Asked what advice she would

give to other parents, she says, "Know that no

family is immune from birth defects, make sure to get the

prenatal care needed, and do not take any child for

granted."

As a supporter of March of

Dimes annual WalkAmerica fund-raiser, Watkins has

collected donations, walked, served as a team captain,

and encouraged others to be involved. She sees herself as

getting even more involved in the future.

What keeps her motivated to

work so hard? "When I look at Hunter and my youngest

son, who was born healthy, I realize that children are a

true gift and if we can help save one then we have made a

difference."

Watkins asks you to get

involved in WalkAmerica.

For information, phone

Kellyann Dunning, assistant WalkAmerica director,

404-350-9800.