What you can do in the NICU
What you can do in the NICU
Our mission is to support and educate Canadian families of premature babies every step of the way – before, during and after their NICU stays.
Our vision is to create a brighter future for all premature babies and those who care for them.
Introducing Preemi™, the stuffie made just for premature babies. Learn more here.
COVID-19
Here’s what we are doing to support you virtually!
Life in the NICU can feel unimaginable at the best of times and we recognize the current situation adds an extra layer of worry for all preemie families. Although units have suspended in person patient and peer support, you are not alone!
Download here our informative poster with all our currently virtual programs .
Led by trained peer support facilitators from across the country, is a safe place to go for evidence-based information, peer support and connection 24/7.
Led by Perinatal Mental Health Specialist.
Veteran Preemie Parent Kate Robson meets virtually every Tuesday at 12pm EST - on our Facebook Group
Feature top NICU researchers, specialists and experts from across Canada.
Every Friday at 1pm EST - Facebook Page & Youtube
If you miss a session click here to find the full list of episodes.
Provides virtual mental health help for the parents of Premature Babies. Short-term support from mental health professionals.
We are with you every step of the way!
Here is a list of trusted education and information resources to support you during Covid-19
COVID-19 Useful Links
General information - Canada
https://www.allthingsneonatal.com/canadian-covid-19-resources
Caring for your baby in the NICU during the Pandemic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTLOLh-a7w4&feature=youtu.be
The Hospital For Sick Children
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/coronavirus-landing-page.html?WT.ac=p-ra
Breastfeeding
https://www.medela.com/breastfeeding/mums-journey/covid-19-information-concerning-breastfeeding
http://safelyfed.ca/covid19-resources/
https://www.bfmed.org/abm-statement-coronavirus
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-on-covid-19-pregnancy-childbirth-and-breastfeeding
Milk Banks
http://www.bcwomens.ca/our-services/labour-birth-post-birth-care/milk-bank
http://northernstarmilkbank.ca
https://www.hema-quebec.qc.ca/lait-maternel/donneuses-lait/banque-publique-lait-maternel.en.html
Canadian Pediatric Society
Delivery room considerations for infants born to mothers with suspected or proven COVID-19
NICU care for infants born to mothers with suspected or proven COVID-19
Breastfeeding when mothers have suspected or proven COVID-19
World Health Organization
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Activities
https://www.swaypartners.com/fun-academy
Global Alliance for Newborn Care
https://www.glance-network.org/covid-19/
Zero Separation Campaign
