by Amy Carr | Feb 29, 2016 | Emotional Health, NICU Life
As a parent of a child who spent time in the neonatal intensive care unit, I can tell you it was the birth experience I didn’t expect and hadn’t planned for. Though my daughter’s stay was shorter than some, the emotional fallout and shock of it all did not wear off...
by Amy Carr | Nov 2, 2015 | Inspiration, News
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Sixth Annual Preemie Power Photo & Essay Contest! We received over 80 entries ranging in ages from mere weeks old up to 10 years. Each of the entries was accompanied by an inspiring story of strength and hope, proving...
by Amy Carr | Jul 17, 2015 | News
Families of preemies and babies born with special health needs are often overwhelmed by their need for information and support, and NICU professionals make a huge difference in the lives of these families. Neonatal nurses, Meredithe Mullen and Cindy Enke, along with...
by Amy Carr | Jul 16, 2015 | News
The outstanding care neonatal professionals give to NICU families is recognized and applauded each year during the NICU Heroes Awards, presented by Mead Johnson Nutrition and Hand to Hold. This year, families from 21 U.S. states nominated neonatal nurses, physicians,...
by Amy Carr | Apr 1, 2015 | Life after the NICU, News
They say that the NICU is a special place. And it is. Babies show how strong they are despite their size and medical challenges. Families show how resilient they can be in the face of the ups and downs that come with a hospital stay of any length. And there are those...
