Colleen Gallen’s journey into motherhood began with devastating news: at her 20-week scan, her baby was diagnosed with hydrops fetalis and given little chance of survival. What followed was a rollercoaster of fear, uncertainty, and life-threatening complications, including Mirror Syndrome.

In this powerful episode, Colleen shares the raw reality of navigating a high-risk pregnancy, an emergency premature birth at 30 weeks, and the emotional challenges of life inside the NICU. From moments of deep despair to unwavering faith, she opens up about the strength it took to keep going when hope felt out of reach.

She also reflects on the trauma, the small victories, and the resilience that carried her through — and the miracle of bringing her little boy home.

This is a story of survival, strength, and the power of hope when it matters most — a reminder that even in the darkest moments, you are never alone.

When Joanne Morgan, CEO of Tiny Life, looks back on her NICU journey, it’s not just a story of premature birth — it’s a story of loss, trauma, resilience, and the lasting impact of a baby who lived for just two weeks… but changed everything.

After a complicated pregnancy and a diagnosis of hydrops fetalis, Joanne’s baby boy, Fabar, was born critically ill. What followed was a devastating two-week rollercoaster in the neonatal unit — filled with hope, heartbreak, and impossible decisions.

In this deeply honest episode, Joanne shares:

• The moment everything changed during pregnancy
• The emotional reality of life inside NICU
• The trauma, grief, and long-term impact of losing a baby
• How that experience shaped her life, motherhood, and career
• Why she now supports other families through Tiny Life

This conversation doesn’t shy away from the hard truths — from relationship strain and anxiety to the triggers that can last decades. But it also speaks to love, memory, and the importance of talking about loss.

💛 Raw, powerful, and deeply human

💛 For parents navigating NICU, grief, or trauma

💛 A reminder that even the shortest lives leave the biggest legacy

Because every baby has a story — and every story deserves to be heard.