Week 26

A Memoir of Hope, Faith, and Perseverance

Jennifer Alves Bernardo

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L3 Concepts LLC
10 September 2024

Paediatric nursing; Family & relationships; Advice on parenting; Pregnancy, birth & baby care

""It throws me right back to a lot of the trauma of my NICU stays, but I think this memoir is incredibly valuable precisely because of that."" - Mia, NICU Mom

When Jenny and Joe Bernardo found out that they were expecting twins, they thought they had been gifted the surprise of a lifetime-that is, until Jenny was rushed to the hospital at only twenty-six weeks pregnant and unexpectedly gave birth almost four months early.

Baby A and Baby B were barely 2 pounds, born by cesarean, and immediately connected to life-saving tubes, wires, and masks before being rushed off to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Inova Hospital.

In the months that followed, the twins fought for their lives in the NICU, having episodes where they ""forgot to breathe"", as preemies tend to do, being examined ceaselessly for any threat to their underdeveloped immune systems or vital organs.

Every hour was a milestone.

After being discharged just a few days later, Jenny and Joe spent hours every day for nearly five months sitting between the incubators where their babies' oxygen machines whirred. It became routine. Somehow, they balanced work, their hospital visits, and time at home with their five-year old daughter, who patiently waited for her siblings to make their arrival. In a terrifying situation that would have fractured the most resilient parents, their family bonds grew stronger. The Bernardos had no choice but to believe that they would one day bring home two healthy babies to their older sister.

This is an incredibly moving story of perseverance and faith, the strength of the human spirit and one family's tenacity in the face of nearly impossible odds.

Week 26 is an invaluable resource. It is a must-read for other NICU parents and caregivers or for anyone who is simply looking to read a powerful story.

By: Jennifer Alves Bernardo
Imprint: L3 Concepts LLC
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 363g
ISBN: 9798990156913
Pages: 186
Publication Date: 10 September 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jennifer is a first-generation Portuguese American who authored her first book, Week 26 aspiring to help others, all while leaving a legacy for her children. She received her bachelor's degree from George Mason University and was once a journalist on a kids' television show. When she's not working or spending time with her family and friends, she's surrounded by her pets, listening to music, enjoying the outdoors or looking for her next travel destination.Her life is fueled by her children, her family, and her culture, all of which have made her who she is today.

Reviews for Week 26: A Memoir of Hope, Faith, and Perseverance

""It's incredibly well written, but beyond that, it's emotionally competent and evocative. I wish every family member and friend of a NICU parent would read this."" Maria, NICU Mom ""I really love this story. It's hard reading it because it throws me right back to a lot of the trauma of my NICU stays, but I think this memoir is incredibly valuable precisely because of that.""Maria, NICU Mom ""It was an honor and a pleasure to read this book and it gave me incredible insight to parents' lives in the NICU that will help me as a nurse. I loved it. A page turner, truly...""Michaela, NICU Nurse ""It's incredibly fast-paced. The love in this family is amazing, and I really appreciate how vulnerable the author is in sharing their story with all of us.""Rachel, Professional Beta Reader