Tag: premature babies
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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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To the Mom Watching Over Her Premature Baby in the NICU
Get Pregnant Fast I see you there. The worry, the fear, the uncertainty—it’s all too real. Believe me, I understand because I’ve been in your shoes. My twins, Leo and Max, made their entrance into the world seven weeks early on a frigid January day in Chicago. I was told that premature boys generally face…
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Embracing the Milestones That Truly Count
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to premature infants, every single statistic holds significant weight. These numbers reflect critical decisions—whether a baby requires an incubator, has overcome jaundice, or is on the path to returning home. Life in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a journey marked by countless milestones, both for the little…
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Mom Encourages Women: There’s No Such Thing as ‘Failing’ at Breastfeeding in Viral Post
Get Pregnant Fast Blogger Jenna Michaels is on a mission to help mothers understand the realities of breastfeeding. As a first-time mother, it’s easy to assume that breastfeeding will come naturally and effortlessly—like a well-rehearsed dance. Unfortunately, this is often far from the truth. That’s why Jenna wants women everywhere to realize that “breastfeeding isn’t…
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Heartwarming Photo of Father and Son Bonding with Newborn Twins Will Melt Your Heart
Get Pregnant Fast A touching image of a father and son bonding with their newborn twins is making waves on social media, showcasing a beautiful moment of skin-to-skin contact. In this viral photo, a young boy mirrors his father’s nurturing gesture, holding one of his premature twin siblings against his bare chest while resting on…