by Guest Blogger | Jun 2, 2016 | Family Stories, Fatherhood
This month we’re celebrating the dads! If you have a story about fatherhood to share, whether it’s about the dad or grandfather in your NICU baby’s life, email...
by Guest Blogger | Apr 22, 2016 | Family Stories
by Christina Brueske My pregnancy was amazing. I never knew there was something so rewarding! Every check up our daughter was right on for growth, and I was healthy. At my 39 week check up on October 26, 2015, I had been having some issues with swelling and headaches....
by Brittany Shives | Feb 10, 2016 | Family Stories, Medical Info & Resources, Pregnancy & Bedrest
After my water broke, and I delivered my daughter seven weeks early, I often wondered why. Did I do something wrong? Would it happen again if I were to get pregnant in a few years? Most women who experience preterm labor ask themselves these same questions. Many times...
by Guest Blogger | Jan 22, 2016 | Family Stories
At 20 weeks pregnant, Krista was diagnosed with oligohydramnios, or low amniotic fluid, a rare condition that happens in only 4% of pregnancies. Here is her story. What were the circumstances surrounding your child’s birth? When I was 20 weeks pregnant with Nina we...
by Guest Blogger | Dec 16, 2015 | Family Stories, NICU Life
My name is Linda Merritt, and I am a NICU nurse as well as a NICU mom. After hearing Hand to Hold founder Kelli Kelley speak recently at NANN’s 31st Annual Educational Conference, I realized I needed to share my story to let parents know that even though you may...
