The day I found out I was pregnant, I figured I would be one of those first time mothers that would have a “normal delivery”. That was, until about half way through my pregnancy, when some complications started. I was having blood pressure problems, swelling, and was told I needed to stop working. Then, the doctor’s appointments went from once a month to once a week for about 2 months in order to have stress tests done every time I was there. 

During one of those stays, the doctors decided to give me a steroid shot to help with my son’s lung development. I had no idea I would have him 4 days later! This was 7 weeks before my due date, and I was scared! 

Kolton was born via c-section, weighing in at 4lbs. 9oz. and 18 inches long. He progressed well and his NICU stay only lasted 2 ½ weeks before he came home. However, during his stay in the NICU, we had no clothing small enough to fit him. The hospital had some clothing but not a lot.

So starting that day, I decided I needed to help this hospital and the hundreds of babies and parents that have to visit the NICU. This is when “PJs for Preemies” was started.