Today, parents all over social media took a few minutes to go back in time to a perilous, precious moment: the moment their child was born premature. Harrowing tales, tear-worthy reports, and heartfelt celebrations were all shared.
Together, these parents gave the world a picture today. Communicated in thousands of images, the worldwide picture reminded us all that every human is valuable, no matter how small. Regardless of their age, size, or level of development, each human being is worth fighting for – especially at their most vulnerable moments.
I know what it's like to fight for your life. Join #WorldPrematurityDay to raise awareness❤️ https://t.co/Y4CtKahBQa pic.twitter.com/HE3lmo6cHQ
— AllyBrooke Hernandez (@AllyBrooke) November 17, 2015
Baby Toby, born premature at 24 weeks, is inspiring change. WATCH: https://t.co/rpLioFmtZP #WorldPrematurityDay pic.twitter.com/1GJzgXFNbT
— Lila Rose (@LilaGraceRose) November 17, 2015
Julie Moore shared this on Facebook:
In honor of World Prematurity Day; here is a moment from the NICU when Gracie was a day old. She was born at 26 weeks at 1 pound 11 ounces. We have had our bumps along the way but I couldn’t be more thankful to our Heavenly Father for this mighty, mighty girl! I say “moment” but it seemed like a lifetime that she was in the NICU (116 days to be exact!) We are so grateful to all the nurses, doctors, specialists, family and friends that surrounded us with love, comfort and wisdom. During a very stressful moment when I was in labor, a dear friend looked into my eyes and stated with confidence, “You just remember Who is in control,” an amazing reminder that I hold on to still.
Gracie Moore at 26 weeks
Gracie Moore today
Jami Pollitt and her adorable son Emerson joined us for #WorldPrematurityDay at #bcwomens @CTVVancouver @CTVYVR pic.twitter.com/q6YEw5lRpQ
— BCWomen's Foundation (@BCWomensFdn) November 17, 2015
With medical care, preemies can survive at 23 wks. Tragically, it's legal to abort such babies. #WorldPrematurityDay https://t.co/Sd1iqzV2gl
— Live Action (@LiveAction) November 17, 2015
It's #WorldPrematurityDay and I could not be more thankful for this little miracle. Thank you, Lord. pic.twitter.com/QBeB7EQqT6
— hispanic! atthedisco (@tachitabadillo) November 17, 2015
Tomorrow is #WorldPrematurityDay. 1 in 10 babies are born premature. 2 out of 4 of mine were. #itdoesnthavetohurt pic.twitter.com/R5jFW87uyg
— Christine Chambers (@DrCChambers) November 16, 2015
Abayanesu's daughter was born a month premature. Mother kangaroo care helped save her life. #WorldPrematurityDay pic.twitter.com/mRb6jRXvJC
— Save the Children UK (@savechildrenuk) November 17, 2015
so today's #WorldPrematurityDay and I was a premmie so happy premmie day to all my premmies out there!!!!!!!
— Maggie Lindemann (@MaggieLindemann) November 17, 2015
Over one hundred people tweeted out this photo:
Our eldest 19 years ago. Happy #WorldPrematurityDay to all the families who've walked this path pic.twitter.com/u2qHKEjlxL
— Julia Hanigsberg (@Hanigsberg) November 17, 2015
Baby Born at 23 Weeks → https://t.co/SIHGw8qXuM
Even littlest lives are viable & worth saving#WorldPrematurityDay pic.twitter.com/0ETEuAelQH— Bound4LIFE (@Bound4LIFE) November 17, 2015
@AllyBrooke #WorldPrematurityDay #AllyforMarchofDimes pic.twitter.com/3QP8IziBym
— Steh ☀☁ 7/27 (@Drew_5H) November 17, 2015
The humanity of these babies, born premature, shows us why we must protect the preborn. #worldprematurityday pic.twitter.com/clx86E1Ks0
— Lila Rose (@LilaGraceRose) November 17, 2015
2day is #WorldPrematurityDay so i dedicate this 2 little Jack who was born premature but now is a strong little man pic.twitter.com/nvV31C0ykn
— Vanesa ❤️ (@nessiecrisslove) November 17, 2015
"They are not just #NICU nurses, they are warriors. They are heroes." #WorldPrematurityDay https://t.co/9EzHT0b5oL pic.twitter.com/lY8FrI3UG3
— Babble (@BabbleEditors) November 17, 2015
RT to congratulate Mario! He was born 2+ months early. Now he's a happy, healthy 5-year-old! #WorldPrematurityDay pic.twitter.com/E2botwr6ej
— UCSF Benioff SF (@UCSFChildrens) November 17, 2015
One Twitter user wrote: “More preemies deserve to have a chance at life. We’re so happy our miracle baby is with us.”
Indeed, more babies of every age – from day one of their existence – deserve a chance at life. Every human being is a new miracle.
