Rebecca Dingemans

Our Journey with Noah: A Premmie Marathon Story

In the whirlwind of parenthood, our little Noah has taught us more about strength and resilience than we ever imagined. Born at just 25 weeks, a micro-preemie, Noah made his debut into the world weighing less than a bag of sugar and with a heart that’s proven to be mighty beyond measure. He spent 130 days in the NICU, each day a testament to his fighting spirit and the incredible care he received. ???

Those early days were a rollercoaster of hope and fear, watching him grow stronger little by little. From overcoming a grade II IVH and going through hernia repair to eventually seeing him come home with us, every milestone has been a victory. He’s had his little glasses to help with vision, and he’s been working so hard on his motor skills with that determined grin of his.

Now, as part of Prematurity Awareness Month, we’re taking on a marathon challenge not just to raise funds, but to share Noah’s story and support other families who find themselves in the NICU journey. Every step we take is a step of hope for Noah and for all the tiny fighters out there.

So here’s to Noah, to every premmie warrior, and to the incredible community that lifts us up. Thank you for following our journey—together, we can make a difference.

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.