The premature baby from Singapore was born at 22 weeks old and is now 5 years old. This is a miraculous event for her, as she is also the only survivor born in the first trimester of pregnancy in this country.
Dr. Tan Phi Ling, Department of Neonatology, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, said: [Kiew] She is the only patient in Singapore to survive at 22 weeks of pregnancy, making her an extremely rare and unique case. ”
Chelsea, who weighed just 1 pound, 12 ounces at birth, spent about five months in the hospital to grow stronger and overcome health obstacles.
Chelsea’s mother, Madam Ling Xiao Qi, recalled that her birth with Chelsea began unexpectedly at home. “I was petrified. But when I heard her crying, I knew at least she was alive,” Lin said. Her husband, Raymond Cue, helped Chelsea deliver the baby with the help of emergency medical staff over the phone.
When Chelsea was born, she was very active and had a high heart rate. However, at some point during her hospitalization, she required her 100% oxygen and ventilator support. She was later diagnosed with a chronic lung disease and required breathing support for nine months after being discharged from the hospital.
Her father remembers when Chelsea was in the hospital. We believe that this kind of support is essential for premature babies. ” That love and support really paid off. Now, with only regular check-ups, Chelsea can now breathe easily when she paints, dances, and sings. The only permanent health condition she currently has to monitor is a hole in her heart.
At 5 years old, “she’s a little introverted,” her father says. “She spends a lot of time observing you before playing with you. She’s very smart. When I come home from work tired, she covers me with a blanket. .”
There is other The kids to be born in 21 weeks and 22 weeks Once they received proper medical support, they grew rapidly and had the opportunity to explore the wonderful world around them. Chelsea and other children like her need support and resources to reach their full potential and grow.
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