A guiding light for parents navigating the NICU journey. This journal provides essential education and a keepsake for parents to record their baby's progress in the NICU. It helps you understand more about the NICU and record your baby's progress and achievements. It includes essential information, offers tips on coping, and provides helpful checklists. This interactive journal helps you stay organized and informed while in the NICU and will become a cherished keepsake as you celebrate the day you take your baby home. Journaling prompts remind parents to record their infant's vital statistics and jot down questions to ask the medical team. Understand NICU procedures and terminology Care for a preterm baby Cope with the emotional stress of the NICU Track baby's development and milestones Prepare for baby's homecoming This journal is for parents of preterm babies in the NICU. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.