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Anticipatory Guidance
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN WE GO HOME
Anticipatory guidance - in the context of NICU discharge preparation and transition planning - refers to helping the family develop a realistic idea of what their life will be like with their infant.
This means in the immediate future following discharge as well as over their life course.
What will things look like when we go home?
Understanding baby's cue
How to console an infant... and what to do when the crying doesn't stop
Preparing for emergencies and staying safe
Adapting to the "new normal" and
coping with complicated emotions
Managing medical bills and the "hidden costs" of the NICU
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