NICU Nurse Becomes NICU Parent After Giving Birth at 34 Weeks
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Summary
NICU nurse Caitlin Vaccaro of Buffalo, New York, gave birth prematurely at 34 weeks and now finds herself on the other side of her profession—as the parent of a NICU patient. With a decade of experience caring for newborns and supporting their families, Vaccaro is now experiencing that emotional journey firsthand. She expressed gratitude for her co-workers, who provide familiar faces and dedicated care for her son Caleb during his early arrival.
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