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the NICU ALUMNI resource library
Supporting NICU Siblings: 10 Ways to Help Your Other Children Through the Transition Home
Support siblings as they adjust now that their NICU brother or sister is finally home.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Celebrating Strength, Resilience, and Love
You’ll find a thoughtful collection of gifts in our Mother’s Day guide, each one chosen to honor the strength, love, and resilience of NICU moms.
From Tube Feeds to Oral Feeds: Where to Start
How to create memorable, positive experiences during mealtimes.
Your Child’s Developmental Milestones: What to Expect and How to Cheer Them On
Let's talk about developmental milestones—those little markers that tell us our kiddos are growing and learning like champs.
Music in Early Childhood Development
As children progress through the stages of development, they simultaneously embark on a musical journey…
Making Sense of Things: Understanding your child’s unique sensory needs
Sharing about one of the most impactful therapy tools that everyone can use!
What Is a Developmental Pediatrician? 11 Qualities to Look For in Your Child’s Doctor
Developmental Pediatricians are doctors specially trained to help NICU grads and children with disabilities thrive.
helpful links
NICU Alumni is proud to serve NICU grads and their families—and we’re not alone. There are amazing groups and organizations that can also support you while you’re still in the NICU, during your transition home, and into the future.
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CDC: What Is Early Intervention?
Early Intervention Contact Info by State (CDC)
Jack’s Basket - support for new diagnosis of Down syndrome
Learn the Signs. Act Early. (CDC)
Pathways.org - a valuable resource offering free materials to help you understand developmental milestones and age-appropriate activities.
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The ARC - supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion.
Family Café - Conference
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Academy of Special Needs Planners
Act4Me - Grants for therapy in Miami-Dade and Broward County
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FreeArm - Tube Feeding Assistant
Me Two Books - This blog contains book reviews and activities for the family.
Toy Recommendations by Lemon City Collective
Zaky HUG - Ergonomic support device designed to provide comfort, security, and better sleep to your baby as it mimics the warmth and scent of a caregiver’s touch.
our network of support
