by Lindsay Rosenfeld | Jul 1, 2019 | Emotional Health, Life after the NICU, NICU Life
I remember the text. The terrifying message my friend on the other side of the country sent about a helicopter ride to a Level III NICU with her just-born, in-critical-condition micro preemie. I knew I wanted to be a support who “got it” and could provide tangible...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Feb 17, 2016 | NICU Life
One of the most common questions that leads people to this blog is something along the lines of, “My friend had a preemie – how can I help?” Friends and family want to help, but being a NICU parent is likely something to which many people cannot...
by Kathryn Whitaker | Dec 1, 2014 | Emotional Health, Inspiration, NICU Life
It’s a question that pops up in my inbox at least once a week: “I have a friend in the NICU. How can I help?” Well, I can tell you the absolute worst thing to say to your friend. “Please let me know if you need anything.” Chances are? She...
by Heather Hucks | Mar 14, 2014 | Emotional Health, Life after the NICU, NICU Life
Friendships can crumble. Over the days and weeks and months of a NICU stay and even after discharge, friendships and family relationships can become strained. Even the ones you thought were crumble resistant. When you least expect it and when you need them most,...