by Marty Barnes | Oct 19, 2015 | Life after the NICU
A similar version of this post was originally published in October 2012. It has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Kids love candy. However, for many kids candy is simply not an option. Between childhood obesity, juvenile diabetes, food allergies, and...
by Marty Barnes | Mar 18, 2013 | Medical Info & Resources
Before we get started, a little about myself. I am NOT a doctor, nor am I a trained medical professional in any way. I am a mom. My daughter, Casey, has very complex medical needs. I joke with other moms of children with complex needs that not only should we all...
by Marty Barnes | Feb 15, 2013 | Emotional Health, Life after the NICU, Medical Info & Resources
Milestones, standardized tests, and growth charts quickly become a nightmare for parents/caregivers of a preemie or medically involved child. Instead of being things to look forward to they are constant reminders of what your child is NOT doing. I think the first...
by Marty Barnes | Nov 19, 2012 | Emotional Health, Life after the NICU
I am sure we have all heard, and many of us have used the saying ‘it takes a village’. When dealing with a child with special needs and/or medical issues this really hits home. Life for my daughter started in the NICU with a team of medical professionals treating...
by Marty Barnes | Oct 26, 2012 | Life after the NICU
Kids love candy. However, for many kids candy is simply not an option. Between childhood obesity, juvenile diabetes, food allergies, and other special needs, the population of children excluded from Halloween traditions grows each year. Year after year I dressed my...
