Sharing is Difficult
Nothing about a complicated pregnancy or NICU stay is easy. From the worry and the heartache to the decisions and the waiting, sharing is hard.
Not only do people want to know what is going on with your baby, but they are constantly asking how you are doing. Most of the time, you don’t know the answers to either of those questions.
Plus, explaining complex medical procedures or bad news when you are already emotional is really hard. It hurts having to relive those moments.
How can they understand if they haven’t experience the NICU themselves?
Sometimes, it seems that sharing the good news and progress is the only thing people want to hear.
Sharing is Important
However, it’s important to share it all. The good, the bad, and all the emotions.
Not only is it a release for the parent, but it helps others better understand what NICU life is like. It can also be a beacon of hope to another person going through a similar situation. It is exactly why I started an online journal, which in turn became this blog.
When I first started my journal, I only shared with friends and family. I also only shared the facts. About 50 days into our journey, I hit a wall and need to share more. I needed to get my emotions out there, and I needed support.
I then realized I wasn’t the only one, and started my blog.
While it took her longer than 50 days, Sara wants to share her story too.
I knew early on that I wanted to reach out and help other micro preemie moms, but it took a lot of healing and forgiveness for me to feel ready to talk about it.
Today, on her amazing boy’s 3rd birthday, she is ready, and I’m so happy to be able to help her share.
Jordan
1. Tell us about your baby.
2. How long was your NICU stay? What was the hardest part?
3.Do you know what caused your premature birth?
4.How are you and your baby doing now?
5. What advice would you give to a new preemie or NICU family?
While I don’t have any kids, I always find it so beautiful the way little babies are able to have such power and strength. Thank you for sharing Jodan’s story. What a sweet kiddo!
My goodness, you mommas are strong 💪 I can’t even imagine going through this and wondering if baby will make it through the night but so glad that there were wonderful nurses and staff to help you during this highly stressful time. Also this just made my heart leap:
“You may feel like your contributions are minor compared to the NICU staff, but your touch, voice and attitude are just as important. Sing the same songs, tell the same stories, say your child’s name every chance you get.” ❤️❤️❤️
What a wonderful post! I’m sure this was, and will be, a great inspiration and “tool” for others to use 🙂
I’m so emotional reading this post. My oldest was a NICU baby, and even though it was 18 years ago, I remember it vividly. Thank you for highlighting this strong mama and her amazing little boy.
Thank you for sharing this! Having hope and prayer and the strength of your child makes it all worthwhile.
Oh wow this is beautiful. Our first baby spent a month in NICU then only made it home for 2 weeks before we needed another month in PICU. Such an emotionally turbulent time – your anxiety and pain warring with your excitement and love. Thank you for sharing!