"I’m Special, Too": Promoting Sibling Adjustment in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
“I’m Special, Too”: Promoting Sibling Adjustment in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Summary/Abstract: Sisters and brothers of newborns hospitalized in neonatal intensive care units experience unique thoughts and emotions in response to this situational crisis. Unfortunately, the psychosocial wellbeing of siblings is often overlooked. This article describes the “Sibling Night” program at DeVos Children’s Hospital Neonatal Services at Spectrum Health that uses both parent and sibling groups to address the psychosocial needs of siblings. The article underscores the opportunity for social workers to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to address the complex needs of siblings and their families.

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