A baby girl who beat the odds of survival after being born extremely premature is now making progress at home in Fife.
Hope, born at just 22 weeks and weighing only 511 grams, less than a bag of sugar, spent 142 days in neonatal care after her premature arrival.
At birth, NHS Fife say she was at the very edge of what modern medicine can support.
Her parents Shannon Fernie and Gary Goldie described the journey as one of daily uncertainty.
Hope spent her first 85 days in specialist care in Glasgow before being transferred to the Neonatal Unit at Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy, where she continued her recovery.
Amy Moran, senior charge nurse in the unit, said: "Hope's journey has been nothing short of remarkable.
"Babies born this early face enormous challenges, and every milestone she reached was a testament to her determination, the love and dedication of her family, and the expert care provided by the neonatal teams in both Glasgow and in Fife.
"We are delighted for Shannon, Gary, Rome, Remy and, of course, Hope herself.
"Seeing Hope thrive at home with her family is exactly why we do what we do."
Since returning home, the little tot has continued to make progress and enjoy family life with her parents and older brothers Rome and Remy.
Her story has inspired Shannon and Gary to give back to the neonatal community that supported them.
The couple launched a business called Hope’s Tiny Tapes, producing oxygen tapes for babies and young children who require medical support.
Their goal is to raise funds for NHS Fife’s Neonatal Unit through their new venture.
Shannon said: "When Hope was born, we didn’t know what the future would hold.
"Every day felt like a milestone and every small step forward was a reason to celebrate.
"The support we received from neonatal teams in Glasgow and at Victoria Hospital was incredible, and we’ll always be grateful for everything they did for Hope and our family.
"Bringing her home was a moment we had dreamed about for months.
"Starting Hope’s Tiny Tapes is our way of giving something back and helping support the unit that cared for our daughter during the most challenging time of our lives."
Staff on the unit described Hope’s extraordinary progress since birth as "a miracle."
NHS Fife say her story is a testament to the power of specialist care, determination and a fighting spirit.
Through their business, Hope’s family say they are not only honouring her journey but also helping others who may face similar circumstances.
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