Gideon

Child's Birth Year
2023

State/Province/Territory
Texas

NICU Hospital for my journey
Odessa Regional Medical Center

My NICU Graduate's Journey
Gideon is a twin who was born at 36 weeks weighing 4 lbs 5 Oz. He had his chord wrapped around his neck twice resulting in a traumatic brain injury at birth which led to Cerebral Palsy. He has always been tough and ready to pull through.

What makes you proud of your NICU graduate?
No matter the set backs or difficulty, he doesn't let anything stop him from experiencing new things or learning opportunities. Always sweet and silly, he gives me courage to keep going no matter what is against me, the way he always has himself.

Weight at Birth (lbs. or Grams)
4 lbs, 5 oz

Weeks Gestation
36 Weeks

Time spent in the NICU (Specify Number of Days, Months, or Years)
23 Days