09/28/2026
This month, we’re sharing a NICU mom’s story in honor of NICU Awareness Month. Every family’s journey is different, and we’re grateful to Madison for letting us share a piece of hers. ❤️
"I spent two long months in the hospital waiting for the arrival of my twins. During that time, the doctors and nurses did everything they could to prepare me for what life in the NICU might look like, but no amount of preparation could truly prepare me for the moment it became our reality. When I was finally discharged, I felt a deep mix of emotions—relief and happiness to finally be going home after two months, but an overwhelming sadness knowing I was leaving my babies behind. Walking into the NICU the first day, I was greeted by a familiar face: one of the nurses had been the school nurse at the school where I taught. In that moment, I felt an incredible sense of peace knowing my boys were surrounded by people who would care for them when I couldn’t be there. The doctors and nurses became such an important part of our journey.
They cared not only for my boys, but for me too—keeping us informed, answering our endless questions, celebrating every small milestone, and making sure I was okay along the way. After another month, the day finally came when I got to carry my boys out of the hospital and bring them home. They say NICU babies are some of the strongest little fighters, and looking at my boys now, four years later, I can say with my whole heart that it’s true. They taught me what strength, patience, hope, and gratitude truly look like from the very beginning."