Isla’s Journey

12/05/2026

Huge thank you to one of our whatnot customers for this huge box of items she donated!
Thank you L! 💜🥰

28/04/2026

Shout out and appreciation post 🥳
Some of you may be aware we have been doing shows on whatnot to help raise funds for the charity. It was on here that I met an amazing person called Charley. From talking to a chat screen we became friends and I found out she worked at Royal London- which you all know is very close to our hearts!
Long story short Charley and her team put on a coffee morning/ day to raise money for us! So much generosity and support we want to say thank you!
I will update when we have a total for what was raised 💜

20/04/2026

Another case of Premmie power 💪🏼

At just 22 weeks, Talia defies the odds as the UAE’s youngest surviving baby 🥹🤍🇦🇪

Talia’s story has been inspiring us all over the last few days. After spending 129 days of highly specialised care in our NICU, she is now at home with her family!

We wish you a life of happiness, Talia.

Follow the link in our bio to read Talia’s full story.

04/04/2026

Final Easter egg delivery to Basildon NICU complete! Wishing all families and staff very Happy Easter! 🐣

02/04/2026

Easter Wellbeing Day @ Royal London Hospital NICU — complete 💜 🐣
What a truly special day it’s been. It was so lovely to meet so many incredible families, each at different stages of their NICU journey.
We were so pleased to provide a little refuel with wraps, Costco goodies, Easter treats, and small gifts for the amazing staff who give so much every single day. You are all appreciated more than words can say.
A very special thank you to Mumma Bennett Bev Bennett for coming along and helping today — especially taking on the important role of stickering Easter eggs for each baby’s family. Between you and Elizabeth Wiseman, you have done an amazing job!
Days like today remind us how powerful community and kindness can be. Sending love to every family and staff member we met 💜 Sinclaire T. Larong

01/04/2026

Easter NICU deliveries for London complete! Whilst Ashley & Isla are having a well deserved holiday in Australia, ‘Nanny Pork’ aka Elizabeth Wiseman came and helped with egg deliveries to NICUs in Royal London Hospital, Whipps Cross and Newham Hospital. She was an expert in putting our Easter messages on the eggs by the end of the journey!

15/03/2026

Wishing the incredible driving force behind Isla’s Journey Ashley Wiseman a very Happy Mother’s Day & Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible NICU mums past and present 💜
Today can hold so many different emotions. While others may be celebrating with cuddles at home, many of you are spending the day beside incubators, listening to monitors, and holding your baby’s tiny hand through wires and tubes. It’s a path no one ever plans for, and it can be unbelievably hard.
But your strength is extraordinary. The love you show every single day — through long hospital hours, endless worry, and fierce hope — is the very definition of what it means to be a mum. Your babies are so lucky to have you fighting for them.
Today we also hold space for the mothers whose arms are empty. For the mums who have loved and lost, whose babies should be here today. Your motherhood is real, your love is forever, and your babies will always be remembered. 🕊️
To every NICU mum — whether your baby is still in the unit, home in your arms, or watching over you — you are seen, you are strong, and you are not alone.
Happy Mother’s Day. 💐

06/03/2026

What a privilege for Isla’s Journey to be invited by Jen Craft MP to the Thurrock International Women’s Day celebrations.
Ashley delivered an incredible speech to a room full of truly inspirational women and young people. Despite the nerves (and a panicked text to me two rows down saying “Mate, I have nothing on these women!”), she had a swift reminder to ditch the imposter syndrome and embrace everything she has achieved!
She did exactly that, going on to deliver a powerful and inspiring speech about her journey and successes. We couldn’t be prouder. 💜

27/02/2026

23/02/2026

Navigating work while your little one is in the neonatal unit can feel like a lot to juggle, but we are here to make it a little easier! 💜

We’ve put together this handy HR Checklist to help you feel empowered and prepared when speaking to your employer about Neonatal Leave and Pay. Knowing your rights means one less thing to worry about, so you can focus all your energy on your brave little fighter.

Swipe through to see our top tips for managing your leave:

✅ Notify your employer as soon as you can.
✅ Confirm all the important dates.
✅ Ask about the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act.
✅ Chat about combining leave types.
✅ Keep your own hospital records.
✅ Complete any internal forms.

Save this post so you have it ready when you need it, and remember: you’re doing an incredible job! ✨