Our Services‘A Guiding Hand’ Books
Our guidebooks for families in NICU and Special Care Nurseries are essential reading for those who have had a premature or sick baby
These handy guidebooks have been developed by our team, who have also experienced the birth of a premature or sick baby.
We know firsthand how difficult it can be to navigate the neonatal unit when everything is so new and uncertain. These books provide the perfect combination of comfort, validation and information to make you feel less helpless and more in control.
They are also backed by leading health professionals, so you can rest easy knowing that you’re getting all the right information.
A Guiding Hand for Families in Special Care Nurseries
The guide is full of essential information but it’s also easy to read. Inside you’ll find:
- List of Services provided by Life’s Little Treasures Foundation
- A guide to transitioning from the NICU to the SCN
- SCN explained
- Helpful coping strategies
- Advice for preparing to take your baby home
- Tips for once your baby comes home
- A list of community support services and resources
A Guiding Hand for Families in NICU and Special Care Nurseries
This guidebook is specifically for the families of babies who start their journey in NICU and then transition to SCN, or home. Inside you’ll find:
- Becoming a parent of a NICU/Special Care baby
- Practical tips and information
- Kangaroo Care
- Looking after yourself
- Information for Dads
- Supporting siblings of premature or sick babies
- Guide to NICU and Special Care Equipment
- Medical terms & abbreviations
- Tip sheets for the family and friends
Let us help you on the journey
Remember, whilst our guidebooks are great, sometimes you just need to chat to someone who has been there. We are always here for you. You can join our NICU Connections groups or contact us to find out more about our services, or just to speak to someone.
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