Help Support 'Sophie' and Family through this difficult time
Support Baby Sophie’s Family and Help Give Her a Beautiful Farewell when the time comes to say goodbye.
Dargaville, Northland
On the 9th of April 2025, Reece Neho and Octaviah Jackson welcomed their beautiful daughter Sophie into the world—24 weeks too soon. Born extremely premature, Sophie has spent the last 124 days in neonatal intensive care, fighting with incredible strength and courage.
Throughout this unimaginable journey, Reece and Octaviah have never left her side. They both gave up their jobs to be with Sophie every single day, pouring all their love and energy into supporting her through every challenge. Sophie has endured more than any tiny soul should ever have to, and her parents have shown unwavering devotion and strength.
Sadly, the fight has become too much for Sophie, and she is now receiving palliative care. The family is now focused on creating precious, lasting memories with the little time they have left.
We are raising funds to help Reece and Octaviah give Sophie the peaceful and beautiful farewell she deserves. Your kindness will help ease the financial burden during this heartbreaking time and allow the family to honour Sophie with a dignified and loving goodbye.
Every donation, no matter the size, will make a difference. Thank you for your compassion and support.
Catherine Monnington's involvement (page creator)
Reece is my beloved nephew, and I’m fundraising to support him, Octaviah, and their family through this heartbreaking journey with their precious baby Sophie.
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The money raised will help cover, when the time comes, giving Sophie a beautiful and peaceful farewell.
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Latest update
Sophie Update 23.12.2025 23 December 2025
A small update on Sophie. It’s been a few turbulent weeks. Sophie has been unwell and was moved from the ward to PICU. She is currently requiring increased levels of oxygen and has been placed back on CPAP. Sadly, she has also contracted Rhinovirus, which has made this period even more challenging.
On the 16th of December, Sophie underwent another operation to balloon two of her pulmonary veins.
We’re taking things day by day and letting Sophie go at her own pace, even when it feels like we’re going backwards. It’s been a scary and exhausting time, but we’re holding onto the small positives — including a few smiles and giggles and some small improvement in her CO₂ levels at times.
We also want to say a huge thank you for all the love, kindness, and support we’ve received throughout this year. The messages, prayers, donations, and encouragement have carried us through more than you’ll ever know .
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