We are here to help you.
Having a baby born premature or sick is usually a very different path than what you had expected. Congratulations on the arrival of your baby or babies, who are now in the Neonatal Intensive Care unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN). This information is designed for parents and families of premature or sick babies to provide you with support, guidance, confidence and strength as you navigate the hospital journey ahead.
Speak to your doctor and healthcare team about what you can and can’t do. Speak openly about every concern you have, you are not bothering them and your health and the health of your baby comes first.
NurtureLine is our free family peer support helpline caring for families with a high risk pregnancy, the hospital journey with a baby in a neonatal unit, the transition to home and onwards to adulthood. Call NurtureLine 1300 622 243 (1300 MBABIES) if you are need of support.
Keep reading to find out more about the services and support we can provide to you and your family.
NurtureLine
NurtureLine is a free 24hr family support helpline for families of a premature or sick newborn; 1300 622 243 (1300 MBABIES).
NurtureTime
NurtureTime provides peer support to families inside the hospital, taking place on a set schedule weekly or fortinightly.
In Hospital
Support for families of premature or sick babies, to offer guidance, confidence and strength as you navigate the hospital journey ahead.
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Available resources
We have a range of resources to guide and support at every of stage of your journey.
Ask your hospital if they have these resources available for you, otherwise you can get in touch with [email protected].
NICU Survival Pack
Our NICU Survival Pack equips parents with vital tools and resources to help them feel supported and able to navigate and cope with the experience of having a baby in specialised care.
Milk Express Pack
Educate mothers on expressing breast milk for their babies in the NICU/SCN and provide resources for safe storage and transportation of expressed breast milk.
Grad Bag
Our Grad Bag has been introduced to help you with your transition from hospital to home.
