Average Everyday Miracles

Average Everyday Miracles Mission: To connect & support the NICU community of Blank Children’s Hospital: babies, parents, families & staff.

A special announcement from our friend, Kari McKinnon Herlihy ❤️I'm excited to share my book, "Just Breathe, Mama" with ...
06/25/2026

A special announcement from our friend, Kari McKinnon Herlihy ❤️

I'm excited to share my book, "Just Breathe, Mama" with you at the 2026 BLANK NICU Reunion!

Books will be for sale for $15**. $5 from every book sold at the reunion will be donated to Average Everyday Miracles.

Join Mama on her journey through the NICU as she experiences feelings of sadness, fear, hope, and love while caring for her baby. Along the way, gentle wisdom from baby offers comfort and encouragement, including a simple reminder: Just breathe.

The book is based on our experience during our NICU stay at Blank NICU with my now 20-year-old sons, Lance and Liam. It was written for them and presented as a gift on their 18th birthday. Throughout the story, you'll find touches of Iowa and Blank, along with a few special nods to some of the staff members and friends who made a lasting impact on our journey.

Thank you for supporting this special project and helping make a difference, one book at a time.

**Venmo, Cash or Check only please

3 Days Away!🛒 We’d love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specific...
06/25/2026

3 Days Away!

🛒 We’d love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specifically asking for canned soda and powdered drink mix packets because they go quickly! Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, and Mountain Dew are our most popular sodas (but we welcome any brand), and we appreciate any kind of powdered drink mix packets (with or without caffeine).

You can check out our complete list of cart needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/283YAM5T2MV6S

If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we invite you to visit our website to use Zeffy (0% Fees), PayPal, Debit, or Credit: https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/giving-back

📸Our annual NICU Reunion group photo will be taken at 11am on Saturday, June 27th! Be sure to plan ahead so you don’t mi...
06/23/2026

📸Our annual NICU Reunion group photo will be taken at 11am on Saturday, June 27th!

Be sure to plan ahead so you don’t miss the chance to be a part of this special tradition and capture memories together. We can’t wait to see you all there!

🚨How do I find the Blank NICU Reunion? The Education & Research Center (ERC) is located on level 1 of the Iowa Methodist...
06/22/2026

🚨How do I find the Blank NICU Reunion?

The Education & Research Center (ERC) is located on level 1 of the Iowa Methodist Parking Garage. The Iowa Methodist Parking Garage is located on the west side of the Iowa Methodist campus, on the corner of Pleasant St. and 14th Place. We recommend parking in the Iowa Methodist Parking Garage and take the South parking garage elevators to the first floor. After exiting the elevator, you will be in the ERC.

Here is a brief video that shows you how to find us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6CNNAblR_U

Don’t forget- this Saturday is our 2026 Annual Blank NICU Reunion! We can’t wait to celebrate and reconnect with all of ...
06/21/2026

Don’t forget- this Saturday is our 2026 Annual Blank NICU Reunion! We can’t wait to celebrate and reconnect with all of our amazing families!

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC)
1212 Pleasant St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

☑️Please RSVP if you haven’t already at https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/reunion-rsvp
🛒 We’d also love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specifically asking for canned soda and powdered drink mix packets because they go quickly! Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, and Mountain Dew are our most popular sodas (but we welcome any brand), and we appreciate any kind of powdered drink mix packets (with or without caffeine).
You can check out our complete list of cart needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/283YAM5T2MV6S
If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we invite you to visit our website to use Zeffy (0% Fees), PayPal, Debit, or Credit: https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/giving-back
📸 If you’d like to participate in decorating our Now & Then wall, feel free to bring 2 pictures of your NICU grad(s) (one from THEN, and one from NOW) to show off how much they’ve grown!

Happy Father’s Day to all the NICU dads! Fatherhood in the NICU often looks different - filled with quiet strength, unwa...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the NICU dads!

Fatherhood in the NICU often looks different - filled with quiet strength, unwavering support, and a love that grows through every challenge and victory along the way.
No matter where you are in your NICU journey, please know that you are appreciated, supported, and part of a community that understands.

Thank you for being a source of comfort, support, and unwavering love for your family. We are honored to celebrate you today. 💙

ONE WEEK AWAY! Who’s ready to join us next Saturday at the Annual NICU Reunion? 📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:...
06/21/2026

ONE WEEK AWAY! Who’s ready to join us next Saturday at the Annual NICU Reunion?

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC)
1212 Pleasant St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

Enjoy a day filled with reconnecting, making memories, activities, food, and celebrating the strength and resilience of our NICU families.

☑️Please RSVP if you haven’t already at https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/reunion-rsvp
🛒 We’d also love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specifically asking for canned soda and powdered drink mix packets because they go quickly! Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, and Mountain Dew are our most popular sodas (but we welcome any brand), and we appreciate any kind of powdered drink mix packets (with or without caffeine).
You can check out our complete list of cart needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/283YAM5T2MV6S
If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we invite you to visit our website to use Zeffy (0% Fees), PayPal, Debit, or Credit: https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/giving-back
📸 If you’d like to participate in decorating our Now & Then wall, feel free to bring 2 pictures of your NICU grad(s) (one from THEN, and one from NOW) to show off how much they’ve grown!

We can’t wait to see you all at the reunion!❤️

🚨8 SHORT DAYS AWAY!🚨Join us for the Annual Blank NICU Reunion as we celebrate our amazing NICU graduates and the familie...
06/19/2026

🚨8 SHORT DAYS AWAY!🚨

Join us for the Annual Blank NICU Reunion as we celebrate our amazing NICU graduates and the families who have been part of our journey. ❤️

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC)
1212 Pleasant St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

Enjoy a day filled with reconnecting, making memories, activities, food, and celebrating the strength and resilience of our NICU families.

☑️Please RSVP if you haven’t already at https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/reunion-rsvp
🛒 We’d also love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specifically asking for canned soda and powdered drink mix packets because they go quickly! Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, and Mountain Dew are our most popular sodas (but we welcome any brand), and we appreciate any kind of powdered drink mix packets (with or without caffeine).
You can check out our complete list of cart needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/283YAM5T2MV6S
If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we invite you to visit our website to use Zeffy (0% Fees), PayPal, Debit, or Credit: https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/giving-back
📸 If you’d like to participate in decorating our Now & Then wall, feel free to bring 2 pictures of your NICU grad(s) (one from THEN, and one from NOW) to show off how much they’ve grown!

We can’t wait to see you all at the reunion!❤️

You're Invited!Join us for the Annual Blank NICU Reunion as we celebrate our amazing NICU graduates and the families who...
06/16/2026

You're Invited!

Join us for the Annual Blank NICU Reunion as we celebrate our amazing NICU graduates and the families who have been part of our journey. ❤️

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC)
1212 Pleasant St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

Enjoy a day filled with reconnecting, making memories, activities, food, and celebrating the strength and resilience of our NICU families.

☑️Please RSVP if you haven’t already at https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/reunion-rsvp
🛒 We’d also love your help in stocking the cart with goodies for current NICU families! This year, we’re specifically asking for canned soda and powdered drink mix packets because they go quickly! Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, and Mountain Dew are our most popular sodas (but we welcome any brand), and we appreciate any kind of powdered drink mix packets (with or without caffeine).
You can check out our complete list of cart needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/283YAM5T2MV6S
If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, we invite you to visit our website to use Zeffy (0% Fees), PayPal, Debit, or Credit: https://averageeverydaymiracles.org/giving-back
📸 If you’d like to participate in decorating our Now & Then wall, feel free to bring 2 pictures of your NICU grad(s) (one from THEN, and one from NOW) to show off how much they’ve grown!

We can’t wait to see you all at the reunion!❤️

Don’t forget to bring your Then & Now photos for the reunion! 📸One of our favorite parts of the reunion is seeing the in...
06/14/2026

Don’t forget to bring your Then & Now photos for the reunion! 📸

One of our favorite parts of the reunion is seeing the incredible growth of our NICU families! We invite families to bring a photo from your little one’s NICU stay and a current photo to display, share, and celebrate the amazing journeys of our NICU graduates.

See you then!

🗓️Saturday, June 27th from 10am-1pm
📍Medical Center Education & Research Center (ERC)
1212 Pleasant St.
Des Moines, IA 50309

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