It is well known that soldiers returning home from war often develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a condition marked by flashbacks to a trauma, hyperalertness, avoidance of situations that trigger upsetting memories, and negative emotions such as guilt or shame. However, fewer people know that parents commonly experience similar symptoms after their babies spend time...
Addressing PTSD in NICU Parents
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is essential to the survival of many premature and sick infants. However, beeping monitors, ventilators, and alarms can make it difficult for NICU babies to sleep. The layout of a NICU can also influence noise level. The open-bay model, in which multiple infants are kept in one room, has...
Every new parent experiences a flood of new emotions on delivery day. While these feelings often include a blend of excitement, nerves, and joy, delivery day is almost always a day of celebration. However, learning your baby is headed to the NICU upon delivery is incredibly tough for new parents. Throughout this page, we will...
When a baby requires care after birth, they will be transferred to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, or the NICU. A baby may require a NICU stay if they were born prematurely, had problems during delivery, or experienced complications after birth. The cost of a NICU stay depends on a number of factors including duration,...