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Beautifully-designed, 94-page guidebook (digital PDF) using parent-friendly, trauma-informed language
Commercial use license for your organization
English and Spanish translations

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Empower your NICU families with knowledge and improve consistency in communication at the NICU bedside. This guidebook centers on empowering family involvement in 4 areas: caring for your baby, communicating with your baby, comforting your baby, and connecting with your baby.

The Complete Born to Bloom™ in the NICU Parent Ed Program

born to bloom nicu parent ED program

**This product is a digital download and immediately available as a PDF upon purchase. Includes complete guidebook and individual guidebooks for each section.

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Introduction to Connecting with Your NICU Baby
Opportunities to Bond and Grow Closer to Your Baby
Calm Your Mind to Connect with Your Baby
Calming Activity #1: Breathwork
Calming Activity #2: Mindful Coloring
Calming Activity #3: Daily Journaling
Calming Activity #4: Creating a Routine
Calming Activity #5: Grounding
Calming Activity #6: Explore Self-Care
Positive Affirmation Cards

Beautifully-designed, 94-page guidebook that empowers NICU families to care, comfort, communicate, and connect with their baby

Applicable for every baby and family navigating the NICU, regardless of age or diagnosis

Commercial use license permitting unlimited printing and use within your organization

Color-coded sections to simplify teaching

Improves parent-provider satisfaction by simplifying and standardizing conversations at the bedside

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Connecting with Your Baby in the NICU

English and Spanish translations included

10+ Interactive learning activities NICU parents and providers can complete at the bedside together

Information consistent with current evidence, developmental, and trauma-informed care standards

Knowledge and conversation checkpoints to support learning and accountability between NICU staff and parents

Uses family-friendly, trauma-informed language

Introduction to Caring for Your Baby
NICU Rounds and Care Times
Medical Lines, Wires and Tubes
Simple Ways to Support Development
Diaper Changes
Dressing Your Baby
Holding Your Baby
Bathtime with Your Baby
Feeding Your Baby
Learning Activity #1: NICU Care Checklist
Learning Activity #2: My Baby's Medical Equipment
Learning Activity #3: Create a Calm Care Time
Learning Activity #4: Daily Care Journal

Caring for Your Baby in the NICU

Introduction to Infant Cues
Your Baby's "GO" Cues
Your Baby's "PAUSE/STOP" Cues
What to Do When You See Stress or Pain Cues
NICU Cues Cheat Sheet
Learning Activity #1: Decode Some Cues
Learning Activity #2: My Baby’s Cues

Communicating with Your Baby in the NICU

Introduction to Comforting Your Baby
How to Know When Your Baby Needs Comfort
Types of Uncomfortable NICU Procedures
Strategies That Can Comfort Your Baby
Hand Hug
Sucking
Repositioning
Finger Hold
Containment
Skin-to-Skin Holding
Swaddling
Breast Milk
Step-by-Step Guide to Comforting Your Baby
Comforting your NICU Baby Cheat Sheet
Learning Activity #1: Make a Comfort Plan
Learning Activity #2: Comfort Checks

Comforting Your Baby in the NICU

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Parent education materials to help your NICU families step into their role as they navigate the NICU. Equip them with the information and supports needed to nourish the best possible experience for their baby.