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nurse holding a baby wearing a cap and gown

Viral video shows NICU ‘graduate’ in cap and gown

Little Cullen Potter celebrated a big milestone after 160 days in the NICU.

Updated Mar. 18, 2022
dad putting a car seat in the car

7 essential car seat safety tips for NICU babies

5. Save money and skip the aftermarket products

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Having a preemie during flu season made me hyper-aware of germs

I did not leave the house. Repeat. I did not leave the house.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

When parents take care of their babies in the NICU, everyone benefits, new study shows

A huge step in improving the start of so many families’ journeys.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

12 signs you’re a NICU parent

7. You time your breast-pumping schedule around the NICU in order to use hospital grade pumps.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

It’s science: A mother’s touch is one of the best gifts you give your little ones

It turns out that humans have a biological need for touch—especially babies.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
nicu baby clutching their mother's finger

15 thoughts a NICU mom has that she can’t always tell you

15. I will never, ever be the same.

Updated Aug. 22, 2022

12 NICU parents on what they wish they knew—and how to make it through

“Every step they take is one step closer to being home.”

Updated Aug. 15, 2022
nebworn in the nicu

Seven Nights in the NICU

A mom reminisces on the nerve-wracking--and heart-warming--time she spent in the NICU.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

8 Tips to Help You Breastfeed In the NICU

Yes, you can have a successful nursing relationship with your NICU baby.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

What I Learned about Motherhood in the NICU

Why this twin mom considers her experience there a gift.

Updated Aug. 15, 2022

Life After the NICU

6 tip to transition from the NICU to home.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
Want to help NICU mothers? Support paid maternity leave.

Want to help NICU mothers? Support paid maternity leave.

We must find ways to support our mothers and fathers, particularly those with babies who need a little extra TLC.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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