There is plenty of room for family pictures, stuffed animals and other keepsakes for each baby. The dim lighting and soft colors were chosen, along with noise reduction materials, to create a pleasant area for infants and their families. It's important for the babies to feel comfortable, and parents need comfort during this difficult time, too. Our medical team understands how hard it is for parents who can't take their baby home right away. We want parents to trust us and feel involved.
Parents have a positive experience here because they are equal partners in their child's care.
I often tell them, 'we're hereto care for your baby. To do so with the greatest success, you need to involved in the baby's care. Once babies are well enough to leave the NICU, they may be discharged directly to home. Others are transferred back to their home hospital for further care. The Special Care and Newborn Nursery Units may be the next step for babies as they recover.