LifeCare for Little Ones 4x9 WEB FINAL
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This document discusses Virtua's LifeCare program for families whose babies are expected to have short lives. It provides compassionate care to help families create meaningful experiences and memories, such as involving loved ones, spending time with the baby, and spiritual ceremonies. The program aims to honor the child with dignity and respect while providing medical and emotional support to help the family recover from this difficult time.
LifeCare for Little Ones 4x9 WEB FINAL
- 1. LifeCare for Little Ones Most women expect that having a baby will be a joyous time. However, it can be also be a time of stress and sadness if you learn that your baby’s life will be short. We know that feelings of pain and grief are inevitable, but we want you to know that you are not alone. Beyond the medical considerations of your delivery, there are steps we can take to help you give your child’s life meaning and provide a measure of comfort to you and your family. Virtua provides compassionate care to honor your child with dignity and respect.
- 2. LifeCare for Little Ones Virtua’s doctors, nurses, chaplains, social workers and others will help with your plans that may include: • Involving family and friends • Having ample time with your baby • Providing medical interventions to keep your baby comfortable • Providing baptism, blessings or other spiritual ceremonies • Having time to collect keepsakes such as a lock of your child’s hair or family photos Life after Delivery You will go through many physical and hormonal changes related to childbirth. At this difficult time, it is important that you take care of yourself and take the time to heal. To help you, we provide the medical and emotional support you need to recover. Telephone Support Telephone support is available by calling the HOPING Warm Line at (856) 247-3677. All messages will be returned within 24 hours. For more information about support groups and other programs at Virtua: 1-888-VIRTUA-3 virtua.org