NICU Family Resources

The Rehabilitation Services team has gathered the following developmental resources for the families of our NICU babies. Please feel free to ask your baby’s physical therapist if you have any questions about the information provided.

Kangaroo Care (Skin-to-Skin Care)

SENSE Program (Supporting & Enhancing NICU Sensory Experiences)

Reading Your Baby’s Cues

Understanding Your Preemie's Special Language

Importance of Sleep for Premature Infants

Head Preference and Tummy Time

Infant Massage

Safe Sleep Environment

How to Swaddle Bathe

NICU Graduate Developmental Follow-Up Program

Tummy Time Basics

How to Correct Your Baby’s Age for Prematurity

Early Intervention Evaluation

CDC’s Developmental Milestones

Additional Resources

• Peekaboo ICU
• Baby Navigator
• March of Dimes