Gretchen continues her story this week with the details of Alex’s NICU stay, and the effects the NICU stay and the pandemic had on her parenting after their NICU journey.
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In our second Practical Parenting Focus on Touch in the NICU Episode, we discuss Kangaroo Care. Also known as Skin-to-skin care, Kangaroo care has benefits to both mothers and babies in the NICU.
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Marquita had an uncomplicated pregnancy up until she went into preterm labor at 22-weeks. Kas was born weighing 440g. Being born at the edge of viability, she was given the option to “go with it or not” - you don't have time to think about it - you just have to make a decision. Marquita and her family decided to see what Kas would do. He had his misbehaving moments, but it was clear to the family that he was fighting, so they kept fighting for him.
How do you survive an 8 month NICU stay with your baby:
Nurses - they are a combination of your best friend, your favorite teacher, and your therapist.
Reading - Read, read read.
Connecting with your baby when you visit can keep you going and fighting for another day.
Emily had not one, but two infants in the NICU. Her son was born at 33 weeks and her daughter was born at 23 weeks. Her story kicks off our Mini Mighty Littles Series this week!
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Cori bravely discusses how fighting for one more day can make all the difference in the world when it comes to the fight for survival at the edge of viability. Her son was born at 24 weeks, 1 day. He is now 2 1/2 years old.
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Bailey joins us and talks about many of the unspoken fears in the NICU. Her biggest takeaway - You have to have hope in the NICU.
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