Journal Entry: 4 Months 1 Week Old
Dear Readers: I pulled this entry from my journal to give you an idea of what many preemie parents face after bringing their baby home. My baby at this time was 4 months and 1 week old actual age and...
View ArticleFunny Faces
My preemie’s specialty is making funny faces. From the time she was bout 6 months old she learned to make faces so people would laugh. She’s such a joy – and takes after her father! We have a silly...
View ArticleAre You a Blogger?
Dear Friends and Readers, I am in search of some preemie parents who would be interested in writing regular posts for Preemie Babies 101, whether once a month, twice a month, or even once a week...
View ArticlePreserving Memories in the NICU
There’s an old cliché that says, “Hindsight is 20/20.” Never is that more true than a long NICU stay with a micropreemie! Most of my regrets revolve around my memory-keeping techniques—and here’s the...
View ArticleNG Tubes, mLs, and Feedings
When my preemie was admitted into the NICU I determined to keep a daily journal of her NICU stay. I kept track of her weight, feedings, blood work, nurse and doctor names, oxygen levels, visitors, room...
View ArticleA Day in the Life
What is a typical day like in the life of a preemie mom? I was just thinking that it would be interesting to share our different experiences. Let’s start with a day during our preemie’s NICU stay. I’ll...
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