Our idea of a family is to be born into a relationship with parents who love and want us. However, sometimes life takes unexpected turns, just like it did for Alba.
Alba, a little baby girl, unfortunately faced rejection from her own mother and subsequently from 20 other families. It was a disheartening start for her. But there was hope on the horizon.
Luca Trapanese, a kind-hearted gay man living in Italy, faced numerous challenges while trying to adopt a child. But eventually, an exception was made for him, granting him the opportunity to adopt Alba, a girl with Down syndrome.
Despite the challenges they encountered along the way, Luca and Alba established a beautiful and loving relationship that they proudly shared with the world. In 2017, when Alba was just 13 days old, Luca officially became her father.
Before Luca, 20 families had turned down the chance to adopt Alba because of her medical condition. But for Luca, Alba brought a sense of fulfillment and happiness that he had longed for. Inspired by his work at facilities for people with special needs, Luca took his role as a father seriously.
Luca’s dedication to helping others comes from experiencing the loss of his best friend to cancer when they were both only 14 years old. Through his involvement with Catholic charities, Luca devotes himself to those in need.
Even though Luca didn’t live with anyone or have a girlfriend, he wholeheartedly embraced the opportunity to become Alba’s father. Alba, a determined and sometimes stubborn child, is also social and loves dancing and singing.
Holding Alba for the first time was a scary moment for Luca, as he had never held a newborn baby before. But in that instant, he knew they were meant to be together.
Luca shares their extraordinary journey through life on Instagram, where he has hundreds of thousands of followers. Despite facing the challenges of a pandemic, Luca and Alba have strengthened their bond and deeply treasure the time they spend together.
We wish Luca and Alba many years of happiness, love, and laughter as they navigate life’s adventures together.
