Date: 09/25/2024

The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) provides around-the-clock care to sick or preterm babies. If your baby requires NICU care, he or she may be hooked up to machines or placed in an incubator. This can be an overwhelming experience for new parents. In fact, research shows that having a baby in the NICU can negatively affect the mental health of new moms and their families. These issues may be even more common among people of color.

https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/taking-care-your-mental-health-while-your-baby-nicu-0