Tuff Born, born at 22 weeks and one day, survived after three resuscitation attempts and 136 days in the NICU. His parents, Michaela and Jake, were initially told survival was unlikely without major health issues. Michaela experienced complications necessitating an emergency cerclage procedure during pregnancy. After a brief postpartum bedrest, she first saw Tuff when he was two days old, noting his extreme fragility and weight loss. Tuff's remarkable journey illustrates incredible advancements in neonatal care and the resilience of both infants and their families.
Tuff Born was born at 22 weeks and one day, and despite the odds against him, he survived after 136 days in the NICU.
Doctors warned that if Tuff survived, he would likely be reliant on medical equipment and have no quality of life, but he has defied those expectations.
Michaela had an emergency cerclage procedure at 19 weeks to delay labor, and after her water broke, Tuff was born just two hours later.
Michaela first saw Tuff in the NICU and noted his small size and appearance, describing him as shiny and gelatinous with significant bruising.
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