I had a late term preemie, at 36 weeks with IUGR weighing 3lbs 15oz 2 weeks ago and she is about to come home from the NICU this week hopefully.
My MIL wants to throw a meet the baby party but im a bit nervous about all the people and everyone wanting to hold her etc.
She was thinking of having the party in July so at least a month from now, what do you think?
Re: Preemie meeting the family?
Your little one was born much later than my DD, so it might not be the same for you... but when my DD came home, I didn't want ANYONE to hold her except our immediate family! I was super nervous about her getting sick and having to go back to the hospital. She came home at 34 weeks GA and was about 4lbs and had an apnea monitor... but this was in November and everyone was getting sick. We actually took her to my SIL's house for Thanksgiving, and when the doctor found out we got yelled at!
I would have the party, but ask that only healthy adults/children attend and minimize how many people touch her. I'm sure everyone will understand! They will have plenty of time to cuddle with her later on!