WALL OF HOPE
Messages of Hope, Love and Encouragement
Add your message and let the world know who you are Challenging yourself for
Arlo
Arlo was born at 33 weeks and now is 2.5 years old. He's thriving and meeting milestones.
I couldn't thank the SCN team at Frankston Hospital enough. They have endless love for the babies they look after and treat them with such kindness.
Being born at 26 weeks, my journey started in the NICU. Today, I am 14 years old, and I am a proud micro-preemie survivor.
The NICU journey is one of the hardest things a family can ever face. It is filled with fear, loneliness, and uncertainty. But it is also a place where you witness absolute miracles, immense strength, and a love like no other.
I want to use my story to give hope to the parents currently sitting by those incubators. I want to salute the incredible NICU doctors and nurses who save lives every single day. Most of all, I want to give back to the community that supported my family when we needed it most.
It is officially payback time. Let's do this all together.
Our twins Finnley and Everlee, born 35+5 spent 16 days in the special care nursery. After having my first at full term with no complications this felt like the other side of the coin. The Redlands Hospital took great care of my babies and I.
At 27 weeks my waters broke, I was transferred to a hospital where I stayed to ensure my boy wasn't going to come early. I had monitoring up until 34 weeks when my infection markers were high so they decided to deliver my boy. He was an IUGR baby so he was already small. Born via C section, at just 1.9kg he spent 15 days in the NICU and is now thriving!
Carter was 34 + 2 , initially stopped growing at 28weeks. Your baby's journey may look different from what you imagined, but every tiny step forward is a victory, even if it feels like 1 step forward 2 steps back . You are stronger than you know, and you are never alone in this journey.
Tiffany was born at 34 weeks. 4lb 12oz. 21 days in NICU, she is now 20 years old and is studying to be a primary school teacher. I'm so proud of the woman she has become. Thank you to St John of God hospital in Geelong all those years ago.
My son Ray was born prematurely at 29 weeks gestation and weighing just 980grams. this year Ray is turning two thanks to the amazing mater mothers hospital and fundraisers like this one so this year me and my Premmie miracle will be walking 71km for the 71 babies born just like Ray everyday
Doing this for our daughter Matilda who was born at 30wks. Strongest little human I know. Has no fear, does everything her way, full of energy & confidence to take on the world. Thanks to everyone for donating & especially the special care doctors & nurses who care & love these wonderful little fighters.
While in the midst of NICU life it felt like it would never end, and every day I had to leave him at the hospital my heart broke a bit more, but now he is home and nearly 3, and as hard as his time in NICU was, it got him home to us, so I will always be thankful for it. I wouldn't wish it on anyone, but for those who have to endure it, I hope your time goes quickly, and you get the happiest of 'going home' days.
I'm doing the challenge to try raise some money for a great cause. As both our boys were premature, Jax being born at 30 weeks and Taj being born at 35 weeks.
And spent weeks in the nicu, all the staff doing an amazing job. We were and are so grateful for everyone in there.
This cause is close to my heart. My brother born 7 weeks prem in 1992, my brother in law who did not survive after a few days due to prem, my twin nieces born early and to my beautiful nephew born 13 weeks early. He is now 10 months and only 9 pounds. I am walking because I know there are so many more going through this. I hope the money raised helps many xxx
May not be able to see, touch or hold you, but you made a big impact on all without saying a word, you taught me what love was all over again, for that I thank you my baby girl. Rest in peace.
This never goodbye, this is see you soon.
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My son Percy needed to spend some time in the NICU as he just needed so time to put on weight and grow. Although our stay was short spanning over a few weeks, I really felt the impact for the babies and the families involved. Our little man is now happy, healthy and growing up brilliantly!
Lylah
Our baby girl grew her wings too soon. Lylah filled a part of our hearts that we didn't know we needed.
Mummy and Daddy miss you, Mummy and Daddy love you.
Our sunshine, forever shining bright. Held for a moment, loved for a lifetime.
If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever.
Colton and Astara
5 out of my 5 babies were premature so this is a cause close to home. The care each received in the Mater was second to none. I will never forget the nurses and doctors, people who supported us through.
Zoe
Zoe born 35 weeks, 1.708 grams, Tube fed and photo therapy . Preeclampsia. Our miracle our world.
Freya
Freya was born a 29week micro-premmie, weighing in at just 632g. Every day we cheered when she fought hard to gain just a few grams. We celebrated 1kg, and several months later we got to put clothes on her for the first time, 0000000 clothing (7zero) and it still was big. These milestones felt like they took forever. I would never wish this journey on anyone. We had pre-eclampsia and severe growth restriction during a really rough pregnancy. We spent 112days in hospital across NICU & special care - some of the most traumatizing times of my life, which is very hard to process because it's supposed to be the most joyous part of parenthood. My daughter and I wouldn't be here today if it weren't for the lifesaving equipment and incredible team in the Neonatal Foetal Medicine Dept, NICU and all our specialist doctors and surgeons. Freya will be 3 this Christmas and despite still being teeny tiny (just hit 10kgs), she packs a punch both in strength and character!
Please donate if you can, you really will make a huge difference to everyone who goes through this.
Logan
Embrace every waking moment with your precious lil gems I was lucky to have13 days with my Logan but his passing was as sudden and as quick as time ticks. Remember there's no such thing as too many photos, cuddles, kisses and storytimes. Every moment is a precious moment when time can be so fragile.
Hayley and Zoey
My beautiful girls born at 35 weeks. Hayley stayed one night in NICU amd Zoey was there for 8 days. Hardest days I’ve endured but the nurses at King Edward Memorial Hospital are angels and looked after my baby girls and they are now 4 months old ❤️ the love and care they showed me and my girls - it’ll never be forgotten ❤️
Hunter
Hunter was born at 31+2 weeks. Our little rainbow baby. We were so overjoyed, but the strength that you need when your little one is in NICU is amazing. They're such strong little warriors.
Luca, Eamon and Arietta
We had all 3 of our children born prematurely- 33 weeks, 34 weeks and 36 weeks. They are now all healthy and thriving. Even to this day I still remember every beep and smell. We had the saying tiny but mighty. Here's a photo collage of our 3. From when they were in hospital to now.
Amaya
Amaya was born at 36 weeks after finding at 34 weeks she was experiencing growth restriction. She spent 3 weeks in SCN due to hypoglycaemia. Despite those weeks being the hardest ones of our lives, the staff at the RBWH were fantastic! And our little baby girl was a warrior a miracle! Now she's 5 months old growing up healthy and happy!
Charlotte
My youngest Charlotte was born at 23 weeks and 1 day, she's had a rough road at 24 weeks she had NEC where they had to remove 62cm of her 100cm of small intestines where we were told she might not make it, she pulled through and has had 2 more surgeries since. She's has a cows protein allergy that she was very lucky to live through. We've now been told she has a 7mm hole in her heart but depsite everything she's been through she's a happy and beautiful 7 month old and while she still has a long road in front of her I couldn't be more proud of her. Our precious little bee.
Chloe
Everyday spent in the NICU and SCU was so hard, when you're able to go home but your baby isn't.
Thank you to the staff in the NICU and SCU for everything you did for our little man Xavier.
Kaitlyn
Little Miss Haisley thought it was time for her to enter the world early breaking my waters at 27 weeks and 1 day, after 2 days doctors said it was time to get her out! Born 3 months early weighing just over 1kg she gave us a fright but she has done amazing since that second she was born. I could not be more thankful to the amazing nicu stuff for monitoring and keeping us updated every step of the way!!
Kate
Premmie babies sure are fighters! So we must fight for them. Doing the 100km marathon for son born at 32 wks, weighing 1.4kg. Being in NICU/SCN for over a month showed me another world and has inspired me to help out future premmie babies.
Katherine
My first baby stopped growing in utero and Dubbo Hospital saved his life. He was born 1.6kgs, 3.3pound at 34 weeks and we spent 3 long weeks in the Special Care Nursery before we could finally go home. I am walking for my darling boy who is now a fit and thriving 6 year old.
Stephanie
I'll be walking the 100km this November in the Premmie Marathon Challenge because of my son Jake and my friend's son Jia. Remember that every little bit counts and if we can do what we can to make sure that other families get the opportunity to access the same life-saving services, resources and care then hopefully they can bring their little miracles home.
Danielle
Thinking of the premmie babies and their families. You’re not alone, we’ve been there, and we understand. It’s a tough road, but our premmie babies are tough by nature.
Colleen
Thank you so much for the care and love from the fantastic nurses in NICU in Randwick Sydney! Our boy is big and strong and absolutely thriving now!
Samantha
I’m so grateful for all the help I received.
Danielle
Our little Evanlyn was born at 25+4 weeks weighing just 600g. It was the scariest time of our whole lives. She fought harder than we knew was possible for such a dinky dot and the road was long and bumpy. But we stayed by her side as much as we could, she heard our voices, she heard our laughter and she heard me sing. And finally, after 125 days in NICU, she finally came. She is now a beautiful, full of life, very cheeky happy little girl. This start is never an easy one, and you certainly wouldnt choose it. But when they finally come home with you, you know you would do it all over again for them. We send all our love to all the premmie families out there. Your baby is strong, and so are you. Have faith and they will do the rest. We are forever grateful to Flinders NICU for getting our little miracle where she is today.
Hayley
Walking for my boy Maverick James.
Fiona
Your baby may be small now, but each day they’ll grow and gain the grams they need to get stronger.
Nicole
I hope I can help at least one tiny little miracle survive.
Kayla
There will be days when you think nothing will get better but I promise you as time goes on the days do get little better.
Chelsea
You and your little one are stronger than you know.
Casey
My son was born via emergency C-section after he stopped breathing and had to be resuscitated. He spent time in the special care unit, not crying or eating for the first 24 hours, and the team feared he might be brain dead. Thankfully, they saved his life, and today, he’s a happy, healthy 7-year-old boy.
Jessica
For my biggest baby, my miracle. Born weighing less than a kilogram, and now thriving in Kindy, getting ready for full-time school next year!
Erica
As hard as those NICU days are, remember they are in the right place, and they will keep growing and growing until they’re ready to come home. Hang in there, it will be worth the wait!
Jordy
The strongest people are often given the most challenging tasks in life, and you are incredible. Premmies may be tiny, but oh boy, are they mighty! There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel.
Samantha
You are stronger than you’ll ever know. Cherish every moment. x
Luisa
Being a NICU parent is one of the hardest experiences you’ll ever face. The loneliness, uncertainty, and fear can feel overwhelming. But when you finally get to take your sweet baby home, the pride in both your strength and your baby’s will stay with you for a lifetime. It’s a love like no other.
Michael
Where there is great love, there are always miracles.
Melissa
You are not alone. The NICU experience changes you, and your feelings are completely valid. Not everyone will understand what you’re going through, but trust yourself and do what feels right. Be your baby’s biggest supporter, they don’t have a voice, so you have to be theirs.
Elliana was born at just 22 weeks and 5 days, weighing only 410 grams.After eight miscarriages and losing her twin sister at 16 weeks, we were told we were unlikely to bring a baby home.Elliana spent 164 days in NICU, endured emergency surgery, infections, and countless challenges. Today, at one year corrected, she's a happy, determined little girl who loves to smile, laugh, and explore the world around her. We're supporting the Premie Marathon Challenge to help fund research that gives more premature babies the same chance Elliana had.Every donation helps create more stories like hers. ❤️ Small babies. Big battles. Even bigger possibilities.
Hii!! My name is Alexandria and I was born on the 13th of August 2008, born extremely premature at 23 weeks at the Royal Women's Hospital in Parkville. I was born with a hole in my heart and had difficultly breathing, I was in the NICU for 6 months. I thank the nurses and doctors who helped me when i was born :) Thank you Thank you Thank you!! My parents placed colourful sticky notes around the hospital room claiming these strong bible verses over my life as well as faithfully praying over me! I Praise the Lord He made my hole in my heart closed and put breath in my lungs and I now live a courageous and beautiful life! I am forever grateful and blessed to be alive!
On 11 March 2019, our son Kaiden was born at just 27+6 weeks, weighing only 880g.After the heartbreak of stillbirth, facing another uncertain journey was terrifying. NICU became our second home as we watched our tiny fighter battle through every challenge.Today, Kaiden is our proudest achievement and a reminder of the strength, resilience, and love that carried us through.To every NICU family: you're stronger than you know, and you're not alone. 💙#NICUBaby #PrematureBirthAwareness #LittleFighter #KaidensStory
At 28.04.2019 @1.20am Our precious perfect baby boy came into the world weighing 830grams born at The Canberra Hospital @ 24+4 weeks, @3.20am on the 28.04.2019 he had gained his Angel wings. 7 years have past and the pain of losing Zachary is still the same, not a day goes by I don't think of my boy. There is no greater love than the love of a mother/father and child. But to lose a child there is no greater pain and this is why I am doing this for my baby boy Zachary and every other baby that needs vital equipment to have a chance of a wonderful happy healthy long life. I will always and forever be grateful and thankful to the wonderful nurses / doctors and specialists at the Canberra hospital as I was flown from Sydney to Canberra due to there being no NICU beds available, all they did for my husband, my sister, my parents and also for me but above all for my baby boy. I will always and forever love you my boy but I know one day we will be together.
At 28 weeks pregnant, we were rushed to Sydney Royal Women’s Hospital. I was terrified, helpless and heartbroken that my baby might arrive far too soon. At 29 weeks, our beautiful boy entered the world — tiny, fragile and already the strongest little fighter I’d ever known. 🤍 Those days were filled with fear, tears, uncertainty and hope. Looking back now, I wish I could hug the mum I was then and tell her, “You’re going to get through this.” To every mum sitting beside a tiny baby in NICU tonight — you are not alone. It’s okay to be scared. It’s okay to cry. Take it one day, one hour, one tiny milestone at a time. 🤍 Your little fighter knows how loved they are. 🥺🩵
Our world changed when our twin boys, decided they were ready to make their entrance 9 weeks early. Born at 31 weeks, weighing 1.3kg and 1.5kg, our tiny boys spent their first weeks in NICU. What should have been the beginning of our life together as a family was instead filled with hospital stays, monitors, appointments and plenty of uncertainty. As hard as this journey has been, I'm so grateful for all the staff at Sydney RWH and Wollongong Hospital who cared for our boys during their time in NICU. We will forever be grateful for the incredible care, support and technology that helped our tiny boys survive, grow stronger and eventually come home to us.
From Elijah and I, The NICU was one of the hardest chapters of our lives. It was filled with fear, tears, uncertainty, and celebrating the tiniest victories. Watching our little boy fight every day showed us a strength we never knew existed. We will forever be grateful to the nurses and doctors who cared for him, and to every NICU family still on this journey, keep going. Every small step forward is a victory.
This is a journey of great strength and determination. One we never anticipated but our sweet boy, Mason, showed us so much of that from day one. We are so thankful our little fighter smashed his 11 weeks in NICU and Special Care and is growing stronger by the day! Sending all our love to all premmie families; those that have share their days with their babies and those who hold the dearest memories of them. The love is endless.
It seems like a dream now, but we were lucky to hit 26 weeks, so despite breathing concerns from underdeveloped lungs it was fairly smooth sailing along the NICU journey. We are forever grateful for the teams who cared for our son and hope every family can have access to the care our son received.
Our lil miracle Ariella born at 32 weeks, weighing just 1.6 kg. She was small but was a fighter from day one. Now 8 yrs old & just the happiest soul. Am forever grateful to all the doctors, midwives & nurses who supported us during those 6 weeks in ICU. Am doing this for all the lil fighters.
My twin boys Lachlan - 680gram and Thomas -950grams. One at 27 weeks on 14.02.2012. Twin to twin transfusion syndrome. Sadly we lost Thomas to this horrible disease. Our Lachlan is now almost 13 and thriving. And taller than his mum.
The road is long and draining. The anxiety and fear and tears are real. Thankful for all the support of the awesome team in NICU KEMH who took such good care of our grandson! Born 27 weeks 820 grams. Also the support they give to the parents.
For my baby brother always Liam John Martin. ICU in John hunter hospital. Complications meant he didn't make it. I'm raising funds and tracking kilometres for him especially and other children/families gone or going through the struggles/challenges that come with premature births.
My two beautiful children born both before 32 weeks are doing great thanks to the help of TUH NICU/SCN nurses. It's been a long year but we are starting to see the light at the end of this scary journey.
Alana, born at 31 weeks, 6 weeks in NICU. She's nearly 9 years old now and almost as tall as me! Special, special kids. I'll be walking, running and riding for them all. X
My little man was born at 31+3. What a mighty warrior he is. Home on his due date and have shown strength after strength. The doctors and nurses were and are beyond amazing. He wouldn't be here without the medical support we received. Walking the Miles for Myles.
Sending love and hope to all those on the NICU journey xx
God knew my heart needed you.
We were so lucky to have the life saving tech and nurses/doctors that saved our boy 30+3 weeks. But it was hard. Ask for help. Hang in there. You aren't alone.
My boy came into this world at 36 weeks via emergency C-Section. He spent 17 days in NICU as he was born at 1.88kgs (4.14pounds).
He was in the incubator until he could regulate his own body temperature, he had light therapy for jaundice, nasal tube for feedings, and a day of extra oxygen through nasal prongs.
My boy is 2 weeks shy of 6 months now and absolutely thriving!
Elliott Reef was born at 27 weeks at 820 grams. He was so tiny. We stayed in the NICU at King Edward Memorial (Perth) for 11 weeks. He clung so heavily to his breathing support we thought we’d never leave. We had multiple issues and things pop up. All dealt with so amazingly by the consultants. He will be 9 months in a couple days and 6 months corrected. He still is very small but we’re so thankful to have him here.
There is love and life beyond those NICU doors.
Thank you to the NICU ward for taking such great care of our premmie, Rory, during his first week of life and providing the best facilities and care we could have asked for. We feel fortunate, knowing some families have to spend much longer in NICU.
Thankyou for raising money for this amazing cause! Your fundraiser is truly saving lives!
Stay strong, baby mummas! Your babies will thrive because they have such brave parents. My mother-in-law from the Philippines courageously raised a premature baby 33 years ago, now that boy is my amazing husband! Keep fighting!
To the expecting mums of premature babies and all the babies and families in neonatal care, hang in there. It’s a tough journey, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. I remind myself of that every day.
Love and light to all
The nurses caring for the babies in all hospitals are truly amazing. They not only look after the little ones but also provide incredible support to the parents.
Let’s make the neonatal world a better place! Small steps from many people can create a big impact!
Don’t underestimate the warriors within these tiny souls.
Let’s smash these goals for our girl Laila! It’s time to give back for NICU saving my baby’s life!
There is light at the end of the tunnel!
Please remember, it will end. Stay strong and you will make it.
You are stronger than you know! Remember to keep holding onto that hope!
Premature babies are true superheroes. The strength they carry in such tiny bodies is nothing short of a miracle. Keep the faith, stay strong, and soak up those precious kangaroo cuddles!
For my little boy Roman, born at 30+6 weeks, the strongest little boy I know.
My daughter was born 7 weeks prem. My waters unexpectedly broke whilst I was at work, within 40 minutes she was earth side.
After giving birth she was taken and put on multiple breathing machines and in an incubator.
It was a mad rush for us to be flown from Kalgoorlie to Perth via royal flying doctor to spend the next 2 months in NICU. The love and support from the nurses, hospitals and doctors was incredible. My heart, love and thoughts go out to all families going through the same situation. Your little babies are absolute fighters.
My girls Destiny and Hope were born at 23+1, unfortunately they did not make it and both passed away.
I want to help raise money and awareness to this in hopes to upgrade equipments and give babies at this gestation a better chance.
My beautiful girls were born at 32+4 weighing 1.5kgs & 1.8. They spent 4 weeks in special care and are now 13 months old and full of energy. Couldn't of done it without the amazing support from the Mater Hospital in Brisbane
Eddie was born at 24 weeks, weighing a tiny 480g. We spent 5 months in the NICU. We are forever grateful for the lifesaving treatment and care shown towards our boy who is now nearly 2 and absolutely thriving.
Thank you for supporting such a great cause both my sons have been preterm 3.2 pounds and 4.2 pounds it is such a difficult road you add other health complications in as well and it seems near impossible but with strength and a wonderful nicu team most make it through to the other side but in those moments everything matters and every nicu nurse,machine or equipment, doctor, every cpap,tpn it all matters just like the fundraising you do to assist every bit matters
Little Theo surprised us by coming at 34 weeks. Throughout the next couple of weeks it was tough mentally for our family but with the care and resources we knew he was in the correct place and getting the care he needed. Thanks to Mater at Southbank for everything you did for our family.
Stay strong.
I am taking on this challenge to support all the little fighters out there. I know first hand the importance of equipment and resources. Although I don't remember it I was born 10 weeks early at 30 weeks 28 years ago and although I was not born in Australia. I want to do my part to support this amazing organization.
My lil angel my hope Ivy-Leigh born at 30 weeks weight 1.61 kilograms stopped growing as she was wrapped around the umbilical cord NICU at the Toowoomba base were amazing thanks to them they helped give my angel the best chance possible entering this life she is lil hope the reason im challenging my self this November
Just a perfect baby helping bless other perfect babies
Elliot was born at 32 weeks with an extremely large true knot in the cord, Elliot was the talk of the NICU. Elliot was in the NICU for 37 days, Now Elliot is walking, talking and full of joy. I wouldn't have made it through this tough experience without the amazing support from our nurses.
You are not alone on this journey. Our little family with our Premmies with big Sis Mishka being a 33+4 weeker born at 2250g and her little bro Koa born at 31+4 weeks at 1300g. Sending love and strength to all the families who have been unfortunate enough to experience the Prem/NICU life.
For our little baby girl Amaya who was born at 36 weeks and spent 3 weeks in SCN. The hardest weeks of our lives - so much uncertainty. She's now 5 months old, growing up healthy and happy! We are very grateful to all the medical staff, nurses, midwives, LCs and everyone who looked after her. Also, a big hug to all the parents who have gone or are going through this now.
The journey where I realise just how strong our little babies are.
11 years difference of our little fighter! She started out her journey with many unknowns but smashed every goal set her way and has grown into the most beautiful young lady.
Completing the Premmie Marathon Challenge to celebrate my son (born at 30+5 and now thriving) and support all of the tiny humans and their families that come after us.
Having NICU babies is the small part of a wonderful journey of strong little humans! They will continue to amaze you everyday!
I am doing this challenge for my son Cruz who was born 6 weeks early & is currently in the special care baby unit in Cairns Hospital so I know how important this fundraiser is to help bring these babies home to their family :)
Our boy was born at 33 weeks after several complications in utero.
His time in the SCU showed me just how strong these tiny hearts are, and how important and miraculous the work of the nurses and midwives.
Our three miracles were born at 36, 32, and 27 weeks. Today, they are healthy, strong, and thriving. Though Samuel lives with chronic lung disease, he’s doing well. Stay hopeful, your little fighters are stronger than you know. This journey may be tough, but brighter days are ahead!
Sleepless nights and many tears‚ not the beginning of parenthood we were expecting but would never change it!
Ophelia born 26+2 weeks 730g now healthy and happy 6months girl.
Never underestimate the strength, fight and resilience of a preemie baby! They are some of the strongest babies / humans alive!
The road is long, and the journey is scary, but one day, they’ll turn that corner. One day, you will have made it through. Lean on the nurses and other families in the NICU for support.
No matter how big or small your baby is they ALL matter! Your baby deserves to be here and loved no matter what happens xx
The sun always comes up. Spring always comes after winter. The river always reaches the ocean and day always come after night. So just like those your life will also soon find light after the darkness
On their darkest days, be their brightest light. The journey is incredibly hard, but your love will help get them through.
Always remember no matter how small or big you are you will always be loved.
Stay strong, you can get through this. Keep showering your NICU baby with love however you can. Sing to them, hold their hands, read to them. It all matters and helps you bond.
Our girls, Lena (born at 25 weeks) and Tiana (born at 29 weeks), are both thriving thanks to the incredible technology in the NICU. Without it, their lives could have been very different. Please consider donating what you can to help save other babies born too soon.
It's not easy having a premmie in the NICU. Stay strong.
There is hope throughout this journey and it does get better. Stay strong x
To all the parents out there facing the unknown with their little ones, know that we feel your pain. Stay positive and keep hope, these little premature babies are fighters and stronger than you think!
Our baby girl was born at 34 weeks and needed resuscitation and ventilation. She was transferred to the NICU at Gold Coast University Hospital and was off the ventilator in just 16 hours. After 15 days, we brought her home. We are forever grateful for the amazing care she received. Hope shines bright!
Sending all my love and hugs to the families and babies. Praying for those struggling with loss and those who are holding onto hope and fighting for their babies, you are not alone.
Thankyou for the miracle of life you continuously give.
We are walking for our son, our daughter, and the incredible friends we met through the NICU, bound by shared trauma and shared resilience.
Stay strong for your babies, take it an hour at a time or whatever you need to get through this tough time. Sending love prayers and hugs to whoever needs it right now.
Zaidee was born at 24+6. The NICU journey is something you can’t truly understand until you’re living it. It’s often one step forward and three steps back. It can feel lonely, but you’re not alone—you’re now part of a supportive and caring community.
Families of the NICU, you are strong, and your premmies are little soldiers.
Henry was born at 32 weeks after my waters broke a week earlier. He was small but mighty. Each of the 25 days in the NICU felt long and tiring, but the support Henry and I received from the incredible team at the RWH was unmatched, and I’ll be forever grateful.
