Siblings and the NICU

Having a baby in the NICU is a difficult time in any parent's life. When you have other young children at home, challenges are multiplied. They need your time and attention, too. One of the most valuable things we can offer our children in times of crisis is clear, consistent information. This resource provides some of the most common questions your child may have and suggestions on how to answer. © NICU Parent Network: Hand to Hold

Hand to Hold, a national NICU family support organization, produced this video specifically for siblings who have a brother or sister in the neonatal intensive care unit. The tour is led by a NICU graduate who explains what a NICU is, about the care babies receive there, the importance of handwashing and what a big brother or sister can do to show their love for their sibling even if they can't visit them in the hospital NICU. Visit www.handtohold.org to learn more. © NICU Parent Network: Hand to Hold