💙 Welcome to the NICU 💙
We know this wasn’t part of your birth plan, but we want you to know—you’re not alone. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
This journey can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to guide you. You’ve got this. #NICUFamily#PreemieSupport
Thirdhand smoke—the toxic residue left behind on clothes, furniture, and skin—can be harmful to babies even if no one is actively smoking around them!
Every small step helps protect your little one’s health!
#BabySafety#NICUHealth#Nicu#babyhealth#infanthealth
When your baby comes home, safe sleep is everything. Here’s what we teach in the NICU to help keep your little one safe:
These simple steps can make a BIG difference in protecting your baby’s sleep safety.
#SafeSleep#NICUBabies#ABCsOfSafeSleep#PreeMeJourney#NicuNurse
Let's take a moment to have tea together while I share wisdom from NICU families & teams, break down medical concepts, and help you feel more confident communicating with your NICU team. ☕✨
Join me for a cup? #NICUwisdom#MedicalMondays#PreeMeJourney
There's no question that the NICU is a scary place for families. But learning some commonly used NICU terms can help alleviate your families' NICU journey's stress and anxiety. Read our list https://t.co/T7FObdNeqy
Doctors and nurses in neonatal intensive care units work tirelessly to ensure that premature babies born before 37 weeks gestation are healthy, thriving and ready to leave the hospital as quickly as possible.
#preemiestrong#preemiebaby#preemiepower#prematurebaby#micropreemie
In the NICU, it’s easy for parents to feel isolated and alone.
While the NICU team is important, you are what your baby needs and wants. To hear your voice, feel your skin and know that you are close is what your baby desires most.
#nicumama#nicuteam#preemiepower#nicuparents
They are the most precious gift life has given you, and they deserve every ounce of care and attention that we can give them.
To find out how you can support preemies, and their families, please reach out to us.
As a parent of a preemie, you may have questions and concerns about their development such as:
- What is normal for a preemie?
- When should my baby hit milestones?
- How can I tell if my child is developing normally?
For NICU parents, RSV is a word that can strike fear into the heart. The virus is relatively mild in healthy adults and children, but it can be deadly for premature babies.
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