Too Tiny to See His Face in NICU
Cherrie and Brad meet their son Elias for the first time in the NICU, so small and fragile they felt he couldn’t be touched, until he reached out and held their fingers to his chest.
“I’ve Never Seen a Baby So Small”
“He was a scary, tiny baby,” Cherrie recalls seeing her son for the first time.
Telling her story four months later, her voice still cracks with emotion. “I’ve never seen a baby so small.”
When this new mother first saw the miniature infant, she felt he was so fragile he couldn’t be touched.
A Connection From That Moment
“We went over and touched his chest,” Cherrie’s voice cracked again.
“Our little Elias took his hand, encircled our fingers, and held us to his chest. Elias, Brad, and me. There was a connection from that moment. We just knew we were each other’s.”
Peace of Mind for the Birth Mother
The birth mother witnessed this scene and later explained how seeing the three together gave her peace of mind. She was so grateful for what happened.
None of the parents, the potential adoptive parents, or the birth mother had seen the baby’s face because of the breathing apparatus.
For Two Months, the Child and the Parents Bonded in the NICU
Read the journal written in Elias’ voice.
FAQ - Simple
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with guidance from NICU staff. Gentle touch can be an important part of early bonding.
Many describe it as reassuring, a sign that their baby is already loved and in the right place.
Outcomes vary, but many extremely premature babies go on to thrive with strong NICU care and support.
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