Destiny was born ten weeks early because I developed H.E.L.L.P. Syndrome, which caused my kidneys and liver to shut down. This disease stems from pre-eclampsia, and the only cure is to end the pregnancy by delivering the baby. My membranes also ruptured when I passed out the day before she was born. We were able to get 48 hours of steroids to help her, and then she had to come by c-section.
Because of HELLP, Destiny was growth restricted in utero, so she came into this world at the size of a 24-weeker. She measured 14 inches long and weighed 900 grams, or just under two pounds. She was our little micro-preemie.
Destiny stayed in the NICU at UVRMC in Provo Utah. Her stay was 45 days long, or 6 1/2 weeks. She successfully avoided any surgeries and had a fairly uneventful stay. She is, and always will be, our miracle baby.
The music is “Still here” by Lene Marlin.
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First 6 months of life a preemie baby born at 33 weeks due to her Mommy having Preeclampsia and HELLP Syndrome. She was 3lbs 6 oz but is now a healthy 6 month old baby.
A video I made of my son Braylen with a short tribute to my first son Nicholas at the beginning. Both of my boys were born prematurely. Nicholas at 23 wks, passing away 5 days later, and Braylen at 29 wks. Both times I suffered with Pre-eclampsia and had HELLP syndrome in my first pregnancy. My son Nicholas was only 14 oz and 10 inches long. He died due to severe prematurity. His skin was so thin, all the oxygen escaped from his body, causing him to turn a brownish black color. This is a tribute to my children and all the women who have been through what I’ve been through. God Bless them all.
A Community Service Annoucement on the dangers of Pre Eclampsia.
This is our preeclampsia experience and our miracles. We are walking in the 2008 Preeclampsia Foundation Walk-a-thon to raise awareness. Please join us by visiting www.preeclampsia.org
On May 31, 2008, walkers took to the pavement to raise awareness and fund for preeclampsia research & support.
http://www.pregenesys.com/
The Journey of our son, Phoenix and his entry into this world. I had pregnancy induced hypertension and was induced at 37 weeks.