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What do you write in a NICU baby card?
Welcome to the world you little fighter, time to show Mummy and Daddy how big and brave you are even if that’s not in size. Keep strong and keep fighting, you have so much love around you and always will. Best wishes to you and your brave little fighter. You’ve got this!
What do you write to a NICU mother?
I am proud you put on your brave face and wheeled down to the NICU, for some of us just hours after major surgery. Finally holding both of our babies in the NICU two weeks after their birth date. I’m proud of you for soaking up every medical term you could to best advocate for your tiny babe.
What do you write in a baby card?
Simple New Baby Wishes
- “So happy for you three.
- “Congratulations on your new arrival.
- “Wishing you many congratulations on your new bundle of joy.”
- “Wishing you many congratulations on the birth of your daughter/son.”
- “What a very lucky baby!
- “Well done on creating a mini human being.
- “Really happy for you both.
What can you not ask parents of NICU?
Don’t say, “At least you don’t have a baby waking you up at night.” I would give anything to have a baby at home waking me up, rather than pumping in the middle of the night alone in an empty nursery. Don’t ask “Do you have to go there every day?” Yes. This is my baby. In a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
How do I cope with leaving my baby in the NICU?
Here’s what you can do to help take care of yourself when your baby’s in the NICU:
- Stick to a daily routine.
- Connect with other NICU families at NICU classes, in the family lounge or in the NICU hallway.
- Take breaks from the NICU.
- Talk to a counselor.
What do you say to someone going into preterm labor?
Words and how they are said can make a huge difference in how she remembers her experience of labor and birth.
- Hang in There! This phrase provides a note of support without a lot of pressure.
- I Love You.
- Think of the Baby.
- You’re Going to Be a Great Mother.
- Awesome!
- Keep Going.
- I’m Here for You.
- Just a Bit More.
What is the best way to support parents of NICU?
When a friend’s baby is in the NICU: 10 Things You Can Do to Help
- Reach out, but don’t expect a reply. Let the new mom know you’re thinking of her and her family.
- Say Congratulations.
- Give Preemie Parents time to Grieve.
- Offer Rides to the Hospital.
- Provide Meals.
- Give Coins.
- Give a Journal.
- Help with Chores and Pets.