Baby Quincy’s NICU Journey from birth at 24 weeks

Tiny preemie Quincy’s NICU fight: funds will cover life flight, NICU bills, travel

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Baby Quincy’s NICU Journey from birth at 24 weeks

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Our little miracle, Quincy, entered the world far too soon—at just 24 weeks gestation. Weighing barely more than a pound, she was a tiny fighter from the very first breath, but that breath has been the hardest battle of her young life. Born prematurely, Quincy faced immediate hurdles that no parent ever imagines for their child. A life-threatening fungal infection ravaged her fragile system right from the start, leaving lasting impacts on her lungs and making every inhale a struggle. We’ve watched helplessly as she’s endured countless blood transfusions to keep her going, a terrifying collapsed lung that required urgent intervention, painful skin burns from the very equipment meant to save her, and even brain swelling that tested her resilience in ways we can’t fully comprehend yet.
Those early days in the NICU were a blur of alarms, machines, and prayers. Quincy was airlifted by life flight to the best care possible, with ambulances and emergency room visits adding to the whirlwind. We’ve held her tiny hand through it all, whispering words of love as she fought infection after infection, her body working overtime just to survive. Now, at 4 pounds 4 ounces, she’s still swollen from the ordeal, but we’re hopeful she’ll outgrow it as she grows stronger. She’s approaching that crucial 36-week milestone—a day we’ve been counting down to with equal parts excitement and fear. It’s when the doctors start mapping out her long-term path: Will the fungal damage affect her breathing forever? What therapies or equipment will she need at home? The unknowns weigh heavy on our hearts, but Quincy is the boss here. She’ll tell us when she’s ready to leave the NICU, and until then, it’s a waiting game that tests every ounce of our patience and strength.
As her parents, we’ve poured everything into being by her side—sleepless nights in the hospital, endless drives, and putting our lives on hold to advocate for her every need. But the financial toll is mounting faster than we can keep up. Bills for the deductible, emergency care, life flight, ambulance rides, and ongoing NICU stays are piling up, threatening to overwhelm us. And that’s just the beginning. Once Quincy comes home—whenever that blessed day arrives—she’ll require round-the-clock care, specialized equipment, and possibly therapies for her lungs, development, and any lingering effects from her traumatic start. I won’t be able to work full-time while tending to her, and we want to focus solely on her healing without the constant stress of how we’ll make ends meet.
Quincy has already taught us so much about love, perseverance, and the fragility of life. She’s a beacon of hope in our darkest moments, her tiny smiles reminding us why we keep fighting. Your support through this GoFundMe will directly help cover these mounting medical bills, provide the home care she needs, and give us the stability to nurture her without fear. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to bringing our warrior princess home and giving her the future she deserves.
If you’re able to contribute, please donate from the heart . Sharing our story means the world too. Thank you for being part of Quincy’s journey—we’re forever grateful.

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Kara Hardman
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Herriman, UT
Bella Driggs
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