My October baby has arrived in September 💕
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Congratulations on your beautiful girl Katrina! I'm so sorry to hear you've both had a tough time, sending lots of good vibes to you both. I've seen a lot of posts on here about early babies, hopefully some of those mums can give you some more reassurance ❤️
Congratulations to you on your birth of your daughter. She is adorable. I am so sorry to hear about the complications you had during g labour. I hope that from here on out that all goes well for you both x
It’s so hard, but nicu babies are insanely strong little fighters. My October baby became an August baby (33 weeks). She needed 28 days in hospital but she is finally home with us! When you are able to be with her (can’t imagine how hard that must be), here are some things that helped me stay sane Talk to the nurses in your hospital- the ones who took care of my daughter were total angels- reminded me to eat, sleep, talked me down from panic, were always happy to answer questions and constantly reassured us how well she was doing. Getting involved with her care helped too- they taught us to feed her through her tube, how to change her nappy, did her first bath etc, and as much as possible I had her out for cuddles. I also found it really helpful to be at rounds everyday- it meant I got to speak to the drs and hear their conversations about the care plan and make sure I understood what was going on. Hope that helps a bit- if you want to chat I’m here 🙂
Congratulations, she's gorgeous! I had my son at 35 + 3 after a complicated pregnancy. He was in special care for 12 days and I wasn't able to hold him again after theatre for a few days. I found it really tough and felt torn, as have a 3 yr old at home too. I was desperate for him to come home asap so he went home last week with an NG tube still. Appreciate our situations are different but, for me, time dragged on so slowly when in NICU and getting him home felt like this most difficult and unattainable thing at the time. However, suddenly things moved quickly and before we knew it, we were making arrangements to take him home. I can't imagine how hard it must be for you but you will get through it. Look after yourself. Here if you want to message at all xx
Congratulations on your gorgeous little girl. It sounds as if you have had a very traumatic time. I had my twins at 35 weeks and both in Nicu for a little bit for breathing too. It was only a few days but the memories are still very real. Once I gotover the initial upset I was glad of all the extra care from the incredible Neonatal nurses. They really made everything much easier. They encouraged me to get involved as much as I could ( when you are on your feet) and this helped me. I changed their nappies and helped with tube feeds. It gave me a real purpose. Also speak to other people in unit if they can as they will be able to relate to you in a way that no-one else can. Put baby hat of small square OF material in bra and then put it in beside baby as smells like womb and gives them comfort. Lastly remember that preemie babies are as strong as they come and it won't be long before she is breathing as she should :) Sending lots of love as I know how emotional this time can be xxx
Congratulations sweet, she’s beautiful! I’m so sorry for what you’ve endured though. Big hugs and I hope things are smooth sailing for you from here
Congratulations! How are you? That is a really rough time to go through. Just want to make sure you're getting any support you need and everything isn't focused on baby all the time. Sending enormous hugs (and I do good hugs!). Xx
She is perfect! And my advice is look at that picture when times get hard! 😍😍😍😍
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. I hope you both have speedy recoverys 🤍 xx
Congratulations darling,your baby is so cute. I’m sorry to hear about the complications you had. I know you’re passing through a lots currently but you have to stay strong for your baby and family. Sending 🥰🥰🥰xxx
I was on NICU with my little one when she came at 35 weeks a couple of weeks ago. It’s hard watching them do all the tests etc, I cried ALOT! What got me through it was my partner and also just telling myself that I was there for my little one when she needed it and that she was here and happy. And get the rest when you can, accept help from the nurses when they’re offering to feed them etc and get the sleep if you need it. You got this mumma x
Congratulations xx
Congratulations! My little boy was born last Thursday at 39 weeks and was taken to NICU the same night for issues with his temperature and blood sugars. I was absolutely distraught but we got to take him home on Wednesday (just 6 days later!) I've come to realise that the care he received has set him up for the rest of his life. We got involved in all of his care whilst he was on the unit and asked a lot of questions so that we always knew what was going on. We also learned so much and felt more confident bringing him home. Special care babies really are special. They have their own little stories and journeys to tell. It might not feel like it now but you'll get through it and baby will make rapid progress! They'll be home before you realise!
No advice, just a congratulations, she is beautiful. I’m sorry you are having a bad time right now, wishing you both well x