<div>On October 8th, my sister and brother-in-law welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Lainey, into the world at just 29 weeks. She weighed 3 lbs 6 oz and, although she is tiny, she is so incredibly strong. Lainey is currently doing amazing in the NICU.

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<div>As the big sister, I’ve watched the medical bills, travel costs, and unexpected expenses grow quickly. My sister travels to and from Charlottesville every single day. Between hospital stays, time away from work, and the emotional toll of having a baby in the NICU, this journey has become not only overwhelming, but financially challenging.

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<div>We are asking for support to help cover:

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<div>• Medical bills related to Lainey’s NICU care

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<div>• Daily travel expenses for hospital visits

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<div>• Unexpected needs that come with long-term NICU stays

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<div>Every donation, prayer, or share makes a meaningful difference for our family. Allie and Austin have turned down help before, but I see the toll this financial burden is taking. Your support allows them to focus on what matters most—being by Lainey’s side and helping her grow stronger each day.

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<div>Thank you for loving, supporting, and lifting up baby Lainey during this difficult time. ❤️

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Shelle Shelley

JIm Firaben

Rhonda Butland

Casey Shrock

Justin Pierce

Anonymous

June Hudson

Sydney Weber

Aaron Jenkins

Karrie Parker

Shane Bowen

Grace Newville

Malori Wachter

Josie Stern

Caitlyn Colwell

Lexi Gauthier

Leslie Bourgeois

Cynthia Caruso

Madison Jenkins

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