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Early arrival babies or those born with medical conditions may grow and develop more slowly. Most will catch up in time. However, some babies may have extra challenges. For these children, the NICU Early Support and Care Transition (N.E.S.T.) Center is here to help. We give them that extra nudge so that they can grow and reach their fullest potential.
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Services
NICU babies are our specialty. Most of our patients have been in the NICU, however, we also see patients from other units as well. These include the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) and the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU).
If your baby was born prematurely or with a serious medical condition requiring NICU care, the N.E.S.T. Center offers follow-up support until the age of 5. We coordinate care for your child, and also provide support for you and your family.
- Babies and children we see include:
- Premature infants (<32 weeks)
- Severe congenital heart defects
- Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE)
- Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- Intraventricular hemorrhage
- Necrotizing enterocolitis (requiring surgical intervention)
- Patients that have been on ECMO
- Congenital anomalies
- Genetic disorders
- Behavioral concerns
- Neurological complications
Your visit
The NICU team will identify if your child needs to come to the N.E.S.T. Development clinic and schedule your child's appointment if needed, prior to discharge, or shortly thereafter. Our developmental team will provide a comprehensive evaluation of your child and identify any potential issues. Our team also celebrates with you on your child's progress!
During this appointment, our neonatal development specialist will evaluate your child and identify any potential issues. Because some developmental issues may not be apparent until the first few months or years, our team will continue to monitor your child's growth and development through five years of age.
We're here to help
To schedule an appointment, speak to our staff, or if your child is sick and you need to reschedule, please call our offices at 817-347-9601.
Hours
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |