My first and only child was born at 28 weeks gestation. It was a very scary time for me because I did not know what to expect and wanted my daughter to be ok. I am trying to put together information so parents can have an idea of what to expect if they are in ...
This article is intended to help mothers of preemies understand what they will be going through and what to expect in the NICU. It will also give an overview of the type of equipment you may have to get used to as well as an understanding of your rights as the mother of an NICU ...
Approximately one year ago, my twin daughters were born two months premature. Since they were premature and born less than five pounds each they were sent to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) where they would receive special care. From the moment I entered the NICU I was greeted warmly and saw that my babies ...
What is Kangaroo Care? The goal of any new parent is to get out of the hospital and home with baby as soon as possible. But with a preemie you have a lot more to overcome before that happens. Weight gain, stable heart rate, stable body temperatures, and the ability to suck…these are just some ...
Things don’t always go as planned. In the world of childbirth and newborn parenting there are so many unpredictable events. One of the most well-intentioned, yet stressful areas is breastfeeding. There’s nipple confusion, latching issues, lack of sucking reflex, and health issues that can get in the way. The road blocks can be overwhelming and ...
