28 May 2014

Olive & The Volcano - Letterpress & Papergoods Studio Donation

Thank you so much to Olive and the Volcano Letterpress who have kindly donated 6 large notebooks and 6 small notebooks for our care packages. So amazing! You must check out their work. It's behind anything!

web: http://www.oliveandthevolcano.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oliveandthevolcano


Recent Prem Packs Sent

Once again, I am a little behind in posting recent packs that have been sent out.

These prem packs were sent all over Australia to families going through their NICU and Special Care journey.

There prem packs consist of some beautiful 00000 clothing, some pampering QV products for both baby and parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products with 20% off vouchers http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, a journal so the parents can keep track of their NICU journey, some breast pads, milk collection bags, some hand knitted and crocheted items from wonderful people such as Bobble & Bug 
https://www.facebook.com/MjayCrochet?fref=ts and Amy Bears https://www.madeit.com.au/Main/Store?storeid=11946  and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.


We hope these families enjoy their packs.

Love the Dream A Little Dream Team xx











17 May 2014

Love Letters

We love receiving love letters from families who have received a prem pack.  Here are a few recent notes we have received from various families around Australia.




Some recent prem packs..

I am a little behind in posting recent packs that have been sent out.  Hopefully this should get me up to date.

These prem packs were sent as far as Victoria and as North as Darwin.

There prem packs consist of some beautiful 00000 clothing including some harem pants from Number 92 http://number92.bigcartel.com and body suits from Tiny Hearts 
http://www.madeit.com.au/Main/Store?storeId=13096&userId=96514, some pampering QV products for both baby and parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products with 20% off vouchers http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, Boobie Bikkies from Pinky McKay http://www.boobiebikkies.com.au/?COLLCC=3318277518&, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, a journal so the parents can keep track of their NICU journey, some breast pads, milk collection bags, some hand knitted items and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.


We hope these families enjoy their packs.

Love the Dream A Little Dream Team xx









7 May 2014

Two Prem Packs for Two Sweet Little Girls

These two prem packs are off to two separate families who have welcomed baby girls at 26 weeks and 29 weeks, both from NSW.

There prem packs consist of some beautiful 00000 clothing including some harem pants from Number 92 http://number92.bigcartel.com, some pampering QV products for both baby and parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, Boobie Bikkies from Pinky McKay http://www.boobiebikkies.com.au/?COLLCC=3318277518&, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, some breast pads , milk collection bags, some hand knitted items and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.


We hope these families enjoy their packs.

Love the Dream A Little Dream Team xx




28 April 2014

Prem Pack for a Tiny Little Boy

This prem pack is being delivered to a tiny little boy who was born at just 28 weeks at the Gold Coast University Hospital.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and a singlet, some pampering QV products for the parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, some breast pads and milk collection bags, some prem sized nappies, a gorgeous blanket and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this family enjoy their prem pack.

Love the Dream A Little Dream Team xx


A Prem Pack for a Sweet Little Girl born at 25 weeks

This prem pack is being delivered to a sweet little girl who was born at just 25 weeks at the Gold Coast University Hospital.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing, a journal for her parents to keep of her NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for the parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, some breast pads and hydrogel pads, milk collection bags, some hand knitted items, a gorgeous blanket and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this family enjoy their prem pack.

Love the Dream A Little Dream Team xx


27 April 2014

Ozgur's Story - Born at 26 weeks

Welcome to the world little Ozgur.  Born at just 26 weeks, here is his story as told by his brave mum, Natalie...

"I was 22 weeks and 5 days when I admitted myself to Westmead as I had bleeding and cramping the night before. I didn't think too much of it but after my husband pressured me to ring the doctors, I thought better to be safe than sorry.

They told me to go to the birthing unit. After I got there, I was so convinced that its probably just something that happens during pregnancy that I apologised to the midwife for "wasting public money and time".

The midwife tested my urine and found blood. I then waited for the obstetrician on that shift to assess me. The obstetrician had a look with a speculum and contacted the registrar, who also had a look. They found that not only was I dialated 3cm but my "waters" were bulging. I was quickly taken down for a scan and felt contractions as everything was happening and was told that even if the baby was born now there wouldn't be any "viability" of life before at least the 23/24 week mark.

I think going through all these emotions kept me strong that I managed to get to 24 weeks. That's when I was given steroid shots and told that perhaps now the baby has "viability" and now the hospital is obligated to revive. With this determination I got to 25 weeks and eventually my waters broke at 25 weeks and 6 days. My little man was born at 26 weeks exactly.

The complication I had was chorioamnioitis (1). An infection in the uterine area usually caused by an underlying infection such as a UTI.

Looking back at the ordeal we went through I maybe could have prevented this from happening if I wasn't such a believer of natural remedies vs medication.

My little boy's name is Ozgur. Pronounced like Oscar but with a G. He was born 695 grams and 31cm in length. He is my little angel.

It has been 3 weeks since his birth and although we are going through ups and downs, he is still my little miracle and love him to bits.

Thank you to Dream a Little Dream for their support during this journey."


(1) Chorioamnionitis is an inflammation of the fetal membranes (amnion and chorion) due to a bacterial infection. It typically results from bacteria ascending into the uterus from the vagina and is most often associated with prolonged labor. The risk of developing chorioamnionitis increases with each vaginal examination that is performed in the final month of pregnancy, including during labor.

Thank you so much for sharing Ozgur's journey with us so far.  We can not wait to see him grow stronger and stronger each day and we wish you all the best for the remainder of Ozgur's journey.

Love The Dream A Little Dream Team x


23 April 2014

A Prem Pack for Twin Girls

We were so excited to receive an order for a prem pack for two sweet twin girls who were born at 32 weeks.  Their pack will be heading to the Mater Mothers Hospital in Brisbane.


This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and singlets some Pinky McKay http://www.pinkymckay.com.au Boobie Bikkies http://www.boobiebikkies.com.au, a journal for her parents to keep of her NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for the parents and some GAIA Natural Baby Products http://www.gaiaskinnaturals.com for baby, our postcard sized Useful Links and Numbers guide, some breast pads and milk collection bags and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


A Prem Pack for Twin Boys

We were so excited to receive an order for a prem pack for two tiny twin little boys who were born at 32 weeks.  Their pack will be heading to the Northern Territory.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and singlets some Pinky McKay http://www.pinkymckay.com.au Boobie Bikkies http://www.boobiebikkies.com.au, a journal for her parents to keep of her NICU and SCN journey from The Paper Crafterie http://www.papercrafterie.com, some pampering QV products for baby and parents, some breast pads and milk collection bags, some prem sized nappies and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


The Paper Crafterie Donation

Thank you Tiffany from The Paper Crafterie. We received the beautiful journals that you kindly donated, today.

web: http://www.papercrafterie.com/
etsy: www.etsy.com/au/shop/ThePaperCrafterie
facebook: www.facebook.com/papercrafterie


GAIA Natural Baby Donation

Thank you GAIA natural baby. We received the items to go in our prem packs today, along with the 20% off online purchase vouchers for our amazing prem families.

web: www.gaiaskinnaturals.com
facebook: www.facebook.com/gaianaturalbaby


A Blanket Donation

Thank you to my amazing mum for hand knitting and crocheting these amazing blankets for our prem packs. Love you mum x


21 April 2014

Bobble & Bugs Donation

Thank you so much to Melissa of Bobble & Bug who has kindly offered some prem sized hand knitted items for our prem packs.  We can not thank you enough.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MjayCrochet
Made it: www.madeit.com.au/BobbleandBug


20 April 2014

A Prem Pack for a sweet girl born at 34 weeks

This prem pack will be heading off to a sweet little girl who was born at 34 weeks.  The prem pack is heading to NSW.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and a singlet, some hand knitted items, a journal for her parents to keep of her NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for baby and parents, some breast pads and milk collection bags, and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


Tiny Hearts Donation

Thank you so much to Kay from Tiny Hearts for donating these two beautiful boys and girls 00000 rompers for our prem packs. They are so sweet.

Made It Store : http://www.madeit.com.au/Main/Store?storeId=13096&userId=96514

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tiny.hearts.infantswear


19 April 2014

A prem pack for a little boy born at 26 weeks

This prem pack will be heading off to a courageous little boy who arrived at just 26 weeks.  The prem pack is heading to Western Australia.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and a singlet, a deliciously soft taggie blanket, a cloth terry nappy, a peanut pillow, a journal for his parents to keep of his NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for baby and parents, and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


Prem Pack for a 25 weeker

This prem pack is being sent for a precious little girl born at just 25 weeks and is heading to Melbourne.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and singlet, some hand knitted items, a journal for his parents to keep of his NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for baby and parents, EBM collection bags, breast pads and a reusable 'Be Brave' Canvas bag.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


16 April 2014

A Prem Pack for a tiny little man

This prem pack is being sent for yet another little boy born at just 23 weeks and is heading all the way to Western Australia. This little fighter is not feeling 100% at the moment so we are hoping their pack will bring them some relief and happiness

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing and singlet, a bib and some mittens, a journal for his parents to keep of his NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for baby, EBM collection bags, breast pads and some prem sized nappies.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


15 April 2014

Pinky McKay Boobie Bikkies Donation

Each and every business that has offered their time and products to donate to our cause is amazing. 

But when Pinky McKay jumped on the bandwagon, we could not believe it.

A big massive thank you to Pinky and Sarah from Boobie Bikkies who has offered us ongoing support by donating the Boobie Bikkies to help the pumping mums whilst going through their NICU journeys.

Boobie Bikkies are nutritious, natural & organic cookies created by lactation consultant Pinky McKay (IBCLC) to assist with boosting your energy & support a healthy milk supply. This is so important for NICU mum's who are pumping every 2-3 hours for sometimes months on end. Breastmilk is a vital part of a premmie baby's wellbeing.

We are so grateful to Pinky and Sarah for their support.

Web: http://www.boobiebikkies.com.au/
Web: http://www.pinkymckay.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoobieBikkies



Gaia Natural & Organic Skincare Products Donation

What lucky babies and parents who will be looked after so beautifully and naturally by GAIA natural baby who are donating some of their products to our prem packs. Thank you so much.

web: www.gaiaskinnaturals.com
facebook: www.facebook.com/gaianaturalbaby



14 April 2014

Aromababy Donation

We are so excited to say that Aromababy has offered to donate some of their organic skincare product for our prem packs.  They are so generous and we can not thank them enough.

I swear by their products.  They are soft and safe to use on a babes precious skin so I am positive that the recipients of our prem packs will love them just as much as we do.

web: www.aromababy.com

facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/AROMABABY/36415853056


The Paper Crafterie Donation

A huge thank you to Tiffany from The Paper Crafterie who has donated some journals for our prem packs to help parents keep a journal of their baby's journey through NICU.  Tiffany's items are just beautiful.  Thank you so much.

web: http://www.papercrafterie.com
etsy: www.etsy.com/au/shop/ThePaperCrafterie
facebook: www.facebook.com/papercrafterie


13 April 2014

AmyBears Donation

Thank you so much to Lyn from AmyBears who has donated some hand knitted items for our prem packs. Lyn will also be creating some additional items to donate in the near future. Thank you so much Lyn.

AmyBears: https://www.madeit.com.au/Main/Store?storeid=11946


10 April 2014

Leilanie's story..

Sweet Leilanie was born at just 29 weeks weighing 1450 grams.  Here is her story, as told by her mum.

"This is leilanie. My 29 weeker princess. She was born on the 16th of March 2014 weighing 1450 grams and 34cm long. 

After being admitted into hospital on the 26th of February 2014, due to loosing my mucous plug, I was dialated to 3-4cm and had protruding membrances. In the 19 days i was in hospital I went in and out of labour 4 times. Then on saturday the 15th of March 2014, I started having pains and the midwifes told me it was nothibg and kept giving me panadol.   After a rough sleep the next morning at change over, I told the new nurse I was in pain. 

I was then put on monitors and taken to the birthing unit where the midwives down there said I would be going back up to my room and I kept saying I wouldn't.
 
After 12 hours of pain my waters had to be broken by a doctor and at 10:19pm I gave birth to a tiny little girl who was sure to let everyone know she was here with a good set of lungs on her. 


She has been in NICU and Special Care for 24 days now and is doing very well.

She is currently weighing 1.7kgs and breathing completely on her own. The only thing left is to get her off tube feeds and onto the breast.

The nurses are amazing for the job they do looking after prem babies.

I cant wait until we are able to bring her home."

We wish this lovely family all the best for the rest of their journey.

The Dream A Little Dream Team


A Prem Pack for a sweet little girl

Weighing just 1450 grams and born at just 29 weeks, this prem pack is on it's way today, so a sweet little girl and her parents.

This prem pack consisted of some beautiful 00000 clothing, some hand knitted items, a journal for his parents to keep of his NICU and SCN journey, some pampering QV products for baby, a sweet little bib, EBM collection bags and a prem sized teat.

We hope this lovely family enjoys their prem pack.

The Dream A Little Dream Team x


8 April 2014

The story of Hamish

Little Hamish was born at just 27 weeks weighing 774 grams.  Here is his journey so far, as told by his mum.

"Our story thus far is I have previously had a premature baby at 32 weeks. A girl who is now a healthy 3.5 year old.

On Thursday the 27th March, a routine scan picked up my placenta was being deprived and the cord blood was not flowing through properly. Had I not gone in that day we would of lost our little boy.

I was quickly prepped for theatre and put to sleep for his delivery.

All had been going relatively well considering his gestation and size but on Saturday morning, we were told he had a pneumothorax (1). This along with some other problems and we were told by doctors the weekend was to be one tough one for our little boy and that there was nothing else they could do.

To hear those words, the words you never ever want to hear, the words that you find yourself shaking just writing them now, is devastating.

So far he has somehow pulled through, he is a fighter for sure.

Our son Hamish, 774g, 32cm length.


We know Hamish is meant to be here.  We named him the day after he was born. His middle names Tobias (after my grandad) and Michael (after my husbands granddad). When we returned to the ward, we got a call to say my husbands grandad had a fall and shortly after the fall had passed away. We were devastated but do believe Michael is helping Hamish through.

There is so much more to this story and Hamish's journey that we would love to share with you. This is just a snippet of our journey thus far."


(1) Pneumothorax in an Infant

Pneumothorax is the collection of air or gas in the space inside the chest around the lungs, which leads to a lung collapse.

A pneumothorax occurs when the tiny air sacs (alveoli) in a baby’s lung burst, leaking air into the space between the lung and chest wall (pleural space).
The most common cause of pneumothorax is respiratory distress syndrome, which occurs in babies who are born too early (premature).
  • Because the baby's lungs lack the slippery substance (surfactant) that helps them stay open, the tiny air sacs are not able to expand as easily.
  • If the baby is put on a breathing machine (mechanical ventilator), there is extra pressure on the baby's lungs, which can sometimes burst the air sacs.
Meconium aspiration syndrome is another cause of pneumothorax in newborns. As the baby is being born, he or she may breathe in the first bowel movement, called meconium. This may cause breathing problems and the need for a breathing machine.
Less commonly, an otherwise healthy baby can develop an air leak when he or she takes the first few breaths after birth. This occurs because of the pressure needed to expand the lungs for the first time.
Pneumothorax is more common in boys than girls.
Thank you for sharing Hamish's story Simone and we wish you and little Hamish all the best for his road ahead.  He is just delightful and he is such a little fighter.  We are also very sorry for the loss of your husbands grandad.
The Dream A Little Dream Team x