ARVADA, Colo. (KDVR) — At just three years old, little Otto is on the move — curious, adventurous, and ready to explore the world, starting right in his own backyard.

“He loves being outside. He wants to explore,” said Otto’s mom, Sarah Bahlenhorst. “He just started walking a couple months ago, and we needed him to have a safe environment to do that.”

For any child, a safe play area is important. But for Otto, it’s essential, which is why Sarah became more and more concerned about the family's deteriorating back deck.

Otto was born with a rare genetic condition called STXBP1. At three years old, he is nonverbal, experiences epileptic episodes, and faces challenges with movement. Yet that hasn’t slowed down his determination to learn and explore.

“He’s moving a lot, and he doesn’t reall

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