CNBC’s Becky Quick Shares Heartfelt Journey with Daughter’s Rare Genetic Disorder

CNBC’s Becky Quick Shares Heartfelt Journey with Daughter’s Rare Genetic Disorder

By Beatriz Colon

Becky Quick and her family have been navigating the challenges of her daughter’s health for nearly a decade. When Kaylie, now nine years old, was just eight months old, Becky noticed she wasn’t meeting her developmental milestones. After several visits to the pediatrician, Kaylie was diagnosed with SYNGAP1, a rare genetic disorder. Becky, the renowned CNBC anchor, is now sharing her family’s journey for the first time.

A Mother’s Intuition

In an exclusive interview with People, Becky, 53, recalled how she knew something was amiss with Kaylie’s development. “You just kind of know as a mom that there’s something going on,” she said.

The Road to Diagnosis

Becky and her family began working with therapists to help Kaylie with her motor skills. However, they noticed other issues and eventually, an EEG study revealed that Kaylie was experiencing subclinical seizures. This led to the diagnosis of SYNGAP1, a genetic disorder that affects neuron communication due to insufficient SYNGAP1 protein production.

Facing the Diagnosis

The diagnosis was terrifying for Becky. “It was scary. I think it’s kind of universal from other parents I’ve talked to… You end up kind of blaming yourself,” she shared. Despite the challenges, Becky remained hopeful and determined to help her daughter overcome the obstacles.

Finding Support and Speaking Out

Family has been Becky and her husband Matt Quayle’s biggest support. However, Becky found it difficult to share her family’s struggles publicly due to her role on TV. Now, she is speaking out to help others facing similar challenges. “I started to realize that so many of us… are kind of walking that same path in a very lonely way,” she said. By sharing her story, Becky hopes to connect families and share best practices for dealing with rare genetic disorders.