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YOUR RESOURCE FOR COMPREHENSIVE NICU FAMILY SUPPORT
In January 2014, the National Perinatal Association convened a broad group of nearly 50 thought leaders and stakeholders. We came together with the common purpose of improving the level of psychosocial support provided to NICU parents – as well as improving training and support for those who provide care in NICUs. The resulting recommendations were published in December 2015. Learn about our process and the recommendations we developed here.
FOR PARENTS
Use this website to understand and explore your feelings as you adjust to your new role as a NICU parent. Find resources here to help you become more involved in your baby’s care and more aware of what you can do to strengthen your bond.
FOR PROFESSIONALS
If you work in a NICU—whether as a neonatologist, nurse practitioner, bedside nurse, neonatal therapist, or other staff—you have experienced firsthand how stressful it can be to care for tiny, fragile babies whose lives may hang in the balance. Those babies’ parents are experiencing stress as well, and need your support. Search our resources to help you improve your care and support of parents and your own NICU staff here.