23 Weeks While some women experience premature birth unexpectedly, others are aware every step of the journey could result in an extremely early birth. Today's Micro Preemie was born after a 23 week fight, including his mother's struggles to get pregnant. Even though I thought I was prepared for my twins to come early, I was truly not ready for them to come as early as they … [Read more...]
NICU Milestones: Zoey and Emery’s Story
NICU Milestones When your baby is in the hospital, every step forward is something to be celebrated. No matter how small it might seem to an outside observer, preemie and NICU parents know how huge NICU milestones are. One less wire or tube, one less alarm, or one more feed can mean that much closer to going home. It's incredibly hard to see your baby suffering, so when … [Read more...]
Fertility on Micro Preemie Monday
Fertility Many people struggle through fertility issues, but it's not talked about enough. It is truly an emotional and physical battle that is often faced in silence. There can be so much heartbreak along the way, but it is a journey that most people wouldn't hesitate to do again for their sweet baby. Much like the NICU journey, there are so many unknown complications and … [Read more...]