Shannon DiPalmo

I joined the movement to create positive change for moms and babies everywhere, especially those most at risk. 

On March 20th, 2025 we welcomed our beautiful miracle, Lucillia Rose, after her being growth restricted in the womb due to placental insufficiency. Born at 1 lb 8 oz and 10 inches - the incredible work of Brigham and Women’s NICU was life saving, time and time again. Lucy experienced severe respiratory distress and pulmonary hypertension early in her life; and, each and every individual in that NICU moved mountains to fight for Lucy... We are truly honored to walk for BWH Strollers, as the medicine and miracles they perform daily is downright incredible. Their expertise in micro premies is second to none. Fast forward, Lucy transferred to Boston Children’s NICU for a tracheostomy and GJ due to severe broncopulmonary dysplasia. Children’s gave Lucy a chance to thrive without wires and dedicated incredible time and energy to her preparations and discharge home. Their expertise and specialities on babies like Lucy will chronic lung disease continues to amaze us and empower her. Lucy spent 264 days inpatient and is now thriving at home with the support of an incredible home nursing team and our home “village”… We will never be able to thank everyone adequately for their love and dedication to our daughter (and her biggest fans - her older brothers). But, we will forever do what we can to give back…!

With preterm birth and maternal death rates continuing to rise, I’m committed to raising funds so that every family gets the best possible start. But I need your help. 

Please visit my fundraising page to make a donation. Together we’ll be part of a movement to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.