Child's Birth Year
2021

State/Province/Territory
Minnesota

NICU Hospital for my journey
Children’s Saint Paul

My NICU Graduate's Journey
Emerson and her twin sister Avery were born at 24 weeks. We were told Emmie would not likely make it through day 2 of life. But after 5 months in the NICU, we got to bring her home.

What makes you proud of you NICU graduate?
Her fight. Against all the odds she overcame so many obstacles and now has graduated from all the meds, and therapies. She has an infectious joy, and is incredibly resilient.

Weight at Birth (lbs. or Grams)
1 lb 10 oz

Weeks Gestation
24 Weeks 5 Days

Time spent in the NICU (Specify Day, Month, or Year)
5 Months