Who Are We?
NICU Parent Network is a collaborative of NICU Support Organizations led by NICU Parent Professionals. We are the only professional association for NICU Parent Leaders in the United States. NPN provides a platform for these leaders to come together as a collective voice representing the needs & best interests of NICU families in all facets of healthcare policy, care guidelines, advocacy, education, and family support.
Our Mission is to Provide Exceptional Experiences, a Vibrant Community, Practical & Compelling Content, and Essential Tools That Will Make You and Your Organization More Successful
ADVOCACY
Our organizations are dedicated to representing the needs and best interests of NICU families in all facets of healthcare policy, care guidelines, advocacy, education, and family support.
CULTIVATING LEADERS
NPN represents leaders who have turned NICU experiences into ways to touch the lives of NICU families. Offers a way to network with parent leaders, share best practices, mentoring opportunities, & meaningful relationship building.
REPRESENTATION
By collaborating and engaging with stakeholders in the Maternal Infant Health community, NPN members are committed to ensuring our most fragile population has every opportunity to thrive.
EDUCATION
NICU Parent Network has partnered with the National Perinatal Association to develop a superior quality, online NICU Staff Education programs.
OUR IMPACT
The voice of the NPN is often sought out for participation in surveys & focus groups that provide patient experience guidance.
Family Integrated Care
is an approach to care in the NICU that fully involves the parents in all aspects of the baby’s care. The NPN believes this approach to the care of the infant and family should extend to all guidelines, research, policy, advocacy, education, and support where nothing is created for infants and their families without an equal partnership with NICU Parent Leaders.
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NPN SPEAKERS BUREAU
Professional Speakers with Unique Experiences & Expertise
“Quality of life”: parent and neonatologist perspectives
"NICU families were identified in two ways. First, Internet searches were conducted that generally identified active support or advocacy groups that specifically targeted NICU families. “Family” for...
NPA+NANN+AWHONN Consensus Statement
With a newfound appreciation for what it means to be an "essential caregiver" - the National Perinatal Association (NPA), Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses...
NICU Baby’s Bill of Rights
We’re thrilled to announce the unveiling of our newly revised & updated NICU Baby’s Bill of Rights! NPN is committed to being mindful of the evolving needs of NICU babies & families. We’ve...
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The views and opinions expressed by our members, affiliates, sponsors, and supporters do not reflect those of our organization, Board of Directors or staff. Nor does membership with or support of NPN reflect NPN’s implicit endorsement of any programs, products, or services provided by our members, affiliates, sponsors, and supporters. The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal or medical advice. Always consult with your NICU care team for all matters concerning the care of your baby.