Please note these NICU parent stories contain information that some people may find distressing or upsetting

Some of our parents who have experienced life in neonatal care have kindly shared their experiences with us. We hope you may be able to draw comfort in hearing other NICU parent stories and know that you are not facing your neonatal journey alone.

It is always worth remembering that your baby’s journey is unique to them. Just because one baby may be in a similar situation to yours it doesn’t mean that their journey will be similar.

Spoons has a whole community of parents in Greater Manchester who support one another. Please see a list of our parent only Facebook support groups:

Spoons Private Facebook parent group

Spoons Private Facebook Dads group

Spoons Private Facebook neonatal bereavement group

You may also be interested in other support resources that are available in the North West

Our family support team are available to help you and your family navigate your neonatal journey

Family Stories

Oscar at Christmas

Christmas on the Neonatal Unit: Pip and…

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Jen and baby

Reflections from our staff team: Jen

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Aimee and babies

Reflections from our staff team: Aimee

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Lucie

Sarah’s Story

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Twins Henry and William

Heather’s Story

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Saskia is one

Lee, Shanice & Saskia

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