04/22/2026
Baby Lincoln Grant Phillips entered the world on April 18th at North Alabama Medical Center. Soon after his birth, his family was met with unexpected and heartbreaking news—Lincoln has been diagnosed with Ebstein’s anomaly, a rare congenital heart condition that affects the tricuspid valve and how blood flows through his heart.
Lincoln is currently at Children’s Hospital in Birmingham, where he is receiving specialized care, testing, and close monitoring as his medical team determines the best path forward. His parents, Dustin and Hannah Catherine, remain faithfully by his side. Hannah Catherine is a cardiac nurse by trade, making this journey even more personal as she understands the complexities of heart conditions, yet now walks this road as a mother. While they are deeply grateful for the care Lincoln is receiving, they are also facing the emotional and financial strain that comes with such an unexpected situation.
Dustin is a local small business owner, known in the community for his dedication and hard work with the special needs community, and Lincoln’s grandfather, Howard, is a longtime small business owner as well. Their family has long been rooted in serving and supporting their community, and now they find themselves leaning on that same community during this incredibly difficult time.
As Lincoln continues to fight, any donations will help with travel expenses, meals, and temporary lodging so Dustin and Hannah Catherine can remain close to him and focus fully on their baby boy. Even the smallest gesture can make a meaningful difference right now.
Most importantly, the Phillips family is holding tightly to their faith in the Lord. They are trusting Him through the uncertainty and finding strength in the love and encouragement surrounding them. Prayers from the community are especially important during this time, and they are deeply appreciated. Please continue to lift up baby Lincoln, Dustin, and Hannah Catherine as they walk this journey with hope and faith. Let’s not forget big sister Rylee-Mae as we know she has been missing her mom and dad. The GoFundMe link will be shared in comments below.
-please feel free to share. Dustin is a cousin to Green Oaks Administrator Crystal. Let’s keep this family and Baby Lincoln lifted up in prayer