MY STORY

This is something I will be joining every year. As many of you know I gave birth to a premature baby. I was nearly 35 weeks in pregnancy before pre-eclampsia was a huge fear and started impacting my health and his. It was too dangerous for me to continue on with the pregnancy and I had to be induced early. It was terrifying, especially as a first time mother. Stefan was a strong boy! He needed a ng tube for feeding and was in the NICU for 11 days. Thankfully, Stefan's lungs were developed and didnt need any oxygen and he was breathing on his own. Today, nearly a year old, he is going strong! I couldnt thank Hinsdale NICU staff enough for their great care and teaching during that scary and nervous time.

March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all babies and their moms. Please help by donating to this great cause! Not only is this helping prematurity, but for birth defects, the loss of babies who were too sick, help mothers in need of financial help, and so much more!
https://www.marchforbabies.org/Stefan02

Every day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick. I’m walking in March for Babies because I want to do something about this. And I need your help. Please support my walk. Making a secure donation is easy: just click the 'donate now' button on this page. Thank you for helping me give all babies a healthy start!

When it comes to giving families the best possible start, we all have the power to help.

March of Dimes is dedicated to bringing people together to tackle America's maternal and infant health crisis—one person, one community, and one step at a time. More than a series of walks, March for Babies is an annual tradition that supports moms and babies every day, every step of the way.

March for Babies connects friends, families, and coworkers to improve the health of families nationwide. Together with March of Dimes, each step forward brings us closer to a healthy future for all.

Thank you for your support!


$0
Fundraising goal: $500
36 days
left until the event!
Sunday, May 17, 2026
0 Donors | 32 Visitors

My achievements

Badge Badge Badge

National partners

Publix Logo HCA Healthcare Logo
Become a partner

Thank you to our local sponsors

Bronze