The NICU had a patient whose mom was Covid positive and in the LRU, on ECMO and trached. Her baby was born at 32 weeks gestation and required intubation while his mom continued to decline unaware that her baby was delivered. When the LRU team believed that mom wouldn't survive, they asked if her baby could visit to get pictures for the family. This was a turning point for mom, and she began to improve. When she was healthy enough to be decannulated the LRU worked with Meghan to throw the family a baby shower. Meghan worked with our team to raise over $1,000 and the LRU raised over $8,000! Meghan spoke with dad, who visits daily, to determine what the family needed. The team was able to purchase everything on their list plus gift cards. The day of the event was so special. Mom's room was decorated, the gifts were wrapped. Dad and baby were able to attend and everyone surprised mom. This is a true example of collaboration, compassion, and empathy.
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We have been caring for a patient in the NICU whose mother has been critically ill with Covid-19 in the LRU. Once the baby improved, our team determined that he was stable enough to visit with his mother. Meghan has been one of his primary nurses and has had the opportunity to take him to visit her daily over the last few weeks. Meghan said her only wish is that every nurse could have this enlightening experience. In these stressful and uncertain times, it has been really heartwarming to see such a positive experience. Meghan has truly gone above and beyond.