Different Emotions From fear to anger, it is completely normal to experience a wide range of different emotions when your baby is fighting for their life in the NICU. Strange as it may sound, the first emotion I experienced after my babies were born was relief. I was so happy that they were both born alive, and I didn't need to make any more decisions about when/if to … [Read more...]
Pprom at 19 weeks; Saniyah Faith’s story
Pprom When you are pregnant for the first time, you really don't know what to expect. Your body changes in ways you've never imagined, and everything feels different. Sometimes, it's hard to tell if those changes are normal, or if there is cause for concern. A complication that is a major concern is PPROM. In this condition, the sac (amniotic membrane) surrounding your … [Read more...]
A surprise pregnancy, Carter’s Story
A Surprise pregnancy Pregnancy can happen in so many different ways. Some people plan, while others are unexpected. Some women know they are pregnant even before they take a test, while others don't experience any symptoms. Can you imagine going to the doctor for an illness, and instead having a surprise pregnancy? Today's micro preemie was a surprise pregnancy to her … [Read more...]
Gracelynn’s Story
Each Story Every story is unique when it comes to premature birth. There are different circumstances, different reasons, and different outcomes. However, with each story I feature on the blog, I always find things that I can relate to, and things that were similar in my story. Please read more about Gracelynn, as told by her mom, Rebecca. Gracelynn 1.Tell us about your … [Read more...]
Micro Preemie Mondays and Henry
Please help we welcome Amber, as she tells her story about her beautiful son Henry. As I told you about in my previous post on FRIDAY, Amber also had a young child at home during the pregnancy and birth of Henry. Henry was also born at the same gestation as the twins. In each of these stories, I find so many similarities, yet so many differences. Thank you to Amber for sharing … [Read more...]
