Incredible photos of baby Ward, born at 25 weeks, show the miracle of life

Father Benjamin Scot Miller is sharing the amazing story of his son, Ward, who was born extremely premature at 25 weeks. Miller’s powerful photos and video document Ward’s journey in the neonatal intensive care unit, and his progression out of the hospital through his first years.

Now a healthy, thriving boy, Ward’s life shows how babies born extremely premature can survive with medical treatment. For a baby who spent his first 107 days in the hospital, the gift of life is even more precious.

My firstborn, little Ward Miles came 15 weeks early yesterday. Long way to go, but he is a fighter. Please keep him in your prayers!

A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Jul 17, 2012 at 12:05pm PDT

Just to give you an idea of how small my little guy is… A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Jul 17, 2012 at 2:49pm PDT

 

1st time I was able to hold my son. Proud daddy.   A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Jul 21, 2012 at 7:38am PDT

 

#fromwhereistand   A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Dec 30, 2012 at 4:09pm PST

 

A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Aug 28, 2012 at 8:25pm PDT

Today is Lyndsey’s first official Mother’s Day. She has been an amazing mother to our son Ward. There have been many ups and downs and she has handled all of the situations with patience, strength, and love. She is an outdtanding mother! I am so happy to have her as my wife, and know that Ward will someday soon understand how lucky he is to have her as his momma! Love you Lyndsey! – Ben, Ward, Mc, and Samson.

A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on May 12, 2013 at 7:30pm PDT

Hard to believe that today is #wardmiles 1st birthday!!! This year has flown by. Can’t wait for the many more to come :)

A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Jul 16, 2013 at 5:33am PDT

Ward loves his balloons. #wardmiles   A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Jan 26, 2014 at 12:03pm PST

Hard to believe that today marks the 5th year Lyndsey and I have been married. Time flies! Love you babe! Looking forward to many more years to come! #anniversary

A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on May 1, 2014 at 6:04pm PDT

Here, #wardmiles and I are checking out the view out the plane window. This was the first time he had flown when he was able to comprehend it. He loved it and really enjoyed looking down on the world. He pointed out all the ‘big clouds’ and informed me every time we were turning. Not sure why I look so orange. I swear I don’t spray tan!   A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Mar 27, 2015 at 5:55pm PDT

Two years ago today, Lyndsey and I brought Ward home from the hospital! So blessed to watch him come so far. This photo was taken last year on the Hasselblad. #wardmiles #filmisnotdead #blessed   A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Oct 31, 2014 at 4:01pm PDT

Exploring some mini tide pools at Torrey Pines State Beach #wardmiles A photo posted by Benjamin (@3enjamin5cot) on Mar 28, 2015 at 6:53pm PDT