Child's Birth Year
2003

State/Province/Territory
Texas

NICU Hospital for my journey
Presbyterian St. Luke’s Denver Colorado

My NICU Graduate's Journey
Brooke was born at 1 pound 5 ounces. She was born during her father’s deployment. After several months in the NICU, Brooke was able to come home. At home she joined her at the time 16 month old brother. Her father was home in time for her first Christmas.

Brooke has overcome prematurity, illness, cerebral palsy, dyslexia, sensory issues and ADD. Today, Brooke is getting degree in Creative Writing with a minor in ASL and psychology. We continued to be amazed by Brooke everyday.

What makes you proud of you NICU graduate?
Brooke fought to make it out of the NICU. She didn’t walk until she was almost three. She has always been the youngest student in her classes.
Yet, she has overcome sensory differences. Brooke has overcome Dyslexia and ADD. She was sicker than most kids going through school. With all the cards against her. Brooke shows up everyday with a smile on her face.

Weight at Birth (lbs. or Grams)
1lb 5 oz

Weeks Gestation
25

Time spent in the NICU (Specify Day, Month, or Year)
97 days