Born Too Soon: Part One (Parenting Documentary) | Real Stories

Born Too Soon follows the stories of pre-term babies and the experiences of their parents and their extended families. The birth of a child is one of life’s most joyous moments, but for those whose babies are born prematurely, the trauma of unexpected and early birth can be devastating - with months of uncertainty to follow.
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[@elizabethmish6891]

My mom was a twin and a full term birth. She weighed 1.8 pounds. That was a home birth in 1919. They hadn't invented NICU or ventilators or incubators. She was kept in a laundry basket next to the stove. She was a miracle, too.

[@arinzykes5715]

WOW! What a story!

[@livinlovelee2683]

Full term only one pound...wow!!

[@FaithMichelle420]

so you’re in your 90s?!

[@meaganmoore7094]

What country are you in

[@kellymccallister7373]

Indeed, she is a MIRACLE, THANK YOU, JESUS!!!! ❤

[@em-loof-tonnac]

I will never forget the micro-preemies that were in the NICU with my son. My son was premature, but he was 34 weeks and weighed 9lbs. He was a giant compared to the micro-preemies. I have witnessed families whose baby/babies did not make it. My heart still aches for them to this day, 16 years later. But I also witnessed miracles happen almost everyday in that Giant NICU, in Houston TX. To all the people out there with a Preemie, never lose hope. NICU babies are Warriors.

[@VioletUpton]

Amen!!🙋Thank you!

[@micalahcurry6246]

The big sister broke my heart she was so worried 😭

[@emmasheree6350]

She without a doubt is a very loving caring big sister

[@gonashfreeman1325]

Being a dad to premature twins and my first kids at same time, I can say I was scared out of my mind. They were so tiny to me. The first born 6 days later had his large intestine burst due to NEC. Christmas eve got a call at 11 pm. Never forget that phone ringing. I also remember being told he was dying. I cried out to God in despair at the though of him dying. Afterf a successfull surgery and 22 years later he is so active and healthy. No large intestine, no colostomy bag either. This last Christmas he told us he is going to be a daddy. Full circle. But now the fear and memories of what we went through came crashing back. I also remember an even tinier baby that was next to my son. Hunter. All I remember is his dad staring through the incubator glass and just crying and talking to him. " Get bigger, get better, love you. Want to hold you son. ' made me feel so selfish just holding my son and his arms empty. I let him hold my son while talking to hunter. I don't know what happened to him. We were released 2 months later. Hunter was still in incubator BUT dad got to hold his son. We sat so close and cried together. Also remember the family from Saudia Arabia. I befriended the dad and helped him get food for his family a time or two. We became friends through adversity. So many small babies from all over the world. To all that experience this, it IS scary. The Dr's and nurses do their best but with your love and support the babies can flourish. I can't remember the times I would go in and find the nurses crying over the children. So thankful to them for their love and caring for my sons. They were 4 lbs 6ozs and 4 lbs 7 ozs at birth. Now they 6 ft 1 inch tall and 186 lbs. Tough as nails.

[@cinnamoslut]

That's very sweet you let the other NICU dad hold your baby boy. I'm so glad your kids made it. That must have been a terrifying experience. Amazing what can happen with modern medicine.

[@foreverlove4569]

i was born in September of 1997 but I was supposed to be born around late December. I was twin, but the other one didn't make it due to us being so premature. We weighed around 1 pound and 3 oz. The doctors said I had a 10% chance of surviving and I spent 108 days in the NICU and I'm 19 now and I'm as healthy as ever.

[@redrubytwilightxx8700]

I'm sorry about your twin.

[@elsakristina2689]

foreverlove4569 I was three months early too. I was due for September but I was born in June. I weighed 1 pound 11 ounces. I was in hospital for six months and by the time I could come home I was the weight of a normal newborn. I started talking about a month later.

[@user-yo3ov1ko2v]

foreverlove4569 God bless you

[@breaththrou]

foreverlove4569 Suppose you’d be 20 now... how are you now?

[@margy-3-640]

foreverlove4569 hrrttverrg

[@MarleyRae]

The mom of the triplets is crazy strong! The way she laughed everything off and stayed calm was amazing. These women are so so strong.

[@mistysgamingchannel9918]

But just because she laughed didn't mean she wa sd happy. Sometimes it's a cover up for a situation that you have no control over. I've been there. It's weird.

[@LetsBetYouCan13]

Women have to be strong to have babies. I had 4 babies, and Now I a Grandmother, and a Great Grandmother. PS I was born 2 weeks early, too, with not breathing problems. BY Betty

[@lc4life369]

@@mistysgamingchannel9918 yep when I was a kid I had a nervous laugh and everyone would get mad and think I was laughing because it was funny. I still have it but people are more understanding. My mother always makes jokes in very serious situations and it's a coping mechanism. It's so common really

[@moniquesamuel3108]

@@LetsBetYouCan13 w

[@taramann6960]

Ic4life… usually nervous laughing is insecurities.

[@shakiraselena1259]

This is very touching because I am a preemie myself born weighing only 1 pound, God bless all premature babies ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jessicakershaw9549]

shakira selena Me too!

[@shakiraselena1259]

+Jessica Kershaw Aww preemie power 😘😘😘😘

[@judyholiday653]

My cousin was born at 6 months and this was back in the late 1970's plus our local hospital did not have the equipment or trained staff to care for him..So my aunt had to be driven 8 hrs away to a huge University teaching hospital.He weighed 2 pounds and had to stay in the hospital for a couple of months.He was born with an issue where the bones in the top of his head were not growing together so he had to be taken back to the hospital for surgery to correct this problem at 8 months..My poor aunt was a mess because after the surgery they told her to make sure he doesn't cry too hard because it could cause the surgery to open or something like that..So by the time he was healed she needed a mini vacation but like all mommies she would never leave her boy..Well her boy is now 6'4 married and has a blessed life..He was never behind in his developments he was talking in almost complete sentences at a year old and all through school he was skipping grades and then he graduated with honors from college.So his premature birth did not cause him to have to catch up like most premie babies experience.

[@sophiekruse6504]

I was 4 pounds and born on my sister bday

[@marylee19941994]

shakira selena same here 1lbs 7oz

[@TessConnellan]

My twin brother and I were born at 28 weeks, and now we've been around for 26 YEARS... shout out to every family with a premature baby, we're connected around the world with survival and love

[@courtneyhaile3059]

My mom had 2 sets of twins back to back all born in May we were premature as well

[@elizabethbrown4972]

@@courtneyhaile3059 Wow! Two sets that's amazing! What a blessing!

[@myreality5959]

My sister now 6 was born at 29wks. She was 800and something grams but very long. Its such a hard process

[@hp-fh9cy]

Thank so much for sharing your story. I have hope my grand babies will show their experiences with other families as you have here.

[@tikwizakachilika7833]

My brother and were both born at 27 weeks premature he didn't survive I have cerebral palsy and a learning disability but I'm 36 and I'm doing well in my life 💙💙💙

[@gigimarie3989]

So sweet how the older sibling is so worried about how her triplet siblings are doing whilst in the the womb. She is going to make a great big sis! 💗

[@itsjustfelisha1776]

I had my daughter on the day I turned 25 weeks. She weighed 1lb 9ozs. She's 16 years old now and doing great! She's driving and everything! It was stressful, but I just kept praying. I also pray for anyone else that has to experience this.

[@moniquecilcus5195]

Hi to all you sweet little premees love and god bless you all your freind Monique be very gental please and thank you

[@smc130]

Parents of very premature newborns stay on an emotional roller coaster every day their baby is hospitalized. It’s a miracle any marriages survive the stress. If you can ever lend a hand to lighten their daily responsibilities please do so.

[@alanna9563]

Me and my twin brother were born 4 months early! He weighed 1lbs 7oz and I weighed 1lbs 5oz... and we are now 14 years old.

[@LadyINTJOfficial]

Bless your little hearts, both of you survived! Thank God!

[@tammymozingo03]

What a blessing 🙌

[@mittalpatelpatel3350]

My boy born at 28 week with 1.1. Kg..he had spec now..do you have any other problems?

[@julieestes8242]

Yues

[@vnunya3506]

I know this is old but that's so encouraging for the others that have babies 3 times as big like these triplets! I hope now that you're 17 your life is blessed.

[@angiebarrios9497]

my baby was born at 21-22weeks and she was so premature that her skin was sticky and rubbery .. she stayed in the nicu 6 months. but now she is 15 months old and she is good.

[@amber_Forever16]

Wow what a blessing, that's amazing . I didn't know they can survive before 24 weeks, it's crazy some people still have abortions at that many weeks.

[@angiebarrios9497]

Amberlei Moon I had to lie and say I was 24 weeks pregnant for them to give her a chance , they asked when she was born if they should let her die

[@barbaraverdegomes6576]

Angie Barrios kisses to ur baby. bless u both

[@gpeters7102]

I am so glad your baby is okay. it is a blessing. you and your child will be in my prayers 💕

[@savannahada3939]

the earliest knows premature baby to live was born at 23 weeks so that's pretty interesting 😏😏 lmao

[@deannapotes5211]

My mom didn't realize she was carrying twins, back in the 70's ultrasounds weren't common. My folks didn't know about me until the doctor told her she had to push again! My brother and I were 10 mins. apart. She tells me to this day that it took 3 boys to finally get her girl?😊

[@winterlynn9012]

I was born premature and had a 40% chance of survival. This was in 1983. I was kept in the NICU on machines to help me breathe. My mom who had a high risk pregnancy had gotten into a huge fight with my father just a few moments before her water broke at 33 weeks. Oddly enough I was also 33weeks pregnant with my son 3 years ago when I got into a fight with my father. I ended up needing an emergency c-section just a few hours later. I've heard stress can bring on early labor. Apparently fighting with my dad can cause premature birth since it happened to both my mom and I. I'd advise any pregnant women to stay far away from my father lol

[@donnacullman4103]

I think I would ask him to go live in a hotel for the last 2 months. That was you know you won’t fight with him!

[@lucyball8069]

My daughter is currently pregnant. I’ll tell her to stay away from your dad lol

[@loveyoulikecrazyxoxo]

I totally agree with this. I was fighting with my kids dad when my water broke...contractions woulsnt start and had to have emergency c section and she had a hole in her lung! luckily she survived and is super healthy 5 month old! My second daughter is also named Winter !!!!!!!!!!

[@Jawher00]

"I'd advise any pregnant women to stay far away from my father lol " hahahaha

[@gwakery2052]

Lol

[@CaptchaNeon]

The baby that wouldn't bend his leg for his dad to put his outfit on, that made me laugh! The look on the baby's face, he was like "You don't realize it yet but, I'm never going to do anything you ask, stop touching me!!!!" LMFAO!

[@blessandhighlyfavored2494]

Lol

[@ambyburum2666]

The oldest daughter is such a gem! Truly Mommy’s little helper. 🙏💗💕👍

[@bettystouffer6012]

what a privilege to be able to see such an intimate a stressful glimpse into the intensity of premature babies. thanks to these 2 families... thank u so much.

[@RobertHosein]

I had severe head trauma at birth. I was actually born dead. I was immediately put into the intensive care unit for weeks. Doctors didn't know if I was going to live. Here I am, but with a profound hearing disability and its issues and a mental disorder, but living life to the fullest. Don't give up people. Life is too precious and short.

[@donnaaddington193]

Our first son came at 27 weeks gestation and developed almost every complation known to a preemie leaving him profoundly disabled. 10 yrs later his baby brother came along at 24 weeks gestation with no known complications from prematurity. My two boys just goes to show that no to preemies and their outcomes are the same no matter the gestation. Chase is now 21 and aiden is 10, one thing I wish is that I'd known with chase what i knew with aiden but that wouldn't have been possible since chase taught us. Prayers to all the families going through this, stay strong.

[@sarahwoodward4453]

Watching this in the NCCU with my 32 weeker Jackson. I delivered at home, alone. He was 2.2 pounds at birth. It was the scariest thing that’s ever happened to me. Thankfully my peanut is a champ. I never imagined how much love you can have for someone. Sending all the love to all the mamas out there💙🍼🐘

[@karenkramer3760]

Wow! so your labor and delivery was just so fast. I gave birth to my daughter in the hospital but only because I happened to be in the hospital getting a test when my water broke and she came 1 hour later. Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have made it to the hospital either. She was also early so it wasn't expected she would come for another month. Glad your baby is ok

[@lisaepperson9095]

Good for you! Keeping your head and knowing what to do all by yourself with preemie baby. Just always remember what you did and how strong you are. I miscarried 3 times in my 20s and early 30s. Always tried not to get depressed about it, but when you see these adorable intelligent orphans just waiting for parents....I don't know if China or Russia discontinued thier foreign adoptions.

[@atrailofsparkles]

How did you deliver at home? Was it fast or did you have symptoms and wait before going to the hospital thinking you weren't going into real labor? Was he actually born at 32 weeks at 2lbs or was he 32 weeks at the time of the post?? I apologize for all the questions but I'm so curious after losing 2 babies preterm and now being high risk pregnant having made it to 29 weeks I'm trying to get an understanding and seek out as much info as possible to get my baby here safely. Thanks for your time

[@kandisb.4833]

@@atrailofsparkles Are you still going strong?

[@atrailofsparkles]

@@kandisb.4833 yes I actually am!!! 31 weeks now 32 on Thurs. I'm hanging in there, it's getting scarier by the day I've been having a few contractions so I'll be at the Dr tomorrow to check positioning and cervical length with my cerclage. Hopefully I make it a few more weeks. Thanks for asking

[@ItsFlawlesss]

I was induced at 35 weeks because baby wasn't growing properly anymore. She was in NICU for 20 days and was about 4 lbs. While I was there, the nurses were the most amazing people ever! The atmosphere in the department was very grim in general with parents hurting and worried but the nurses were so amazing at caring both for the babies and for the parents. So grateful for the help we get from modern medicine and for the amazing people that decide to become doctors and nurses!

[@stephaniedeklerk5754]

34 weeks pregnant with my first and pregnancy has been quite easy to the point where you can't stop thinking it's too good to be true but just so grateful it's going well. Can't imagine how scary having such a premi baby could be but I admire these parents sharing their stories because I think it will really be so helpful and comforting to others going through the same.

[@daybix2524]

Watching this while pregnant makes me emotional

[@Alexandra-mi5up]

Same lol

[@gaganhk8176]

I'm not pregnant cause I'm asian😊

[@vanderbam2741]

@@gaganhk8176 🤔

[@maryholt359]

I was born at 28 weeks in 1947. Thank God for incubators. Skin so thin I still have scars at 72 on my heals from rubbing against sheets. A lot of lung problems while small. For all of that I have had a long life.

[@cyrene7784]

My grandmother was 3 lbs when she was born in 1912. She was considered a miracle baby at the time.

[@sharonevans1608]

Mary Holt I hope your life has been a rewarding one and you enjoy a lot more years ahead.

[@lifeofijeoma3465]

Mary Holt I’m routing for you

[@fuzzymaiden1]

Look up coney island incubator babies.. it was a sideshow at first but changed that way we save premie babies!

[@vivianaguzman446]

Thanks for sharing, it gives me hope

[@JoelDJohnson1986]

I was born 4 months premature on December 30th 1986. I was 1lb 3oz at that time...I'm now 35 years old. I was in the NICU for the first few months. My mom prayed for me and the doctors were afraid that I wasn't going to breathe because my lungs wasn't developed enough. I have very mild cerebral palsy and I am okay now.

[@sophiacarney7258]

I am curious as to the cost of the taxpayer's before and after delivery?

[@MiracleFound]

So familiar. My twins were delivered at 33 weeks because they didn't have any more amniotic fluid and their heart rates were dropping. The bigger baby went to the NICU on a ventilator and the small one did fine. They are almost 25 years old and engineers.

[@aliyamoon80]

I'm an operating room nurse. I've been called to NICU for surgery on babies too unstable to transport to surgery. I specialize in NICU surgical patients. It's a difficult specialty. None of my colleagues are willing to learn how to care for them. I will care for them until I retire. They are such dear little beings. How could I deny them?

[@expatmoose]

You must be a very strong person to do this, not everyone is, God bless you for being there for those that need you most

[@MissStevieGore]

This makes my heart ache for these women and their families. I look at my three sons and am so thankful I had an easy, "normal" pregnancy. They are in my hopes and prayers.

[@TheAaronChand]

OverBaked Witch I was born at 27 weeks premature in 1993 in a way being born prematurely and sick you see things differently than thenorm

[@catsonly4805]

Yes, that's the way I look at life, too, differently. For me, everything is on delay it seems, but I somehow catch up nearly 3 months later. I also was born preemie back in the late 50's, not expected to live or then not have a normal life. I have a few health issues from being born early, but my entire life so far has been good. When babies grow up to understand they were born early, I guess we all appreciate life much more. I know I do!

[@nancylyons7261]

thicc witch666 . Ok

[@tomasbendone8772]

Katz only 90x es t TX ex

[@keb1987]

I keep binging on these Real Stories, and now, I swear, my inner voice is starting to have a British accent. (I'm American.)

[@simpkins18]

Lol mine as well. I love Real Stories and many of The British shows on you tube. My new thing is to say, " yes really" and I want to try a fry up!

[@keb1987]

simpkins18 lol! I say, "Wanna have a go?" instead of "Wanna try that?"

[@simpkins18]

+Katie Elisabeth lol!

[@2HRTS1LOVE]

Glad it's not just me, between this show and Downton Abbey, it's getting really bad, lol. Brilliant! ;)

[@maurab5262]

OGSpaceCadet I thought I was the only weirdo that happened to, lol.

[@Ieshalopezvlogs]

My friend just had triplets 9 months ago, all girls. 2 are identical. They were also born at 31 weeks and stayed in the nicu for about 4 weeks. They're doing great and have so much personality. Watching this documentary has brought me back to the day when I first visited them in the hospital.

[@sarahSan1]

I am a triplet! We were born 2 months early. We had a lot of problems at first and now we are all grown up and healthy.

[@daniellebelter8282]

Hugs to these mommies and daddies! I was pregnant with twin girls and thankfully they were born very healthy at 37.5 weeks. My first baby was 6 lbs and my 2nd was 7 lbs 10 oz. No nic u time. These parents are so strong. True hero's!

[@danicadjukic2796]

danielle belter huh

[@graceykate1565]

I spent 28 days in NICU

[@beverlyseawright7486]

danielle belter me too I️ had my twins 37.4 they was 7&8 pounds no nicu time

[@danyellhill5676]

Good night.

[@angelfolmar2732]

Those were some big twins. Lol, I'm a twin born at 39 weeks I was 5lb5oz my twin was 5lb3oz both of us were 18 in

[@issyhalecullen]

I went into premature labor at 25 weeks with my oldest. I was in the hospital until I had her at 31 weeks. It’s hard having a premature baby. My heart goes out to all families who experience this.

[@dianenamciu638]

Sarah’s sister is an incredible person. She spoke from her heart so much so you could feel her emotions

[@joyceanthony-huff2914]

It was her husband's sister

[@hollyhal1254]

God, I remember that feeling of being empty and not having anything to show for it. It’s a horrible feeling. Knowing other mothers are all around you holding, cuddling their babies and you don’t have one to cuddle. 28 years ago, we lost our baby girl after what had seemed like a normal, full term pregnancy. We went on to have two healthy boys, bringing our count to three, but, even after all these years I remember that feeling. It doesn’t matter if it is only temporary, the pain isn’t any less. Blessings to any mother having to experience that feeling.

[@candiceclarke68]

i know how it feels my daughter was born premature only weighing a little under 2 pounds...she spent 2 months in the hospital ... was the worst time of my life seeing my daughter just laying there hooked up to a machine with a feeding tube etc but thank God she made it through ...she's 20 months now n doing just fine

[@carsoncarcorum3371]

I am 15 and my baby was born at 4 Months and sadly he died

[@lecaroline100]

God bless you. Glad to hear

[@austinrichards1740]

Carsoncar Corum I’m sorry

[@nusratkiwan3313]

15 yrs in not an age to marry leave alone have a baby.!

[@adav19]

Not even surprised that the smallest baby of the three was breathing on his own. Since the smallest ones have to fight the hardest, they are usually the strongest.

[@tinajones6087]

Ok 👍.

[@luhlezy6460]

@@tinajones6087 true

[@tinajones6087]

@@luhlezy6460 what are you talking about

[@tinajones6087]

@@luhlezy6460 thanks 🙏

[@lexilei191]

My husband was born 35 years ago at 26 weeks. He was just over 2lbs, and spent 3 months in hospital. He was so lucky - he went home with no health problems and today you would never believe he was ever so tiny. Not all micro-preemies back then were so fortunate.

[@aprilsarka2668]

My twin were born at 32 weeks. I was 16years old and i had a placental abruption. They were each about 3 1/2lbs. I was releases from the hospital on Christmas eve and i cried my eyes off when i had to leave them there. They spent 76 days in the nicu and their dad and i came to see them everyday. When we were there some times they would call a code pink over the intercom which meant another baby was on its way to the nicu i would pray for that baby everytime i heard that. Thankfully my girls are 7yo now, happy, healthy and beautiful. I'll always be greatful for all the nurses who helped them even the ones that werent so kind to me as such a young mom.

[@sharonevans1608]

Your age shouldn't have mattered. All nurses should have been supportive not judgemental.

[@monabohamad2242]

@@sharonevans1608 well said and I agree with you

[@sofialouised]

I was almost three months premature but I ended up fine. Everyone's experiences are different. I was in the NICU for ten days, and came home, but had to be kept inside until my due date. I'm thankful that I survived. I have an older brother, and due to my early birth, I have learning disabilities, eye muscle weakness that I got four surgeries for, fine motor skill issues, which makes my handwriting bad, and other minor things. I am healthy over all, so I am lucky. God bless those babies and their families. If you are reading this, and you have suffered a loss, I am so so sorry. If you are pregnant and reading this, good luck to you. May your baby be happy and healthy.

[@NayLouise24]

@Kasey OPs comment sounds like complete bullshit 😂😂

[@allenright3742]

God bless you

[@lalak7587]

This bring back memories for me big time my twins was born at 27 weeks thanks be to God and nothing is impossible without him.

[@arizonasunflowers5226]

lala k “Nothing is impossible without God...” ??? Huh???

[@pancakewafflehi]

I was born at 23 weeks and had lots of complications, spent around 80 days in the nicu, and baffled the doctors who were watching an appointment to see how I was developed. I’m in my teens now, and I feel like I’ve done well, despite the circumstances at birth. I hope anyone with premature children do well and have a good day!

[@herbenemd8210]

Peace, stay safe. GodBless and keeping staying strong..

[@lucyshicks2251]

My brother was born at 26 weeks..he is 8 years but his height is for 6 years old boy ...did you grow tall ? Sorry to ask

[@pancakewafflehi]

It took me a long time to get on the growth chart for kids my age, and I’m just under the national average, which is to be expected. I wouldn’t say I’m that tall, but I’m also a bit shorter cause I’m a female.

[@skylialocklear7924]

My baby was born at 23 weeks this gives me hope thanks you he is now 7 weeks old

[@pancakewafflehi]

@@skylialocklear7924 I’m sure you’re doing great raising him! Keep up the great work!

[@tibomini8133]

the daughter is soooo concerned. this is why I love girls and god blessed me with one....my only sunshine....and yes she came at 32 weeks.

[@ellaemukid]

i was a week late and they needed to give my mum drugs to get me out. Little did my mum know that this would also apply in my 20's with moving out.

[@AnitaD28]

ellaemu - lol... that's funny. 😊

[@mjcard]

I was born a month late and my mom said I flipped around a lot. I swim every chance I get to this day.

[@wednesdaylb]

Ha ha my daughter who is now 18 also didn't want to be born. The nurses joked that she was a lazy one and I had to drink a freezing cold drink to shock her into waking up to be born! Unfortunately she's still a lazy one 😂 love her guts ❤️

[@ashleyfalcon125]

😂

[@kathyhiggins3836]

LOL

[@2HRTS1LOVE]

Ugh, my second kid was 10 weeks premature after I suddenly developed severe preeclampsia. This is bringing back a lot of memories. She was small for her age, only 2 pounds when she should have been around 3. Her arm from elbow to shoulder was the exact length and width as my thumb. She was a tough little snot, though, she never had any serious complications, came home after 8 weeks weighing a whole 4 lbs, lol. She's in middle school now, doing well, thank God. It was totally different than my first baby (same dad, lol), who was 2 weeks LATE, weighed almost 9 lbs. It's bizarre how different pregnancies can be, I'm glad my docs took good care of me and my girl, it could have been SO much worse. If you're pregnant, it's so important to take care of yourself, do what your doctor tells you, and listen to your body if you think something's wrong.

[@munaqabamuttazawija9384]

oh waw what a miracle! God bless her ♥

[@christianmartin9574]

OGSpaceCadet my mom had it in was born at 26 weeks instead of 40 I weighed 1 pound 5.9 ounces

[@unicornemely2612]

OGSpaceCadet aw

[@jessicakershaw9549]

my mom had it as well I was born at 23 weeks.

[@ashleyself4903]

I had pre-e with my first. Luckily he made it to 39w4d gestation before being born, but was still only 6lbs14oz when I'd gained 92lbs from the water retention. My 2nd baby was born almost 2 months early and was 4lbs9oz and I had a healthy pregnancy other than early labor. It just shows that God has the last say.

[@andreachen799]

I watched this documentary a long time ago and I was very impressed, and now I want to revisit it. A premature birth can sometimes be heartbreaking news for both the family and the newborn. This means that these babies are often more fragile and need special care, and the development of various systems is not fully developed and they are prone to complications related to the respiratory system and the nervous system. Some of the factors that may lead to preterm birth include smoking, alcohol, environmental pollution, high levels of lead in the mother's body, etc. Knowing these factors in advance can help you stay away from these hazards during pregnancy, and at the same time evaluate your own situation when planning pregnancy. Of course, there are still many factors that may lead to premature birth, and a large part of the reason is physiological, such as multiple births and abnormal placenta. One out of every ten newborns in the United States is born prematurely, so in addition to avoiding factors that may lead to preterm birth at the individual level, it is also very important to improve the social well-being of premature babies at the social level. For example, improving existing medical methods, ensuring that all premature babies receive appropriate care, and establishing organizations to help premature babies develop and educate are all necessary. Hope all premature babies and families get the best support❤

[@dellchica2373]

I was 3lb born at 28 weeks. Im now 52 and still a fighter👌 thnx to a loving dad who had the patience and love to care for me till i was stronger.

[@Schoeben7925]

My heart goes out to any mom who has had to deal with this or a miscarriage - such a scary time to go through. You all are very strong ❤️

[@davidrobertson4231]

She feels cheated with her pregnancy? Umm mumm how about you concentrate on getting your baby to survive, I mean wouldn't that be whats the most important 🤔

[@moonwolf_akela2138]

I had my son at 25 weeks 1 day he is in nicu right now sometimes gets infections but he finished fighting off one it’s so hard for me all I been doing is crying n crying I still haven’t got to hold him

[@Merbella]

@moonwolf_akela2138 praying they made it home and you get to hold them everyday 🙏 ❤️

[@glebzhiglov7659]

my twins boy and girl were born on the 28th week of gestation, 3 months premature. we went through all the hell and misery of intensive care, I wouldn't wish that even upon my worst enemies.. the worst part was uncertainty where the doctors could not tell us anything definite as far as the babies' health in the future is concerned. prematurity can cause serious health issues for the rest of the child's life. God was kind to us: my children knock-knock-knock overcame all problems caused by prematurity. they are 12 y.o. now and it was certainly worth it every .minute and every effort we invested in them. May God help all premature babies and their parents!

[@alanna9563]

Gleb Zhiglov me and my twin brother were born 4 months early

[@glebzhiglov7659]

God bless you and our brother with health, wealth and long life. you guys are true God's miracle!

[@donsey100]

Heart breaking to split up the triplets. The poor parents.

[@stephaniebarrett6921]

Wonderful tat r they all ended up back together!

[@teresatv9209]

At least they have access to this kind of care.

[@Investigativebean]

The doctors, nurses, and volunteers that work in the NICU are incredible human beings. I have ridiculous amounts of respect for these people.

[@sonnyrizza588]

poor babies little angels can't imagine the stress and uncertainties that could come with a premee god bless those little sweethearts forever

[@thecatspajamas8918]

My son was 2 weeks early, weighed nearly 9 pounds, but had breathing difficulties so he spent about a week in NICU. Compared to the teeny tiny babies in NICU, he was a giant. We felt so guilty going in there to spend time with him because of how healthy he looked. He is 25 now and very healthy, but we were so scared at the time and so grateful we were able to bring him home when we did.

[@sallysellers9202]

I had a baby that spent 109 in the hospital. Born with a bad liver. Had transplant at a week old! I can totally understand what these parents are going thru! My baby is now grown and doing ok! Good luck to all these specail babies and there parents!

[@sweetbeeluvera1450]

It's amazing how resilient these babies are and how lucky they are to have such loving families!!

[@CB-jv6cj]

I'm so glad to see this documentary is old and that nowadays premature babies are able to be cared for so much better. I'm 30 weeks pregnant and have been seeing lots of ladies going into labor at anywhere from 22 weeks onwards in groups about ladies due in the same month and nowadays there's just so much possible which is a huge relieve.

[@janelliott8937]

These babies are sooo precious ❣️ I keep feeling so sad for all the aborted babies. I really can't believe this has gone on so long 😪! WAY TOO LONG!

[@bethroesch2156]

"Mother of God we've got 3 babies" lol. God bless them. I don't think I could handle. I have 3 but doing them one at a time was WORK. I had mad respect for these parents, doctors and nurses.

[@guttermouthgirl5135]

My boyfriend was born several months preme because his mom’s placenta detached, almost killed them both, and weighed just a little over 2lbs. He had a brain bleed at 3 days old causing Hydrocephalus. Severe headaches, many seizures later he had 5 brain surgeries for a Shunt. Then 3 eye surgeries to correct his eyes that were drifting outwards. He’s now 19 and the most amazing musical prodigy (drummer) rhythm has flowed through him since he was a toddler. I love watching these documentaries. All of these families are amazing and brave. I’m so proud of my boyfriend every day, especially when I watch videos like these and see what he went through. Been together 4 years.

[@joansucky1405]

I had 4 babies, 3 of which were premies. The first boy I had, was born at 40 weeks. My second son was a premie i had him 8 weeks b4 i was due. My third son was 9 1/2 weeks premature and finally my fourth son was 5 weeks premature. All 4 survived this ordeal. They r 38, 36, 20 and 18 yrs old. Love them all so very much. 💓💓💓💓

[@danamummabear9799]

This brought back so many memories. My daughter was born at 31 weeks and 1 day weighing 3lb 7oz, she spent 7 weeks in nicu. Premature babies are such strong little bubbas. My daughter makes me proud each and every day, I thank god for her each and every night. She's 10 and a half months old now

[@BloodSweatandFears]

I’m a little past 29 weeks and seeing how early some babies can be born and survive definitely put my mind at ease! I’ve had a couple scares and been put on bed rest, luckily everything went back to normal for now!

[@kagabazeldah2888]

My niece was born as a premature but she is very now and 4years old now she is the strongest baby. I love her so much and my love for her is unconditionally.

[@christinagould9807]

My uncle was a twin. He was a little under 2 pounds. His twin died, but my uncle lived to be a big guy. He was a veteran too. The nurses didn't know what to do, so they decided to try taking turns turning him over and over in an incubator around the clock. He was the "bigger" of the premies. He was born in 1948. He is in that hospital's history records as "The Gould baby"

[@candaceskeen7522]

Having child born too early is the scariest thing! My pregnant friend was in a car accident and she was ejected from the car! They had to deliver the baby but he is alive but is in rough shape... so very scary that he’s had major surgeries already and will have a very hard time... it is heartbreaking being born at just over 20 weeks, so frightening!!!!! I’m still watching this, it is devastating! The woman whom hit the mom and dads car was texting and driving and that to me is unacceptable as she has no injuries but the people she hit are one without teeth or use of legs and the other without use of one leg and was just a bubbly pregnant woman no in hospital with injuries and no baby and he is barely hanging on! Oh geesh I shouldn’t have started watching this! Tears the whole time!

[@dinonuggets7896]

The small baby is so precious 😱😱

[@monicahyland8641]

My son was born at 24 and a half weeks he weighed 1 pound 6 ounces , when she said, he doesn’t feel like my baby is 100% true. I couldn’t hold him for 3 months. He is 18 today , he is my little miracle baby boy.

[@madisonrose1576]

I watched this when I was pregnant. Little did I know my son would be born too soon…. I was incredibly knowledgeable. So thanks.

[@KashleeOdom]

I'm in the hospital now trying to keep my baby in due to placental abruption. I'm only 26 weeks. keep us in your prayers.

[@KashleeOdom]

Alysia Tillman he’s great. He was born at 30 weeks. He’s finally home after a 58 day NICU Stay.

[@thetemplefamily2019]

Kashlee Odom congrats! My baby is currently on day 42 & it’s been real tough 😢

[@geetaarora2816]

@@thetemplefamily2019 - mine was on 14 aug 2020,36 day today

[@kathybrem880]

I hope it went well with you

[@KashleeOdom]

@@kathybrem880 it did, thank you ! He was born at 30 weeks

[@zephyrr914]

I was born 3lbs in 1965. I feel very blessed.

[@helenamargarita7034]

Amen, same year I was born as well.

[@winnifredtorrence8418]

wow, she got to stay in hospital at the end of her pregnancy for the health of her and her babies. How fortunate. In the US we'd send her home & go "Best of luck. I hope there's someone at home to help you."

[@tiffanygantt2237]

im 32 weeks and got the teat my bby will be here in 14 days or less and gor the steroids to prepare bbys lungs i just hope and pray she wil be healthy with no complications

[@tiffanygantt2237]

they are sending me home even tho they know my bby is coming early i been having ongoing contractions since 12 tues and its thur and even tho the test say im going into labor in dats they are sending me home

[@lillianrocksthesims99]

tiffany gantt how are you now?

[@tiffanygantt2237]

Lillian Rocks The Sims im still with child they keep stopping it but they say within the next two weeks thanks for checking in tho

[@kaidanariko]

Nicole M that's why the us sucks. Here in Canada I had to be admitted overnight and away from home by 5 hours. Instead the nurses cleared out the room adjacent to me and spent the night as we didn't have the money for a room and he would have had to of slept in the car in the cold Canadian winter.

[@kathybrem880]

My dad was born at 28 weeks gestation 96 years ago. He’s gone now but he had five kids and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was born at home and they kept him warm in the bread warmer!

[@natashazarine5447]

What a great story!

[@nicoleharris4192]

Before I was born, my Mother had a premature baby. Her name was Meghan Rose, and she was at least a month premature. She had a sever genetic condition, and was born with one nostril, her eyes were fused shut, and 2 holes in her heart. She lived for a total of 10 hours, before passing away in my Father's arms. I remember my parents saying that one of the memories they will always cherish of that time, is that one of the nurses (they never found out who), knitted a tiny pink cap and dress, for their daughter. It ended up being the outfit she was buried in. That was more then 20 years ago. She now has a statue in her honor, sitting on our front porch. My niece (who shares her middle name), greets her every morning before school. I can't help but think, that my sister is watching over my niece.

[@arfamo6823]

Omo that's so sad...I can imagine the nurse knitting the cap and dress. I feel so sorry for your parents' loss.

[@mariapobje5692]

My sister passed away a long time ago.she always keep an eye on me.

[@jennjeffs4893]

A lot of women have a hard time being in a regular maternity ward when they have suffered a loss or premature birth... I am so thankful the hospital where I live has a separate area for them... its on the same floor but is respectfully separated from the other Term, healthy delivering mothers and babies. They don't have to stay there but can if they feel they need to. I really think its a great idea!

[@emilyhunt5066]

I was born at 33 weeks. I have a severe form of Scoliosis that caused me to have stunted growth, but other than that I'm fine.

[@valarie2547]

Emily Hunt have the docs tried thyroxine drugs

[@Ancheladamichelada]

I was born a few weeks early. Halloween is my birthday but due date eas around December 12th i believe. I also have scoliosis and my spine stopped growing at the age of 11 ish, as well as now i have a pacemaker in my sacral nerve due to nerve damage.

[@viviangoodwin7953]

I have scoliosis to. I'm 5 foot 4. Does scoliosis run in ur family? Cuz it does for me.

[@TheDayFilesvlogs]

Our daughter was born 15 weeks early. She was 1 pound 10 ounces. We documented her stay in the NICU for us to look back on and to help raise awareness. It's crazy to look back and see how far she's come. It still feels like she's 1 pound even though she's nearly 16 pounds now. We hope people who have had babies born too soon find comfort and hope from our videos.

[@HB-wu4kr]

Wow bad idea to watch this while pregnant 😔

[@katherinecai3986]

How's your baby doing? Still in tummy?

[@carlielucker7725]

How olds the baby now, congrats

[@luna-xl1xx]

bacon did you have your baby?

[@candaceskeen7522]

dead k00l yes, yes- very bad idea! Turn away honey!

[@nokitas815]

I'm 25 weeks rn n this video scaring me 😖lol

[@lindseymcquillan5329]

I had my twins at 26 weeks and 3 days due to pre-eclampsia. My daughter weighed 1lb 2.2oz and my son weighed 1lb 3.5oz both 12 inches long. They are now 18 months old, both happy and healthy and both just started walking🥰

[@LIBRAN-LOVE]

Every time I see prematures it makes me cry...I got 3 myself...gladly All 3 made it but it had such an impact...1st boy(9w. early 3 pounds) almost lost his life after 5 weeks cause of mistakes by the staff. After 2 weeks on IC he was doing better...now 18 but he has some brain damage after being short of oxygen. 2nd boy he was early(7w.early 4 pounds) but managed well, till now he's 13, my girl almost cost mine and her life after having HELLPSYNDROME born 9 w.early and 2 weeks behind in growing only 2 pounds, they had to take her out to at least save 1 life... gladly she made it, now 9 years...They're so strong, willing to live...infections are the worst enemies in this "process"...Lot of strength to all moms who have to go through this...much much love to you big hugs💕

[@kaitd3816]

I'm currently 30 weeks pregnant and watching this scares me!!! Stay in there my little lady. I'm not ready for you yet!!!!

[@lebronjames5601]

My mother went into labor when she was 27 weeks. She was healthy and had a normal pregnancy up to that point. When she got to the hospital she was given medication to stop my imminent birth. Luckily she responded to treatment plus was on bed rest while hospitalized for 3 weeks. I was born weighing 3lb 2oz and 17 inches long on 12/25/93. I only needed cpap for two hours and spent 4 weeks to catch up on the weight in the nicu. Today, I’m a resident in the same hospital I was born in. Oh I’m 6’5” tall quite a difference from my humble beginnings.

[@kmfox4982]

I would absolutely love to see the update on these babies. Life is so precious.

[@paooccena2512]

Me i was born 6months and three weeks in manila now i'm 27 years old.. I'm glad and thankful for the doctors and nurses that cared for me when I was born. Dont loose hope everything will be okay

[@angeldaniel7360]

Every pregnancy is different!!! This babies are miracles!!!! My second son was born early too i am soo blessed!!!!

[@kokainejane773]

I had my daughter at 32 weeks... I also had a friend give birth to her son at 32 at the same time... My daughter made it😍she is now 11,5'8 and smart as ever.....

[@tiffanymarkins6769]

I was born at 3 pounds and 2 oz I died 4 times but I made it I am a mother of 2 and marred

[@tammyluvinlife8877]

umm how did you come back alive then? maybe you didnt die

[@laneyperez]

Tammy Luvin Life if ur heart stops your dead. So..... but her heart came back to life so that’s how!

[@tammyluvinlife8877]

@@laneyperez ok?

[@ziagochenaur2980]

@@tammyluvinlife8877 they revive you

[@tammyluvinlife8877]

@@ziagochenaur2980 How?

[@katyaclark1766]

I was born 4 months early, at one lbs ten ounces. My twin sister had sadly died. She was even smaller.

[@jamiedrake5882]

I'm sure that was so hard on your parents and for you to be without your twin. But, your parents are blessed to have you!!!

[@natashaletourneau5368]

I’m just so blessed that I’ve made it this far !!! 27 weeks with my 1st son! Bryson 💙

[@christinapemble49]

Same

[@myreality5959]

24+1 with my first son

[@laurhhhhn]

Me and my brother were born 2 months early. They were afraid that I was going to die because they couldn't hear my heart beat so they had to give my mom a emergency c-section. When we were born me and my brother could fit in each of my dads hands. I also had to stay in the hospital for a month afterwards. Now I know what my family went through and I feel really bad about it

[@haleysawyer7241]

Lauren Grzeczka I can understand how you feel, I was a month premature myself. I was born 5lbs 8ozs and lost weight in the hospital, which is almost unheard of. I was still in 'womb mode' and would sleep excessively. My mother tried to breastfeed but I had trouble latching and had to be bottle fed. Whenever I needed to be fed, my parents or who ever was feeding me would have to flick the bottoms of my feet to keep me awake during the feeding. I had breathing problems for months afterwards, and had to undergo breathing treatments for most of my 1st year. I know that what my family experienced, while certaintly not the worst, was taxing and stressful. I also know however, that it was completely out of anyones control, as was your situation I assume.

[@olivialemus9965]

k lp

[@rainbowhistory2107]

Lauren, please don't feel bad about what your family went through. My twins were born 12 weeks early, we lost our boy at 4 days old and his sister is a healthy & happy 12 year old. As a first time parent, it was scary, upsetting but also had a lot of moments of joy. I have heaps of happy memories about my daughter's 10 weeks in hospital. I can honestly say it made me a better parent and 12 years later - we have a very close bond that I truly believe was strengthened by what I saw HER go through, as a tiny fragile baby. She fought to survive, I fought along side with her - all the way.

[@jjay8133]

omg my bro had the exact same story (btw now he's 13)

[@nerapiamon7117]

Lauren Grzeczka

[@momoto3girlsand1boy]

i had my son at 24 weeks and i can tell you miracles happen my son weighed 1 pound 12 ozs and hes perfectly fine hes nine so dont give up hope

[@brookeguerrero2537]

My nephew was born at 25 weeks, he was a pound and 11oz. He was in the Nicu for 4 months. He is now 2 almost 3. He is amazing and is learning! 😍

[@Liliththelizard]

My son is born at 23 weeks, his skin was see through, red and rubbery and I was barely allowed to touch his hand for the first week. He's now 2 months old, and going strong in the nicu 💪🏽

[@rsdh476]

How is your baby now?

[@MsShannaK]

26:19-27:06......... I felt that. My heart broke for her when she reached out and wanted to hold her baby but couldn’t. That has to be a very different feeling. Probably a mix of a lot of feelings. When they took my girls from me at the hospital after birth just to wash them and weigh them I was very internally annoyed... knowing it was procedure. Bless these honey babies and their parents and the nurses and doctors and staff that care for them during the fragile times.

[@afuabacchus180]

This is so heart broken for these mother's and family.

[@mbrisbourne]

God bless all the hero's saving these little babies.

[@neopededu]

Very good video. As a neonatologist, I agree with its general message of hope. Every parent of a premature baby currently in the NICU should watch that. It touches on very important issues and depicts parental worries very well.

[@mijahburns94]

Currently watching while 7 months pregnant bc I wanted to educate myself but I just Thank God for my son’s health and such a smooth pregnancy 🙏🏾🥰 these families are so strong I wish there was an update 😩

[@sandrarawn2147]

🇨🇦 I'm so so happy for this family! With everything they and their babys have gone through! It takes alot of love and strength to come through all of this. God Bless this family and their 5 children!

[@marklee702]

I was born 6 weeks early, at 4lbs 6oz. I never had any complications, as my mom was very healthy as well, so I was lucky. My second cousin in Geneva, his aunt had a miscarriage, delivered at 19 weeks (!!!), and somehow, both his aunt and his cousin survived with flying colours. God is so good.

[@karenmccabe2371]

What a horrifying journey for these parents! 💔 God bless them all!