Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Sharing Your NICU Story

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Printable Tool

Presented by:

UCLA Child & Youth Behavioral Health Center of Excellence

Developed by:

Family Development Program (FDP)

Relevant categories:

Birth to Five Family Engagement Parenting Support

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Overview

Sometimes, people want to know about your baby's time in the NICU. It's okay to share, but it's also okay to keep things private. This guide can help you decide how you want to share your story.

Keywords: development, family, NICU, parenting support

Public link for sharing: https://learn.wellbeing4la.org/detail?id=401743&k=1784069456

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CE credit available

Added on 3/11/2025 · Last updated on 3/11/2025