Expert Guides

Real NICU guidance from Sandy Fournier, RN — drawing on 46 years of caring for the tiniest patients and their families.

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For Parents

Your First Day in the NICU

Nothing can fully prepare you. But knowing what to expect makes the hardest day a little easier.

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For Parents

Understanding NICU Equipment

Beeping monitors and flashing numbers can terrify any parent. Here's what each piece of equipment actually does.

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For Parents

Kangaroo Care: The Power of Skin-to-Skin

The most powerful thing you can do for your NICU baby doesn't require a medical degree. It requires your chest.

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For Parents

Bringing Your Baby Home from the NICU

You've waited weeks or months for this day. Here's how to prepare — and what nobody tells you about the transition.

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NICU Milestones Worth Celebrating

Regular baby books skip these moments. But in the NICU, every single one of these is a victory worth documenting.

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For Nurses

New NICU Nurse Survival Guide

Starting as a NICU nurse is overwhelming. Here's everything orientation didn't cover, from a 46-year veteran.