Premature birth.

1 in 10 babies is born prematurely (less than 37 weeks). A baby born before 37 weeks gestation is called premature or preterm. The closer the baby is to full term, the greater the chances of surviving. Sadly, less than half of the babies born between 23 and 25 weeks survive. But with the right medical equipment provided by the Bonnie Babes Foundation, we can help save babies lives.

Despite only a 40% chance of survival for any baby at 24 weeks, and even less for twin’s, Sophie & Millie were born at 24 weeks, weighing 530g & 540g. Having coped through a number of miscarriages and a 33 week stillbirth, these are Rose & Jim’s miracle babies. Born in December 1998, with much medical equipment provided by the Bonnie Babes Foundation the girls went home in May 1999. And despite the odds at the age of 7 the girls were told they are completely healthy and at the same development level of other children their age. Millie & Sophie are happy healthy energetic children who have just celebrated their 10th birthday.