Maverick, who is the youngest of Utah triplets, was born with a rare autoimmune disease that weakened his immune system, and he spent his first birthday in the hospital, fighting for his life.
<p>RIVERTON — It was his first birthday, and Maverick Carpenter spent it in the hospital fighting for his life.
</p><p>Mom Ashley Carpenter said hospital stays have been common and frequent in their son's short lifetime, but they weren't prepared for what challenges would be ahead.
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