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? for NICU moms

StefanieM522StefanieM522 member
in October 2012 Moms

A friend of mine went into pre-term labor over a week ago at 23 weeks and they were able to stop labor and she was put on bed rest until she delivered.  Well Last night at 25 weeks exactly her little man decided he couldn't wait any longer and she delivered him so he is in the NICU, until he is strong enough to go home.  I want to do something for her and her husband to try and make their stay in the NICU a little easier but I'm not sure what to do.  So moms who had NICU time, what was really helpful for you to make it easier? Should I get her a gift card for food? maybe a baby blanket? I am at a loss as to what to do but I want to do something. I can't imagine what she is going through right now! Any advice or suggestions would be great! Thanks


                
               







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  • LexiSophie55LexiSophie55 member
    Food and snacks were the most hepful for us.  We were only there 5 days.

    A cousin gave us a parking pass voucher thing - that was nice - something we didn't need to worry about (parking).

    If they have a Ronald McDonald house attached that is a lifesaver.  If they don't - home cooked meals are hard to pass up.

    Any little thing will be appreciated.  Even a phone call in the middle of the day was a nice break sometimes.

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  • lady dixneuflady dixneuf member
    a friend who had a baby at 28 weeks really liked the little hats
    and just support!


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  • scrumpfyscrumpfy member
    My SIL delivered my niece at 29 weeks. Because they spent all their time at the hospital, they had very little time for everyday regular stuff. So they appreciated gift cards for food and people bringing them meals, and helping out with chores- we'd stop by their house when they were gone and do a load of laundry, vacuum, mop, etc.
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  • Wally3Wally3 member
    Ditto food gift cards places between their house and the hospital. Snack food. Coffee cards like Starbucks and duckn if they like that. Call and say you are at the grocery store what does she need. I didn't want to be a trouble to others so make it seem like no
    Bother to help her.

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  • StefanieM522StefanieM522 member
    Thanks ladies! these are all great ideas! :)

                    
                   







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