Premature infants are incredibly resilient—but their journey can involve long-term health, developmental, and behavioral challenges that many parents aren’t told about. This episode explores these realities in depth, from respiratory and neurological risks to sensory and emotional impacts, along with the lasting effects the NICU can have on families. It’s a compassionate, empowering look at what life after the NICU truly means.

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