by Michelle Hensel | Apr 7, 2014 | Emotional Health, NICU Life, Siblings
Almost four years have past since our time in the NICU. During that time our former micro-preemie twins have grown into active little toddlers. When I reflect back on our time in the NICU what usually stands out in my mind are the traumatic times. Trauma has a way of...
by Kelli Kelley | Mar 24, 2014 | Emotional Health, Family Stories, Fatherhood, Life after the NICU, NICU Life
For many NICU families, sharing our stories is a powerful tool in our attempt to rebuild our lives after a traumatic birth experience. My husband kept a daily journal during our four month NICU stay, but I was barely able to produce a grocery list! It would be almost...
by Kaleena Berryman | Mar 7, 2014 | Inspiration, Life after the NICU
When I look at my son I see a happy, lively, extremely kind kid with a spirit that is sweet and miraculous. He is every bit the gift from God I prayed for. I see his love for music, his keen sense of sound, and his ability to entertain himself just long enough for...
by Heather Hucks | Dec 9, 2013 | Emotional Health, Inspiration
So, you started isolation. Cue: hissing and booing. You made it through the first 2 months and by most accounts, it went rather smoothly. You really wanted to take your little pumpkin, or lion, or princess out for trick or treating but you held tight. You’ve...
by Carolyn Leighton-Hilborn | Nov 18, 2013 | Emotional Health, Inspiration, NICU Life
With the premature birth of your friend’s baby you may be at a loss for what to say or what to do for her and her family. Maybe you have never met anyone who had a premature baby and you’re faced with some confusing questions. One of the best ways you can help a...