Carmen Russell

Premmie Marathon Challenge 2025

Our story

My son Nik was born early, 36 weeks and 5 days. I had developed preeclampsia and it was no longer safe for either of us for the pregnancy to go on any longer.

When Nik was born, he was shocked and didn’t clear his lungs. Thanks to the doctors and access to vital neonatal equipment he was able to take his first breath. Was it not for access to vital equipment I don’t think he would be here with us today. 

So I am raising funds to help the next mama who’s baby needs that extra support upon arrival into the world.

This November I’m taking on the Premmie Marathon Challenge

I’ll be clocking up my kms in the Premmie Marathon Challenge to raise funds for life-saving neonatal equipment that will give critically ill and premature babies a better chance of survival.

I'd love your support - if you can, please make a generous tax-deductible donation here.

Thank you for your support.
Your donation will help keep me motivated as I complete my challenge through November, knowing that each km I complete is helping save the lives of sick and premature babies.

Fancy joining me? You can sign up for the Premmie Marathon Challenge too! Simply choose your challenge distance and start clocking your kms for premmie babies.

My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

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