A Transition As any new mom knows, even after a full-term birth, making the transition and bringing your new baby home is scary. You feel alone, and a little unsure what to do. Now, imagine that you've been in the intensive care unit of the hospital with your baby for the last couple months. Making that transition from the NICU can be even scarier. How do you know your baby … [Read more...]
Twice a Preemie Parent
Twice Going through a premature birth twice is something I can only imagine. My first pregnancy was full-term, and it was my second that resulted in my premature birth story. Today's Mom, Rachel, experienced a premature birth twice. While today's post focuses mainly on her first daughter, I am still in awe of her strength and courage to go through the journey twice. Of … [Read more...]
A Mother Always
A Mother Becoming a mother is something a lot of women dream about. We dream about holding our baby, comforting them, and taking care of their every need. When your baby is born premature, your dreams may look and feel a lot different from what you expected. It's hard to feel like you are a mother when someone else is caring for your baby, even if it is a nurse or doctor … [Read more...]