Do you feel like no one understands?
Let’s face it – no one really understands what you are going through, unless they have been through it themselves.
Even with all my years of NICU experience as a nurse and NNP, I thought I knew all things related to the NICU, but my views were only from a singular perspective. Nothing could have prepared me…
Only parents who have sat there and helplessly watched their child wince in pain and suffer through procedures and labs draws, repeatedly, understand what it is like.
So as a Mama of a former 23 weeker and a NNP, I have compiled my Top Tips for all NICU parents.
Some you may know, some you have possibly never even thought of and some you just flat out need to be reminded of!
As they say, do as I say and not as I do (or did in this scenario)!
Looking back, I know that I did not take the best care of myself. Yes, I can now somewhat admit that I should have taken more breaks, but we live and learn.
How will the top tips for NICU parents benefit me?
After reading through the top tips for NICU parents, you will be equipped with more knowledge of how to care for your baby in the NICU. There are tips to guide you through your relationships during this stressful time, to help with your unique financial situations, and most importantly, to empower you as a parent!
Please acknowledge that being an active member of your baby’s care team will benefit you and them in the long run exponentially!
Go HERE to get all of my top tips EVERY NICU PARENT needs to know and try to follow!
I know this is difficult, but you’ve got this!
For you, what is the most difficult component of having your baby in the NICU been?
