Anyone else out there have had a kid in the NICU? My son was born this weekend at 28 weeks and is probably looking at a 3 month stay… currently have a 2 year old at home which adds to the challenge 😔

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So sorry to hear that OP. I pray to God that everything goes well.
Though I haven’t been in the situation, one of my friends son was born in 27 weeks, and was in NICU for close to 3/4 weeks, they were first time parents, but at the end everything went well.

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Hi ! We went through this - 28 weeks and 5 days with a 2 year old at home. This was almost three years ago. It’s an amazing journey. DM me if you want.

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My youngest son was born at 25 weeks and was in the NICU for 6 months. My mom helped with the other kids while we were back and forth to the hospital. My husband went on FMLA during the time while I worked. My son is 7 and thriving now.

It’s tough but you will get through it. Just support however you can and take it day by day.

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I know this seems tough but be hopeful. Everything will turn out ok. I wish that your wife and newborn recover as quickly as possible. Plus, are you on paternity leave?

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Thanks for the wishes. We get 8 weeks but I figure I’ll need it more when baby comes home and midnight diaper changes become my responsibility so I’m taking 2 weeks now… probably won’t be enough but I’m hoping work will be a good distraction

Sorry to hear that. Haven’t had the experience and I can only imagine how tough that is for your family. Wishing you and your little one all the best.

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NICU Nurses are Angel's on earth, you're in great hands and while it's scary and tough to manage, keep the faith. Went through it when my son was born 8 years ago this month.

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Wishing you and your family all the best, OP!

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