Parents and Patients
Expectant parents hope that their baby will be born healthy without complications. However, problems can arise that may require a newborn to be hospitalized—that’s where NICS comes in.
Should the unexpected happen, the Newborn Intensive Care Specialist (NICS) staff of neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners provides hands-on care backed by the latest medical equipment and modern communication systems. Medical care and treatment plans are also developed to address the individual needs of babies and their families.
My baby has been admitted to the NICU.
What happens now?
While some babies stay in the NICU for only a few hours for observation care, others may spend months receiving specialized care. If your hospital is a NICS partner, babies requiring special care don't have to leave the area for treatment or be separated from you or your family. Once an infant is released from the hospital, they can return to the care of his or her regular pediatrician.
If your baby is admitted to the NICU, we encourage you to ask the doctor questions so that you may be informed about your infant’s care. These questions can include, but are not limited to:
– How long will my baby be in the unit?
– What specifically, is the problem?
– What will be involved in my baby’s treatment?
– What medicines will my baby have to take?
– What can I do to help my baby?
Where small miracles can create big results, NICS cares for newborns who need it the most.
