Lou reckons I should put this one out there (or rather here).
When Rose was first born and we entered NICU world I spent a lot of time and energy trying not to cry. I so wish I could have that time again so I could use that misplaced energy to unashamedly, openly cry. I’m not sure there are too many places on earth where it’s more appropriate to cry.
I think anyone not crying in NICU should be asked if they’re ok. Crying should be accepted the same way wearing swimmers at the beach is.
… lastly – they should have better tissues!!!
Rose Eir 
Too true! And….. Those tissues are really bad. 🙂 love to all. AK xxx
I couldn’t agree more Jane. xx
Absolutely. Maybe they need a ‘all visitors to bring soft tissues’ policy. Jx
I’ve used those tissues at work in Sydney and that’s where they belong! NICU parents should have soft, double ply premium tissues that make it a small pleasure to blot those tears. I am feeling a bit privileged. The one chance we have had to FaceTime, you did cry and I’m glad you let it out then. But you were home that day. NICU is a bit alien and full of routines and restrictions, I think it’s hard to let your guard down sometimes. Maybe if Kleenex sponsored the parents room with decent tissues and a few nice quotes about letting it all out on the walls, people might feel encouraged? X
That would be one of the soundest theories I’ve heard – it simply should be that way, but with those ‘man-sized 3-ply’ tissues at the very least. Take a deep breath Jane and let the floodgates open – it’s the least you can do for yourself. Cx