Caleb

Child's Birth Year
2012

State/Province/Territory
California

NICU Hospital for my journey
MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

My NICU Graduate's Journey
Caleb came into this world as a 25 weeker because his mom had preeclampsia. He wasn’t growing so he was the size of a 21 weeker. He was 14oz and just fought every day to keep growing and fighting for his life. At that time, he was the smallest baby born at the hospital without major complications. He had the best care from his NICU team was able to go home after 5 months.

What makes you proud of your NICU graduate?
Caleb has always been strong and mighty! They called him Mighty Mouse in the hospital. He is a thriving boy with the best personality. He’s very tough, kind, funny and a good friend!

Weight at Birth (lbs. or Grams)
397 grams

Weeks Gestation
25 weeks 1 day

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