Your NICU Story: Book & Letters

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Join us for YOUR NICU STORY: Book & Letters — a Book Launch and Letter-Writing Gathering Honoring the NICU Journey 📅 Monday, September 29th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM We’re celebrating the release of Your NICU Story by Emily Souder and Mahaley Patel with a heartfelt evening of reflection, connection, and community care. This special event invites NICU families, friends, care providers, and community members to come together in honor of the NICU experience—past, present, and ongoing. During the evening, guests are invited to write: 💌 Letters of gratitude to NICU care providers who supported families through some of their most vulnerable moments 💌 Notes of encouragement for parents currently navigating the NICU, offering solidarity, hope, and love ✨ The evening will also feature a book launch, reading, and signing with local author and NICU parent Emily Souder. Copies of Your NICU Story will be available for purchase and signing onsite. About the Book: Lovingly curated to help NICU families feel understood and held as they read, Your NICU Story is a gentle companion and guide. It includes: A warm welcome from the authors, explaining what to expect Honest and relatable personal stories from both birthing and non-birthing parent perspectives Five sections of reflection questions to explore at your own pace Inclusive reflections for birthing parents, partners, non-birthing parents, and adoptive parents Supportive content for all NICU families, regardless of outcome—including those who go home with their baby and those who do not Enjoy light refreshments, meaningful conversation, and all the materials you need to write a letter of impact. All letters will be collected and hand-delivered to families at our local Level 4 NICU, offering comfort and connection when it's needed most. Whether you're a NICU graduate family, a friend, a healthcare hero, or simply someone with a heart for helping, this evening is for you.