On October 31, 2025, my brother Adam and his wife Jennifer welcomed their beautiful daughter, Penelope, into the world at just 27 weeks, 13 weeks early.

Penelope entered the world in an incredible and rare way. She was delivered by C-section en caul, still completely surrounded by her amniotic sac, something very few families ever witness. From her very first moments, she showed just how strong and extraordinary she is.

Since that day, their lives have been turned upside down.

Jennifer has been out of work so she can be by Penelope’s side in the hospital every single day. Adam continues to work, but even his hours have slowed down as they try to balance life, bills, and spending as much time as possible with their daughter. Penelope has now been in the NICU for over 100 days. Each day brings new challenges, small victories, and continued hope.

Our family knows the NICU all too well. We have walked those same halls, listened to the same monitors, and leaned on the same incredible nurses and doctors. We carry our sweet son in our hearts every day, and because of him, I understand both the strength it takes to fight and the love that grows in those hospital rooms. That experience has made it even more important to me to stand beside Adam and Jennifer in this season.

The financial strain has been overwhelming. Mounting medical bills, daily travel expenses, meals away from home, and living on one income have created a heavy burden. No family should have to choose between being at their baby’s bedside and worrying about how to pay the next bill.

I am asking for help on their behalf so they can focus on what matters most, loving Penelope, supporting her progress, and preparing for the day they finally get to bring her home.

Any donation, no matter the size, will go directly toward medical expenses and easing the financial hardship this long NICU stay has created. If you are unable to give, sharing this page and keeping Penelope in your prayers means just as much.

Thank you for surrounding this sweet girl and her parents with love, strength, and support.

With gratitude,

Brianna Penney