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Know Someone in the NICU? 10 Things You Can Do

Luke in the NICU, photo courtesy Whitaker Family

One of your friends just landed themselves in the NICU. Let me guess. You want to help, but you have no idea what to say or what to do. Fear not, many of us who have been there have these suggestions to help!

1. Ask them if they have a meal calendar set up, and if not, volunteer to get it started. While you’re at it, encourage folks to bring the meal in disposable dishes, along with a breakfast food for the family. That was always the toughest meal for me and my family to plan. It could be something as easy as a box of cereal and a gallon of milk. [Read more]