about
In the NICU, families are surrounded by 24/7 support… World class medical professionals, social workers, and therapists are available day and night to address questions and concerns. Nonprofit organizations are also involved and donate supplies, money, and peer-to-peer mentorship. Which is GREAT!
Families have many looming concerns, and naturally, top of mind is: When will it all be over? When will we be together at home? When will we have a “NICU Grad”?
When the day finally comes, it can be a hard transition, and parents can feel overwhelmed, lost, and alone without the level of support they were used to.
We’re here to help.
our mission
We are dedicated to supporting and connecting families, medical professionals, and communities as they navigate life after the NICU (Neonatal ICU).
We provide families with essential information and resources so that they thrive well beyond the transition from the NICU, celebrating every milestone with them along the way.
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
Meet Andrea Hickson
NICU Alumni was founded by Andrea Hickson, the parent of two fierce NICU grads. After bringing her little ones home, she recognized the sense of isolation and uncertainty that often accompanies this significant transition. This understanding is what fuels our mission to support families, ensuring they no longer feel overwhelmed, but instead, feel confident and hopeful as they navigate life after the NICU.
meet our team
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Vilma Migenis
Founding Board Member
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Ciara LaVelle
Founding Board Member and Editorial Director
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Dr. M. Grisel Galarza, MD
Founding Board Member
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Consuelo Kloosterman
Board Member
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Ashli Daley
Board Member and Marketing & Community Engagement Coordinator
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Sarah Hardan
Board Member
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Andrea Hickson
Executive Director and Founder
our network of support
