Tag: NICU
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10 Things I Experienced When My Baby Was in the NICU
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached the end of my pregnancy, I never expected that a simple call to my doctor would lead to a whirlwind of emotions and experiences I wasn’t prepared for. After reporting an unbearable headache, I was quickly admitted to the hospital, where I learned I was in liver failure and…
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I Ran 147 Miles to Honor My Son’s NICU Journey — And Raised $50,000 for Premature Babies
Get Pregnant Fast At the heart of every parent’s journey is a story of resilience and hope. My son, Leo, was born at just 23 weeks gestation, and his incredible fight for life opened my eyes to the strength within myself and the support needed for families facing similar challenges. Initially, I feared I was…
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Volunteers Dress NICU Babies as Holiday Gifts for Their Families
Get Pregnant Fast As the holiday season approaches, a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Kansas City, Missouri, is spreading cheer by dressing premature infants as delightful presents for their parents. This heartwarming initiative, organized by nurses at St. Luke’s Hospital in collaboration with volunteers from March of Dimes, brings a touch of festive spirit…
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Huggies Launches the Tiniest Diaper for Micro Preemies
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, diapers are often an afterthought—except during those frequent changing moments. However, for parents of the tiniest preemies, the quest for a diaper that fits without harming their baby’s delicate skin has been a major hurdle. Thankfully, Huggies has stepped up to address this need. Introducing the Little…
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Grieving Mother Designs Purple Butterfly Stickers to Support Fellow NICU Parents
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant act of compassion, a grieving mother has found a way to assist other parents navigating the often painful landscape of the NICU experience. While vigilantly caring for her infant daughter, Lily, in the NICU, Sarah Thompson was struck by a thoughtless remark from another mother. “You’re so fortunate not…
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The Challenge of Naming Our Preterm Babies
Get Pregnant Fast As I lay in the ICU, recovering from a life-threatening ordeal, a nurse approached me from the NICU with a warm smile. “Are you planning to name your children?” she asked. My babies were just two days old, and until that moment, they had only been referred to as “Baby A,” “Baby…
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Conquering Guilt and Self-Blame as a Mother of a Premature Baby
Get Pregnant Fast As mothers, guilt seems to be ingrained in our very nature. We often feel remorse over everything from raising our voices to our little ones to declining their request to read the same book for the fifteenth time in one day! While a small amount of guilt can encourage us to strive…
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Grieving Mother Raises Millions to Support Families Struggling to Visit the NICU
Get Pregnant Fast In the face of unimaginable loss, a mother transforms her grief into hope for others. Medical expenses can mount quickly when a loved one is unwell. While insurance might cover some costs, the unexpected expenses—like transportation and parking—can be overwhelming. Carrie Matthews, co-founder of the Jackson Hope Foundation, understands this reality deeply.…