Psycho-Social Services in the NICU

"I had to write to let you know the positive impact that the class you offered had on both my husband and I.  As you know, our son was born at 29 weeks and has been in the NICU for a little over a month now.  Upon my arrival here, two weeks after his birth (because I had a cesarean and could not travel) I was lost as to how I would be able to aid in Jonathan's growth and development.  A few days after arriving we were privileged to sit in on your class.  Wow!  I left the class feeling prepared to help my baby both here in the hospital and when we got home.  The things that you shared on bonding, helping to calm Jonathan, things to expect developmentally, and the importance of us just being there, are just a few of the topics that has helped TREMENDOUSLY.  We went back to the bedside and started to use your tips right away and saw positive responses.  I continue to use the information that you shared as he progresses to different stages.  Thank you!  Every parent should have the opportunity to learn these simple but valuable pointers.  Most of what you shared I was not familiar with before.  I have learned so much!  My husband and I thank you and so does Jonathan."

- AKN

Individual Therapy

"Just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for the difference you have made in my life.  I'm doing really well.  At times I feel like a different person.  Definitely a much happier one."

- MN

"Dr. Nearing, you changed my life!  You are a miracle worker!  I went to get another job and was hired making $20,000 more than at my old job..."

-KD

"I cannot thank you enough for your time, your advice and your offer to speak with my daughter and her husband.  This is their first child, and the experience has been challenging. 

They are in Texas, far from family and so a few of us have been rotating to be with them.

She has been pumping and they have been giving the baby her milk since week three.  And I understand your comment about calmness, you are right on - by nature, the father is very calm - and we noticed very early that when the father was around and the baby heard his voice, her heart rate leveled and her saturated levels were better.  They do both take turns kangaroo and only on days that the baby is having a good day.

Thank you so much for your suggestions and information.  Words are inadequate to convey our appreciation."

- A very grateful grandmother

"Este mes cumpli 3 anos de haberme separado de mi Ex-paraje y quiero darte las gracias por todo lo que me ayudaste en ese proceso.  Cada dia que pasa manaejo mejor las situaciones con el y tu me ayudaste a construir la base de este pilar de fortaleza. 

MIL Gracias, MIL y MIL gracias!!!

Un fuerte abrazo!"

-MFO