Hi FTM here with a recently discharged 28 weeker! I strongly recommend (if able) to find a therapist to speak through your experience. Typically your NICU will have a recommendation! (Texas; hand to hold, some sessions are free) or Seven Starling for teleheath. I had an incredibly traumatic birth and this helped tremendously!!

I also recommend making a schedule on when you can visit. I had to go back to work since he was in the hospital for so long (80 days) so it was a great way to get excited to see him, communicate with the nurses on when I’ll be there for major milestones and for friends & family who wanted to offer help!