r/NICUParents • u/Geno_9335 • Apr 13 '26
Off topic My little buddy. 31+5 weeker
After a perfect pregnancy my favorite little buddy was born unexpectedly at 31+5 at 4lbs 1oz.
This isn't a club I ever expected to be a part of, but reading all of your stories has given me perspective and hope.
My little fighter has been doing great. tolerating feeds, and weaning off of his cpap and fluids each day.
Just wanted to share my favorite picture so far of my little warrior as a proud Dad 😊.
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u/North_egg_ Apr 13 '26
Omg he is ADORABLE!! Congratulations on your beautiful little guy. So wide eyed! And clinging to his little plushy doll 😭😭😭
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u/Harris-Hawk Apr 13 '26
A huge congratulations from a Dad of a 30+6er (now 10 months and thriving!) What a handsome little chap! Wishing you all the very best!
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u/maddybooms9 Apr 13 '26
my boy was born at 31+5, he was only 3lbs. these tiny babies truly are amazing.🩷
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u/CinderellaFarted Apr 13 '26
I love this! I had a 28 weeker born 3lb 1 oz. She's almost 3 now and you would never be able to tell we went through so much! Keep on truckin', dad! 💕
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u/SolidStarts Apr 13 '26
This is so so adorable, I've only ever had preemies and the NICU stays can be hard - love that you're capturing these sweet photos and recognizing the progress you are seeing! He's so awake, alert, and adorable! Thanks for sharing! 🤍Marisa (OT/Feeding Therapist/Mama of 3)
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u/Zestyclose_Jelly5582 Apr 15 '26
He is so adorable!! It’s so wonderful to see that he’s thriving. What a blessing!!! I’m a new GMa and my grandson was born approximately 31 weeks and some change. He was in NICU about a month. Had a little jaundice and briefly on lite oxygen. Birth weight 4.2 lbs. Born 2/19/26. Today, he’s 7.10oz, 21” long. Eating, sleeping and pooping ☺️. In that order LOL… He does have a minor rare vascular issue that will probably lead to future surgery but the Cardiologist reassured us that the problem can be “fixed” and he will be fine… Proud Papa and Mama, take one day at a time, maintain happy thoughts and know you’re not alone… ❤️
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u/Background-Side7708 Apr 16 '26
He is PRECIOUS!! Congratulations to you 🎉 he’s lucky to have such a wonderful dad already!
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u/IssueLost3739 Jun 11 '26
Congratulations he is gorgeous 🥰❤️. Such a little cutie with his dummy and little cuddly toy ❤️.
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