Clik here to view.
NICU parents aren't visitors - they are part of their baby’s care team
Written by Miracle Babies Foundation Founder, Melinda Cruz This is not a new photo.This is me in 2004, with my second son Dillon on his 10th day in this world. He was born at 27 weeks (13 weeks too...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Mental health concerns and vulnerability impacting Miracle families during...
The current climate of uncertainty around COVID-19 can bring out feelings of fear and anxiety. We already know families of preterm babies are more likely to suffer postnatal depression and anxiety, and...
View ArticleMiracle Babies newest board member is 'inspired' and 'motivated'
The Miracle Babies Foundation is excited to welcome Jacqui Barrett as the newest member to our Board of Directors.Jacqui is a Partner in the Corporate and Commercial team at Hall & Wilcox. She has...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Helping families transition from hospital to home
Every year in Australia, more than 48,000 babies are born premature or sick and these babies can spend anywhere from up to one year in hospital. For families finally able to take their baby home, it...
View ArticleClik here to view.
3 important ways to improve your mental health during COVID-19
This year has been a year like no other, with bushfires, floods, drought and now COVID-19. 2020 is a year that is taking a toll on all facets of our country, from the individual level all the way to an...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Kangaroo cuddles helped NICU baby thrive
Today, May 15, is International Kangaroo Care Awareness Day. Kangaroo care or skin-to-skin care is a special way parents and carers can spend time holding their babyIn kangaroo care, babies usually...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Know the symptoms of the most common serious pregnancy disorder
Preeclampsia is the most common serious medical disorder during pregnancy, affecting as many as 10% of pregnancies. Whilst is usually arises during the second half of pregnancy, it can occur earlier....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Recognising a grandparent's journey
When a family travels the difficult journey of welcoming a premature or sick baby into the world, it isn't just the parents or carers who are impacted. The whole family feels the reality and shares in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A smart way to give #DonateAtWork
We know times are tough and there is a lot of uncertainty right now. Whilst you may be looking to make a difference, you might be worried about stretching yourself too thin. We understand. That’s why...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Kangaroo Care Chairs for important skin-to-skin contact
Our Kangaroo Care Awareness campaign was a success with many families sharing photos and stories about how important kangaroo cuddles has been for them. Kangaroo care or skin-to-skin care is a special...
View ArticleClik here to view.
An eco-friendly gift that keeps giving for our Proud Grandparent’s Project
As part of our new campaign the Proud Grandparent’s Project, the wonderful people at Plantacard have donated 200 beautiful seed-infused cards as a gift for the first 200 donations of $50 or more to the...
View ArticlePractical advice and tips for NICU/SCN parents from other parents
Coping with having a premature or sick newborn in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) or special care nursery (SCN) can be extremely difficult. It can be also be a very stressful and lonely time for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
8 things I wish I knew as a NICU Dad
8 things I wish I knew as a NICU DadIt’s Men’s Health Week (June 15-21), an important time to shine light on all areas affecting men’s well-being. For fathers of premature or sick newborns, the journey...
View ArticleClik here to view.
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian's surprise visit to Miracle Babies office
This week Miracle Babies Foundation head office was treated to a surprise visit from NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Holsworthy state Liberal MP Melanie Gibbons.As part of their ongoing backing of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The complex and emotional final step in many IVF journeys
For decades the IVF journey has helped many families become pregnant in the face of infertility issues. However, an often less thought about aspect is what to do with unused embryos at the end of the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Zero separation: Keeping preterm and sick babies close to their parents
Across Australia families have experienced the anguish and heartache of being separated from their loved ones amid the COVID-19 pandemic and lock down restrictions.Sadly, this painful experience is a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
BabyLove continue to support more families going home with their newborn
For families who have had a premature or sick newborn, going home is a very special milestone. Often, it can feel as if this day would never come.For many families, leaving the NICU with their...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Thank you to WaterWipes for supporting a further 149 families in 2020
Since 2016, WaterWipes has supported Miracle Babies Foundation to provide wipes suitable for vulnerable newborns as part of Miracle Babies’ NICU Survival Pack. These packs are provided to families in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
World Breastfeeding Week - Sustaining Breastfeeding Together
By Melinda CruzBefore your baby is born, you spend time imagining their birth and how you would care for them. You may have even spent time thinking about how you planned to feed your little one after...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Supporting our miracle community during the ever-evolving COVID-19 pandemic
Miracle Babies Foundation is continuing to support families with premature or sick babies who are feeling isolated due to the ongoing pandemic. Families like Miracle Mum Kiara, who welcomed her darling...
View ArticleMiracle Babies representing families in new standards to measure and improve...
Miracle Babies Foundation is proud to be an integral part of a newly announced set of standards that will help measure and improve the health outcomes of sick and premature babies.The Preterm and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
New Pregnancy Support brand, Natalis, partnering with Miracle Babies...
Natalis Pregnancy - Making a positive difference to women, newborns and the wider communityMiracle Babies Foundation is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with newly launched Pregnancy...
View ArticleClik here to view.
15 Years of Nurturing
2020 marks '15 Years of Nurturing' premature and sick newborns and their families for the Miracle Babies Foundation.What started as a way to support other families going through the NICU (Neonatal...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Miracle Moon Walk is back 27th March, 2021
It's back! The Miracle Moon Walk is a special event that aims to raise important funds to support more families across Australia with a premature or sick newborn via the Miracle Babies NurtureProgram....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Natalis to support 100 grieving families, in honour of Pregnancy and Infant...
Every year in Australia approximately 48,000 babies are born requiring the help of a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or Special Care Nursery. Of the 48,000 requiring specialised care, up to 1,000 of these...
View Article
