(WKBN) - A Valley family has a stake in Hasbro Toys' Toddler of the Year contest, and they'd like your help.

Hunter Baran is the 19-month-old son of Cory Baran and Rebecca Metz. Hunter's family spans from Niles to Sharon.

"He is the Toddler of the Year. He is my boy, and I am his hype man. So, I'll stand by him 100%," Baran said. The Toddler of the Year contest is sponsored by Hasbro Toys and benefits Toys for Tots.

Hunter brings life wherever he is. He is also a miracle baby. Metz's pregnancy was high-risk. She celebrates life with Hunter. "I mean, if you're looking to have a good time, Hunter is the toddler to do it. I mean, he will dance for you. He'll clap. He just loves to have a good time," Metz said. "I've seen a lot of things in my nursing career, but just to see him grow. It's

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