My daughter has just called from New Zealand with news that my granddaughter was born two hours ago at 27 weeks gestation. She weighs just under a kilo and is now in NICU. I'm shaking with shock and frustration - she's so far away and all I want to do is get on a plane and go and hug my baby.
I'm on my way to Manchester as my mum goes into hospital for her cancer op today so I'm staying overnight at my sister's. The household is asleep and I've rarely missed my husband more than I do right now - he's in Newcastle and both his phones go straight to voicemail. 
What wonderful news granny activist. Love to you, your daughter and granddaughter and everyone who loves them 
This is lovely news, grannyactivist. A proper wee fighter! xx
ga
Fantastic news ga! 
Very happy for you all, ,dear ga! 
Sitting here witha silly smile on my face. I'm so pleased for you and the family grannyactiveist.
Thank you to all you wonderful Gransnetters for your encouragement during this difficult time and your ongoing support - it really has been much appreciated.
What wonderful news, let's hope she goes from strength to strength.
What a relief for all the family! Wonderful news.
Wonderful news, ga. What a huge step in the right direction
So happy for you, DD and SIL and of course DGD! x
grannya that's wonderful news, no wonder you're smiling.
Thrilled for you ga.
Delighted for you, grannya.
What a blessing
Oh fantastic news! You must be so relieved and happy Congrats to all! ,
Absolutely fantastic news, you must be giddy with relief and delight! 
I'm so, so thrilled for you after such a bumpy start x
ga THAT'S WONDERFUL!!! I'm thrilled for you and your family
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