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NICU baby’s Taylor Swift costume is melting hearts everywhere

This viral TikTok video has touched the hearts of Swiftie moms and NICU families across the globe.

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Mom shares how having 4 babies resulted in a jaw-dropping $4 million hospital bill

Each baby required a stay in the NICU, with the mom of four receiving a staggering healthcare bill upon their return home.

Baby Health

The unexpected perks of having a NICU baby (and a few realistic cons)

Lessons learned from a mom who’s been there—twice.

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5 ways I became a better labor & delivery nurse by being a NICU mama

You may not be physically close to your baby but I will do everything in my power for you to feel close to them.

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10 ways to support a new NICU mama

While you may not have experienced being a NICU mama yourself, being a good friend is universal and consistent.

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What to do when everything goes wrong—all at the same time

What if we put more energy into thinking about all the ways in which things could go right?

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10 things I wish I knew as a new NICU mama

Don’t allow the setbacks of the NICU to define your journey.

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My daughter spent 5 weeks in the NICU—and it could have been avoided

We need to speak critically about the existing systems that can fail women before, during and after pregnancy.

Mental Health

5 reasons why NICU parents might be more susceptible to depression and anxiety

Why do NICU and preemie parents have to struggle in silence?

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After a 4-month NICU stay, I’m not the parent I thought I would be

Our NICU experience taught me to find joy in every moment.

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Can I still be sad if my baby is the healthiest in the NICU?

I cried everyday struggling with how to be her mother when we were together and struggling when we were apart.

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To the mama in the hospital this holiday season

I am sending you love as you unwrap medical diagnoses instead of gifts.