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Nova – Born at 27weeks

As told by mum, Ella My journey began when my doctor told me I’d find it hard to conceive due to PCOS and that IVF might be the only way we would be able to become parents. We were extremely fortunate that in January 2023 I fell pregnant naturally. The start of my pregnancy, I…

Emily – 24 Weeks, Reflecting Back One Year Later

As told by mum, Kristin It seems quite fitting that we have been reflecting a lot on the past year as we approach our daughter’s 1st birthday. This last year we have experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows and has been the hardest and most challenging of my life. Although we…

Violet – 27 Weeks Gestation

As told by mum, Aleisha, We did IVF to have our daughter due to my husband (Nic) having Huntingtons disease. My pregnancy was difficult, I suffered from a subchorionic haemorrhage and hyperemesis graviderum. I went to the doctors at 26+3 weeks gestation because I was feeling 'off' and my blood pressure was alarmingly high and…

Our story – Beau Taylor

May Newsletter

Vinnie – Our Full Term Journey

As told by mum Emily My name is Emily and this is the story of how our son Vinnie was born full term (four days overdue in fact) and required NICU support. My pregnancy with Vinnie was uncomplicated. I had all the testing you can opt for and opted to have my lead maternity carer…

Mothers Day in NICU

Family Assistance Fund

The Little Miracles Trust administers donations to assist whānau facing hardship, working in partnership with neonatal intensive care and special care baby units to make informed decisions. We use the following list to guide decision-making, alongside information from the unit team: Whānau impacted by severe financial hardship in more than one area (e.g. food, travel,…

My First Mothers Day

As told by mum Vanessa Last year's Mother's Day held an extraordinary significance for me—it was my first as a mother.  My son, born prematurely at 27 weeks and 1 day, weighing just 634 grams, was nothing short of a miracle. Throughout my pregnancy, we braced ourselves for potential lifelong challenges for him, if he even…

Within the NICU Walls: Isabelle’s Life-Saving Sanctuary

Alexia and Indie

As told by parents Clare & Paul We are the people you hear about who decide to have a third child and then end up with a bonus one! But it was such a journey to get them both here. We are incredible lucky and so very grateful to the wonderful doctors and nurses at…

Superhero Senseathon 2024

Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense NZ Superhero Senseathon 2024 This May, Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense classes across Aotearoa New Zealand will be running special Superhero Senseathon classes to raise funds to support the Little Miracles Trust and our vital work. You can join in the fun by attending one of the special Superhero Senseathon themed…

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“The resources, care, and encouragement you offer help turn overwhelming times into something a little more manageable, and we’re so grateful for the work you do. It means the world to families in neonatal care to know they’re not alone, and you make sure of that every single day”

“Shoutout to your amazing ladies in Waikato & Auckland NICU. We have finally been discharged from Rotorua today back home to Taupo after being in Waikato & a couple of small stints in Auckland… (Our baby) is smashing it and we’re such proud parents. Your support was amazing! Thank you.”

“I take my wee purple bag everywhere for my son’s tubie bits and pieces. I cannot count the amount of times that little purple bag has helped to strike up a conversation and connected me with other NICU mums”

“This really helped me to step away for even just an hour when I was in SCBU with my boy recently… Plus the korero was super helpful & put me at ease. The sweet treats were pretty awesome too. Jess is amazing”

“It was such a blessing during our unexpected challenging time. It definitely helped us to buy baby items and save money for two weeks. Thank you for being amazing and doing a wonderful service “

“Such a great playgroup!”

“We ended up spending 19 days in SCBU with Jasper, which included Christmas Day. We did not expect the amazing, kind and useful presents from Little Miracles at all, and it made the hugest difference to what was a pretty grim day for us. I was absolutely blown away and in tears. Such unexpected generosity at such a vulnerable time… I’ll remember that forever.”

“Receiving your thoughtful gift pack today brought a tear to our eyes. It was truly heartwarming to see the care and consideration put into every detail, including the te reo Māori milestone cards, which deeply resonate with our values and culture. Your kindness has brought a ray of light into our lives during a time of uncertainty, and for that, we are forever grateful.”

“Thank you so much for granting us the six breast feeding pillows. They have been so well received and well utilised. Many thanks once again from all of us in Hawkes Bay”

“The resources, care, and encouragement you offer help turn overwhelming times into something a little more manageable, and we’re so grateful for the work you do. It means the world to families in neonatal care to know they’re not alone, and you make sure of that every single day”