Pregnancy Problems When you experience pregnancy problems, all you want to know is the reason why. Why is this happening to me? What can I do to prevent it? What if it happens again? The questions are endless, and so is the heartbreak. Unexplained loss and premature birth are both the realities of pregnancy problems. Today's family experienced far too many losses and … [Read more...]
True Hero: Taylor, Megan, and Stephanie’s Story
True Hero Every Monday, I share with you amazing, miraculous fighters. Micro preemies are the smallest, and often sickest, babies, but they prove again and again how strong they are. However, there is usually at least one other true hero in each story. The siblings of the tiny little miracles are also miraculous themselves. I often think back to our time in the NICU, and … [Read more...]
NICU Life: The Unexpected Emotions
NICU Life NICU life is hard. Even if you have no idea what to expect, fear and sadness are not surprising feelings to have. Your sweet baby is fighting for their life, so it seems completely normal to be scared and upset. But sometimes, the other emotions that NICU life brings can be unexpected. I remember walking into that hallway, after being buzzed in, scrubbing my hands … [Read more...]
For The Mother’s Health: Karson’s Story
The Mother's Health There are so many reasons for a premature birth. A baby may be born early because of a problem in the womb, a condition in the placenta, or the health of the baby is in jeopardy. One other serious reason a baby may be born early is the mother's health is in danger. Preeclampsia and HELLP Syndrome are two conditions that can be very serious and … [Read more...]
Homecoming Day: Auna’s Story
Homecoming Day Homecoming Day is one you will never forget when you've spent time in the NICU. Whether it's a week or a year, that day that your baby is finally released will be marked in your memory forever. Filled with happiness, tears, and even some anxiety, it almost doesn't seem real. I have two days that will stay with me always. Homecoming Day for Big C came … [Read more...]