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Prematurity and the Myth of “It’s Good for Their Immune System”
One thing parents of preemies and NICU babies hear often from well-meaning friends, family and even strangers is, “Don’t be so overprotective about germs! It’s good for their immune system!” Unfortunately this manner of thinking is dangerous...
Measles Outbreaks: Should Parents Be Concerned?
According to the CDC, from January 1 to February 28, 2019, 206 individual measles cases have been confirmed in 11 states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas and Washington.1 While many of these are...
Stay Healthy! Tips for Visiting the Pediatrician with Preemies or NICU Grads
by Jenna Maxfield While there are many precautions parents can take to protect their NICU graduates from contracting a cold, the flu or RSV, sometimes the inevitable happens. Between school, play dates, family visits and running errands, some germs are just...
Meet the Professional: What Does a Patient and Family Advisor Do?
Oftentimes when families are discharged from the NICU, a part of their healing process includes a strong desire to give back to the NICU, their healthcare team and the hospital where they received care. More and more hospitals across the country are embracing former...