Strong, yet Fragile Preemies are amazing. They are so tiny, yet so mighty. So tough, vulnerable.They are so strong, yet so fragile at the same time. Premature babies must fight to do things that full-term babies do automatically. Their systems aren't fully developed yet, including their immune system. So, even though they beat the odds that are stacked against them, they … [Read more...]
Smallest preemies/Biggest fighters, Amari’s Story
One of the Smallest Preemies Take your soda can or water bottle and pick it up. Now, hold it in your arms like a baby. Can you imagine a baby weighing less than that? Today's mother, Rodericka, didn't have to imagine it. She gave birth to one of the smallest preemies we've featured on Micro Preemie Mondays. As we all know, the smallest preemies are often the strongest … [Read more...]