe Landry can do the same.
Landry’s mother, Macie, shares both the fear and the hope that fill these weeks leading up to surgery. “It’s scary, of course,” she admits, “but knowing what Cody has gone through gives us confidence. We know Landry is strong, and we know he has an incredible support system behind him.” Her voice carries the weight of love, determination, and faith in the resilience of her tiny son.
Adding to the warmth of the holiday season is Landry’s older sister, Finley, whose love for her baby brother already shines through. Even in a hospital setting, the Cummins family is creating moments of togetherness — sharing stories, singing songs, and reminding themselves that Christmas is more than a day on the calendar; it’s a celebration of life, hope, and the bonds that hold a family together.
As the Cummins family prepares for Christmas in a hospital room, the message they carry is clear: while the day may not look traditional, the spirit of the season — love, hope, and gratitude — is alive and strong. They are ready to face the challenges ahead with courage and faith, knowing that brighter days are on the horizon. Through the uncertainty and the waiting, they hold onto the belief that life, even in its most challenging moments, can be wonderful.
This holiday, the lights in Philadelphia will shine on Landry’s hospital room, but the true brilliance comes from the hearts of those who love him. Every hug, every whispered word of encouragement, every beat of his tiny heart is a reminder that even amidst fear and medical battles, life is precious, life is strong, and love is transformative.
Landry Cummins’ Christmas may be unusual, but it is filled with hope. It is a Christmas of courage, of family, and of faith in a future where he will thrive. The Cummins family invites the world to celebrate with them in spirit — to offer prayers, love, and support as their little boy takes the first steps toward a healthy, vibrant life.
This is more than a story about surgery. It is a story of resilience. It is a story of unwavering love. It is a story that reminds us all, even in the hospital’s quiet hallways,
It’s A Wonderful Life.
Give your best to Landry, his parents Cody and Macie, and his big sister Finley — a family whose strength, faith, and hope light up the darkest nights.
