Child's Birth Year
2012

State/Province/Territory
Tennessee

NICU Hospital for my journey
Baptist Hospital East Memphis

My NICU Graduate's Journey
James was born at 27 weeks gestation at 1 lb 8 oz, 12.5 in long. He stayed in the NICU for 79 days. He was able to go home before his due date! He is now about the graduate the 5th grade, having made straight As his entire elementary school career! He has no lingering effects from his premature birth other than short stature and ADHD. He is our miracle child!

What makes you proud of you NICU graduate?
James has defied all odds because he was so small at birth and he has exceeded all expectations! He is one of the smartest, funniest, well-rounded kids!

Weight at Birth (lbs. or Grams)
1 lb 8 oz

Weeks Gestation
27 Weeks

Time spent in the NICU (Specify Day, Month, or Year)
79 Days