A 24 week baby: A life changing event

Joanne Crow’s daughter Hannah was born extremely prematurely at 24 weeks and is now a thriving three year old, but following the experience Joanne realised there was a lack of support for parents undergoing the trauma of premature birth. Together with two other mum’s of 24 weekers, Joanne set up the charity 24 Weeks Plus to raise awareness of parents’ perspectives. This article outlines Joanne’s personal experiences.