by Julie Cruz | Mar 9, 2016 | Life after the NICU
Over the past 10 years, there has been a new trend to teach babies sign language. The theory is that babies can learn to sign before they can speak. There are many different DVDs and TV shows that help with this. Parents want to teach their babies to be able to...
by Joel Brens | May 13, 2013 | Family Stories, Fatherhood, Life after the NICU
Our son Jayden has accomplished so much in his first three years. How he has grown as an explorer, learner, and social butterfly has been quite exciting. Since his second birthday, Jayden has been receiving therapy through Early Intervention, which has certainly...
by Katrina Moline | Feb 13, 2013 | Life after the NICU, Medical Info & Resources
I recently had to come to terms with the fact that my 24-week preemie will no longer be able to continue with the same therapy regimen he’s followed for the last three years, since coming home from a five-month NICU stint. We’ve relied heavily on therapy,...
by Joel Brens | Jan 17, 2013 | Family Stories, Fatherhood, Life after the NICU
A mantra I have lived by since the day our son was born has been “My son may not always be a preemie, but I will always be a proud preemie parent!” While that sentiment rings true, as Jayden’s early start certainly changed my outlook on life and...
by Katrina Moline | Oct 15, 2012 | Emotional Health, Life after the NICU, NICU Life, Siblings
Just when I think I’ve heard it all, when I convince myself nothing and no one can deflate me – some unwitting stranger does. And always at the moment I least expect it. Maybe I’m having a particularly ambitious day and I’ve ventured to the...
