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Baby born at 12.5 ounces graduates NICU after 375 days in the hospital
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Mackenzie Davis, Akim Powell , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The baby's birth occurred after just over 23 weeks of gestation. A baby's remarkable journey has come to an end after spending nearly a year in hospital care.
A baby's remarkable journey has come to an end after spending nearly a year in hospital care. The infant was born extremely prematurely, weighing very little. Doctors consider this baby to be a remarkable survivor due to her tiny birth weight. Her parents have been by her side throughout the lengthy hospital stay. The baby's mother has dealt with significant health issues, including an autoimmune disease diagnosed at a young age.
The baby's birth occurred after just over 23 weeks of gestation. Her condition at birth was extremely fragile.
Further details about this baby's story are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 22, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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