Little Elli Robertson was born 14 weeks premature and weighing in just under 1 pound and 7 ounces, which is scarcely more than the size of your favorite can of sparkling water or soda. After defying medical expectations and a trying 74 days in the NICU, the “absolute miracle” baby is now home in Ayrshire, Scotland, with her parents.
Even with numerous skirmishes under her belt, Elli’s battles are not yet over. And yet, her parents approach each new day with hope rather than fear.
“Miracles happen. Babies are so strong and fight so hard,” mom Caitlyn Robertson told The Epoch Times.
(Courtesy of Caitlyn Robertson)
(Courtesy of Caitlyn Robertson)
Caitlyn and her husband, Jordan, ages 23 and 29 respectively, are parents to three children: Oliver, Hunter, and now baby Elli….